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John William Sampson

John Sampson Obituary

SAMPSON John William Sampson, 70, of Ponte Vedra Beach, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2009. He was born in Waitara, New Zealand and moved to Florida in 1979. He was the owner of APJ Meats. John loved life, work and sports. He enjoyed every day, and overflowed with positive thoughts, courage and everything was possible. He was the most generous, accepting and forgiving man that brought the best out of everyone. John loved to be fit and healthy, was a fierce competitor on the rugby field and dominant figure in his career and business. He was an intelligent man not afraid to tackle comprehensive issues, always thoughtful and insightful. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Sampson; sons, Chris, Paul, Anthony and Michael; brothers, Brian and Noel; and grandchildren, Ryan, Quillon, Kinan and Zivana. He was predeceased by his parents, Oswald and Margaret Sampson. He will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held from noon until 2:00 p.m., Friday, Feb. 20th in Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home with the Funeral Service following at 2:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in NY. Please visit our online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com . Services under the care and direction of: Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Feb. 17 to Feb. 18, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for John Sampson

26 Entries

Tim Miller

February 15, 2020

John was the greatest brother-in-law a guy could have. I have never met a kinder, generous, even tempered man in my life. I learned a lot from John and miss his visits to Germany. I can't believe it has already been 11 years since he died. I think of him often and will always miss him.

Gregg Griffin

February 11, 2020

Brought back great memories of a really good man. During my life I have met many people. A few of which are in a category of unique & very special John was so inspiring. So encouraging. Never give up attitude along with anything is possible At the same time ... always fune to be around. Laughing was a huge part of his DNA. Live. Love and Laugh fit a good description of him Always will remember him & his influence on my life

Gregg Griffin
Comanche Oklahoma

Marsha Wright

April 20, 2009

Dear Ellen,
I am so very sorry about John's sudden passing. I feel embarrassed to tell you that I just found out about his passing today. I knew John from the YMCA. He was such a nice man..you had a very kind, humorous and good hearted husband. He would always take the time to say hello..a very positive and genuinely nice person. I know that your entire family will miss him very dearly. Please accept my sincere condolences.

JWS Hamilton NZ Oct 2009 - 70's gathering.

March 15, 2009

Helmut Michaela Carina Nico Sina Nevio und Janine Michaela Arnold

March 8, 2009

Dear Ellen, separation is probably to be called death, because who knows where we go; death is only one short separation on a quick REUNION. Here an angel flies high up, and pays attention from today to you. We are everybody very much shaken about the sudden death of JOHN. We are in thoughts always with you dear ULNAE..... We recite for him and of course also for you you the strength with God finds. Would be pressed quite firmly by us from brook Grünmors Helmut Michaela Carina Nico Sina Nevio and Janine. See you soon

Michaela Helmut Carina Nico Sina Nevio und Janine

March 8, 2009

Ellen Sampson

February 25, 2009

I am so overwhelmed with all the kind words from everybody and the loving thoughts that our family, friends and neighbors have expressed.
John was the most wonderful husband anyone could wish for.
I will Love him forever.
Many Thanks, Ellen Sampson and his little princess Chanel

Noel Sampson

February 22, 2009

Thank you all for your kind thoughts and words. My older (not twin) brother will be sadly missed. In his ever positive manner though, I'm sure he'd prefer we celebrate his life rather mourn his death. He certainly had a great outlook on life. To John, every stranger was simply a friend he hadn't met. Sincere thanks, Noel.

Anthony Sampson

February 21, 2009

Thanks for the kind words everyone.

Hugh Mabry

February 21, 2009

Dear Ellen,
Lynn and I were very sorry to hear of John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Jeanette & Bert Rodgers

February 21, 2009

To the Sampson Family,
John never missed a single moment to wave, smile, and stop for a chat with us while he walked that cute little dog up and down Muirfield Drive. He truly seemed to enjoy even the most brief encounter. We will miss our kind neighbor.

Paul Sampson

February 21, 2009

Thanks everyone for your kind words and time spent with us all yesterday.

Kevin, Anna-Lena, Alina Kolb-Kny

February 20, 2009

We so thankfull that we may knew John and call him our friend. He brought so much sun in our life. The massage about John´s passing shocked us infinitely. We wouldn´t believe it. He was so fit and full of the joys of life. It is so unimaginable to walk the path of life without our good friend from now on.
John Sampson was the most charming, loving, optimistic and most honest person we have ever known.
Our thoughts are with his loved wife and his entire family.
John is leaving a huge space.
We will keep him untill the rest of our lives in our hearts.
John we say thank you, for all that you gave to us.

We will miss you so much.

One day we will meet again

Love

HELEN ENGLERT

February 20, 2009

Dear Ellen,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you strength, comfort & peace during the diffIcult days ahead. It has always been a pleasure to assist you & John with your accounts.

Ellen Dear

February 20, 2009

Ellen,

We are still in shock over John's passing--he will truly be missed. He was such a nice man. Please let us know if we can do anything.

Peter & Ellen Dear

Gregg Griffin

February 20, 2009

Dear Ellen, Paul, Chris, Anthony, Michael and all the close relatives, friends of John

I was most honored to be able to call John a friend. He met every definition of friend. John reminded me of the "Dash" poem and the meaning of how to live your life before it is too late. Specifically in poem where I thought of John is especially the last few lines:

"IF we could just slow down enough
to consider what's true and real
And always try to understand
The way other people feel.

And be less quick to anger
And show appreciation more
And love the people in our lives
Like we've never loved before.

If we treat each other with respect
And more often wear a smile,
Remembering that this special "dash"
Might only last a little while.

John always had a smile, and always loved his family and friends. John truely lived his "Dash" with enthusiasm, and love for everything he did. The world truely was a better place because of John's life here.

My sincere condolences, and I rejoice with everyone of you who like me, had the honor to know John and be a part of his truely wonderful and fullfillng life.

Gregg Griffin
Springfield Missouri

Greg Wolff

February 19, 2009

Our thoughts and prayer are with Ellen, Chris, and Paul and the entire family. John will always be in our memories, he was and still is one of the genuinely nicest and smartest men I have ever met, he will be missed. Greg, Alana, and Melanie

Kathy and Tommy White (Kelly's parents)

February 18, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ellen, and John's children. We are honored to have known him.

Terri Hargett-George

February 18, 2009

Ellen,

I have such fond memories of you and John from when I lived in Ponte Vedra. You were good neighbors and great friends. He was such a kind, caring and thoughtful man. The world is a better place because of him. Our prayers are with you and we are here for you if we can help in any way.

love,

Terri and Rick George

Diane Franklin

February 18, 2009

It was such a shock for me to read of Johns sudden passing. To Noel & Brian and Johns family in the USA I send my deepest sympathy love and prayers. Such fond memories of days gone by.
Hope we can catch up some time soon, when you return home to New Zealand.
Thinking of you all your cousin Diane

Marie & Charley Wolff

February 18, 2009

Dear Ellen,
Greg called us to tell us of John's passing. He was shocked as we were. You both always made us feel so welcome when we visited you. Our thoughts are with you.

lisa dennis

February 18, 2009

You will be missed John. My thoughts and prayers are with you Ellen
Love
Lisa Dennis

molly peterson

February 18, 2009

We will miss you John
Love
Colours Hair and Nails

bridie darryl jiles

February 17, 2009

John was one of the nicest guys we have ever met our thoughts and prayers are with Ellen and the family

Ulla Rogers

February 17, 2009

Love
lives on forever....
in the memories....
in the stories........
in the hearts of all whose lifes have been touched
by a very special person ...John Sampson

Our Prayers are with you Ellen and the Family.

Ulla and Don Rogers

Tim Miller

February 17, 2009

Shocked and saddened beyond belief by the unexpected passing of my good friend John.He will be sorely missed by all.My sympathy goes out to family and friends.
Tim Miller

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