Wilmer Larry Sampson Sr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Obituary Wilmer Larry Sampson, Sr., at the age seventy-two (72), peacefully transitioned from this earthly life into eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. The son of the late Wilmer and Margie Sampson, he was born in Salisbury, Maryland on Tuesday, June 7, 1949. Wilmer was affectionately known as “Billy.” After receiving his formal education in the public schools of Wicomico County, Maryland, Billy served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and received an honorable discharge. He matriculated to his career path in the Transportation Industry where he served as a truck driver for over thirty-five (35) years. Wilmer was a faithful member of Rapture Ready Ministries in Salisbury, Maryland. There he served with the Greeters and Men of Standard. Wilmer and the love of his life, Brenda E. Sampson, were together for over forty-five (45) years. They united in holy matrimony in November 1979 and from this union, they were blessed with three children. Together they shared a marriage of love, honor and respect. Wilmer loved his family and enjoyed family time and his wife’s cooking. He loved starting his day with a fresh cup of Dunkin Donuts coffee, which is the only kind he would drink. He also enjoyed riding his motorcycle and fishing. He took great pride in his sobriety journey and treasured the relationships he built at his meetings. Cherished memories of Wilmer’s life will remain with: his loving wife, Brenda E. Sampson of Salisbury, Maryland; three children, Angela Brown of Salisbury, Maryland, Wilmer L. Sampson, Jr. (Shavon) of Columbia, Maryland and Tya Holliday (Jimmy) of Arlington, Texas; one brother, Vaughn Sampson (Sharon) of Salisbury, Maryland; two sisters, Tylene Finney (Earl) of Quantico, Maryland and Darlene Sampson (Ronnie) of Tyaskin, Maryland; six grandchildren, Dyllen Sampson, Zyon Sampson, Brandon Mitchell, Morgan Sampson, Jayden Holliday and Zenye Sampson; godson/nephew, Tyron Finney; special family members, Barbara DeShields, Ashley Collins and Addison Sells and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, other relatives and extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Wilmer and Margie Sampson, he was also preceded in death by one brother, Eugene Sampson. Lovingly Submitted ~ The Family

Wilmer Larry Sampson Sr.

June 7, 1949 - July 13, 2021