George Anna Sample
Obituary
George Anna Sample was born on May 13, 1937 and departed this life on May 23, 2019. She was born, the youngest of six children, to George M. Dunham and Anna Piercy Dunham. She grew up in the Carbondale neighborhood and was a proud graduate of Daniel Webster High School, class of 1955. After graduation she attended Draughon School of Business.
While attending school, she was introduced, by her brother Joe Dunham, to his fellow Tulsa Police Officer, friend and partner, Jess Sample. They were married in 1956 and in 1957, to their complete shock, twin daughters were born. One was expected, the other one decided to hide until the day of their birth. Mom quickly rebounded from her surprise and became a devoted, loving mother. She was also a talented decorator who loved making a beautiful home for her family. In 1972, when George Anna’s beloved brother, Joe, was suddenly killed in a plane crash, she and Jess worked together to complete his more than 50 new home contracts, successfully leaving a lasting legacy for Joseph Dunham Construction Company. George Anna and Jess were married until his death in 1976, at which time she continued his home building business, Jess Sample Construction for several years.
In 1983, George Anna married Butch Foust and became a combined family of seven children. Athough they later divorced, they remained best friends who spoke daily and enjoyed their dates to the casino.
In 2012, much to her delight, she began a new role as great grandmother to Liam Patrick! She loved nothing more than being his Gigi and babysitting became a top priority.
George Anna was predeceased by her parents, brothers, Joe, Jim and Scotty, sister Evelynn Dodd and niece Sheron Stroud.
George Anna is survived by her loving daughters, Sharen (Chuck) Stultz and Karen Spurgeon, granddaughter Kacy Spurgeon and great grandson Liam Patrick Spurgeon, sister Betty Lewis along with many nieces and nephews, that she loved as her own. They all considered her the matriarch of our family. She kept up with all “the kids” with trusty phone and dog-eared address book
Mom had a truly unique, fun and hilarious spirit. All of us will cherish her memory and the wonderful times we shared.
We Love you Momma, Aunt Georgie, Grandma and Gigi, you will be missed. Give our love to the gang!!
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Tributes & Memories
Will miss my sweet - funny Aunt Georgie - my memories are precious.
Cheryl K Sutter
Dear Karen & Sharon. I am heartsick about your mom. We became friends when we met in the 7/14's at Clinton. Even then she had a spirit of love and fun. She could always make me laugh. She and my late husband had such a good time sparing back and forth and are probably sparing again in heaven making the angels laugh. Some of our class of "55 used to get together monthly for a good meal and and lots of conversation. I looked forward to them so much as we got to visit with "George" and Butch. She earned loyalty from everyone she met and they became friends forever. She was always ready to give advice whether or not it was asked for. She was usually right. That was just George Anna. I loved watching her make an "entrance" with a jacket or sweater slung over her shoulders. She was the best. I had planned to attend the memorial service but since I don't get around like I used to and the weather is so unpredictable I decided I had better stay home. Just know that you and your family are in my prayers. I loved your mom and will miss her. Manuella
Manuella (Coffey) Glore
George Anna. You was the best wife and friend to me and kids you was all ways there.and we had a lot of fun we must of dance a thousand miles.i will miss your calls and you ever day your memory will be on my heart for ever love you butch
Butch foust
Grandma, Your love for us was never not known. Your smile, your laugh, the way I'd here you say "Kacy Michelle" when you were supposed to be disapproving but trying so hard not to laugh. From Hobo burgers and Diet Rite soda to riding around in the car begging to change the 8 track. From playing with your makeup to helping you put yours on. My heart has a hole in it right now, one that will probably never fully heal. I am thankful for the last few years, and am so grateful you held on those 7 years. Liam will forever remember you, with your I love you, a bushal and a peck, and a hug around the neck. Give everyone hugs for us. Give em' a little hell too. Love you, Your one and only
Kacy Spurgeon
I love you. Thank you for all you've done and gave. I'll never forget.
Brenda Foust Doak
I will miss you so much Aunt Georgia you were an inspiration to me.and you were always there for me I will always love you with all my heart and soul. I always thought you were so beautiful I am so glad GOD let you be my aunt
Katy Atkinson
Aunt Gigi You will be forever in our hearts. Thank you for always being there for me whenever I needed you. I will miss you so very much! Love you! Debbie
Debbie Watts
My heart is with you...
Blynn McGrath