of Benton, AR
October 11, 1938 - January 1, 2021
Patsy Jean Styles Sample passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 due to complications from Covid.
Pat was born in Little Rock to the late Carl A. and Katie M. Spann Styles.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Benton and a member of the Dorcas Sunday School Class.
Pat was a fourth grade teacher for the Benton Public School System for 30 years at Westside Elementary, which later became Ringgold Elementary. After retiring, she and husband, Sam attended numerous Razorback football and basketball games with friends. She and Sam were ex-members of the Twirling Lariats square dance club of Mabelvale.
Pat was preceded in death only 46 days prior, by her beloved husband of 64 years, Sam Sample; her parents, and son-in-law, Bill Tilley, DVM.
She is survived by three daughters, Kathy Vinyard (Eric), Karen Tilley, and Sharen Woodard (Harold); five grandchildren, Erin Schlagel (Kai), Matthew Vinyard (Lauren), Mark Vinyard, Andrew Woodard (Liz), and Taylor Finley (Jason); 12 great grandchildren, Luke, Landan, Lily, and Lynleigh Schlagel, Hudson and Gentry Vinyard, Paige, Payton, and Wyatt Vinyard, Lincoln Woodard, and Drew and Austyn Finley. Pat is also survived by a sister-in-law, Juanita Sample, and several loved cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Pallbearers are Mark Vinyard, Matthew Vinyard, Kai Schlagel, Jason Finley, Andrew Woodard, and Drew Finley. Honorary Pallbearers are Luke Schlagel, Landan Schlagel, Wyatt Vinyard, Lincoln Woodard, and Hudson Vinyard.
A Funeral Service will be Thursday, January 7, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church of Benton, 200 N. Market Street, Benton.
First United Methodist Church is complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 80 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
Interment will be in Smith-New Rosemont Cemetery in Benton.
An open visitation will be Wednesday, January 6, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home, 6700 Alcoa Road, Benton.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 100 people at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering.
The family requests memorials in Patsy's name be made to First United Methodist Church of Benton, 200 N. Market Street, Benton, Arkansas, 72015, or Pleasant Hill Adult Daycare Services, 115 E. Cross Street, Benton, AR 72015.
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56 Condolence(s)
Paul Atkins
Saturday, July 2, 2022
Mrs Sample was my 4th grade teacher and she kept praying for me as we all grew up at First United Methodist. Then she and Sam supported us in ministry for years. I’m so sad that it took so long for me to hear of her death. She had a great impact on the children of Benton and then wherever we went in the world.
Cindy Hogue
Friday, January 8, 2021
I didn’t work with mom very long but I knew her for years. I thought very highly of her. She was always very professional and very classy.
Peggy Roberson
Thursday, January 7, 2021
With our sincerest sympathy. Patsy will be missed by so many friends and familyl
DERWIN HARRIS
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Cindy and I are so sorry to hear of Mrs Pat's passing. We have wonderful memories of both Sam and Pat down thru the years. May the Lord bring comfort and peace to each member of the family.
Janice (Cumbie) Loyd
Thursday, January 7, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss, we loved Patsy and Sam so much, your family is in our prayers.
Mandy Pennington
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
I was so saddened to learn of Mrs. Patsy’s passing. Such a loss. I’ve been her hygienist for 17 years and every visit she shared with me the love that is her family. I’ve heard so much about all of you. Her dedication to Sam throughout his illness was such an inspiration to me. She was an amazing woman. Peace and love to all of you.
Paula J Ireland
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Patsy was a dear lady.
She will be greatly missed.
Carolyn Towell
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
I have so many wonderful memories teaching with Patsy at Ringgold. She was a wonderful teacher and the kids all loved her. She loved her family so much. I will miss her. So sorry for your loss.
John Harrison
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you Karen and your family.
We love you
Debbie Green
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
I am treasuring many special memories of a dear person I admired very much. Patsy was a great teacher and colleague. She always had a smile to share and was so very proud of her children, grands and great-grands but the real love of her life was obviously Sam. What an example of true devotion and I can only imagine the celebration when they were reunited. Blessings, friends, as you cherish memories of such an amazing lady.
Billie Sue & Bill Jennings
Wednesday, January 6, 2021
It was with sadness we received the word of Pat’s passing. We were lifelong friends of Sam and thought the world of him. The Lord could not have selected a better mate for him than Pat. She quickly came to occupy a place in our hearts and our love for her grew stronger with the passage of time. We will miss her but are comforted in knowing she now rests with her Heavenly Father.
Mary Stadler Stockam
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Prayers for your family going up. I taught with Patsy and had the upmost respect for her. She was a wonderful educator who loved her students.
Martha Jones
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Our condolences to Patsy family.
I was one of Patsy’s third cousins
Martha Ann Moren Jones
Julie Roltsch
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of your loss Sharen and family. I pray the lord will wrap his arms around you and carry you all through this tough time that you have gone through the past few months and now this loss. Praying for you All!
Julie Roltsch
Renee James
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
So sorry for your losses during this time.
Gary and I loved watching your mom and dad walking into church every Sunday morning as we passed by First Methodist.
The most precious memory I will keep is as they walked in-they walked in holding hands...
Treasure your moments of how blessed you are to have had such a beautiful example of love.â¤ï¸
Praying. Love you guys. Renee
Jerry & Myrna Jones
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
She was a sweet lady,will be missed.
Kathleen Oates
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
My deepest sympathy goes out to Patsy‘s family and friends. She was an inspiration to all of us in our Sunday school class and will be missed greatly. God bless you and may Christ ease your grief in the days and months ahead.
Kathleen Oates
Roger & Debbie Wright
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a special person. Always so outgoing and stopping to say hello whenever we would meet. I remember all the time spent in your home fondly. Love you all. Prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
Marlena Smart
Monday, January 4, 2021
Prayers for each of the family members.
Marlena and Ricky Smart
Patty Compton
Monday, January 4, 2021
Karen, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My deepest condolences to you and your family during this most difficult time.
Rachel Banister Sooter
Monday, January 4, 2021
Mrs. Samples was a wonderful person and I was lucky enough to have her as my 4th grade teacher. Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.
Trish Norsworthy
Monday, January 4, 2021
Karen my heart goes out to you, many many thoughts & prayers to you & family ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»
Sheila Blankenship
Monday, January 4, 2021
Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you.
Ron and Kaye Dunning
Monday, January 4, 2021
We are so sorry about your loss. Mrs. Samples was such a sweet person. Our prayers are with your family.
Kay McCall
Monday, January 4, 2021
Your precious Mother called me after Mack died and we had a wonderful phone visit. I remember when she and my mother got their teaching degrees while raising their girls and all the bird hunting trips that Sam and Mack made together. Lots of wonderful memories with your great parents! Praying for all of your family.
Cheryl Crain Reeves
Monday, January 4, 2021
Prayers for the family. May God comfort you at this time.
Becky Mathis
Monday, January 4, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Sweet Aunt Pat was truly a great person. Lots of memories of her and Uncle Sam. Loved them both. 💗ðŸ™
Neal Styles
Monday, January 4, 2021
So sorry for your losses, Pasty and Sam were alway very kind and respectful to me and my family. Always glad to see us,, last time eating lunch at the Hospital after church. She was and is a beautiful lady and Sam a true gentleman.
Janet Loetscher-Matlock
Monday, January 4, 2021
Sweet Karen and family I was so sorry to hear about your mom my heart aches for you guys losing both of your parents in such a short period of time you were in my thoughts and prayers, love Jan
Anna Bray
Monday, January 4, 2021
My prayers for comfort & peace for the family of Pat & Sam. I taught 4th grade at Ringgold for many years with Patsy. She was a dedicated & caring teacher. I was privileged to hear many Grandmother stories about Taylor & Andrew too & how much she loved you & all of your family.
Renee Parker Dickins
Monday, January 4, 2021
I have many fond memories of the Sample family and being in their home in my elementary years. Sending love, hugs and prayers to all of you and your families. You had special parents and I am sorry for your loss.
Jacque Noles
Monday, January 4, 2021
Dear Family members of Patsy,
I want to express my sorrow at your loss! I have know Patsy for many years as a church member, mother to Sharon and Karen, and a coworkers. I thought a lot of her. She was a wonderful person. I know you will miss her greatly. She and Sam are together now for eternity. Much love, blessing, and prayers of comfort and peace.
Jacque Noles
Kristie King Cover
Monday, January 4, 2021
So sorry about both Sam and Patsy death. They were two special people. Loved visiting with them when I would see them in Little Rock.
Shawn GoodKnight
Monday, January 4, 2021
Bobby and I are so sorry for your loss. Your mom and dad were special people and will be missed by all, but especially their precious family. We will be praying for comfort in the coming days.
Shawn and Bobby GoodKnight
Susan Hyatt DeCan
Monday, January 4, 2021
So sad for you Kathy, Karen and Sharen. You have lost 2 wonderful parents in such a short time. The Sample family has been a part of my family’s life as long as I can remember. Good memories. Love you all
Colette Lee
Monday, January 4, 2021
I am so very sorry for your loss. She was always so sweet to us when y’all were our neighbors. Our prayers are with your family.
Renee Shoppach Huddleston
Monday, January 4, 2021
So very sorry for y’all. Your Mother was a jewel and will be missed by many. Hugs and prayers for you all.
Lisa Hancock
Monday, January 4, 2021
Mrs Samples was a great teacher. And later in life a great friend so glad I met Sharen and became the best of friends. Patsy raised her girls right. Praying for the family.
Larry & Andrea Warner & family
Monday, January 4, 2021
We are so very sorry for your loss.
She was such a sweet lady, She will be missed.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jamie Jensen
Monday, January 4, 2021
Prayers for my Aunt Kathy and Uncle Eric and all my cousins! My heart goes out to you all during this time! Love you all!
Emory Reed
Monday, January 4, 2021
Sending prayers and hugs to Kathy, Sharen, Karen. Love you lady’s so. You mom was such a loving beautiful lady.
Always there when my parents were struggling.
Cherish the memories.
Barbara Richardson
Monday, January 4, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. She will be lossed.
Pat Keene
Monday, January 4, 2021
I worked with Patsy at Ringgold and we taught 4th grade together the year before she retired. I always admired her dedication to her students. I know she touched many lives and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Kathleen Story
Monday, January 4, 2021
My heart goes out to all of you! She was such a wonderful lady! He gs and prayers to all all!
Minta James
Monday, January 4, 2021
Hugs n prayers for Pat’s family. She was a very special lady, I think the world of. I will sure miss her. Love n hugs Kathy, Sharen , Karen and the rest of the family.
Jean Curtis
Sunday, January 3, 2021
Was honored to work with Patsy for years at Ringgold. Very sweet lady who will be greatly missed.
Susan Gaske
Sunday, January 3, 2021
The Samples were next door neighbors......so sorry to hear of her death...they were the young couple on the street! Thoughts to the family
Gary Robbns
Sunday, January 3, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Patsy’s passing. I would see her and Sam at Walmart from time to time and I enjoyed getting to visit with them. I loved them both. My prayers are with all of you.
Brenda (Jones) Garrett
Sunday, January 3, 2021
My heart and prayers goes out to your family.
David Lashlee
Sunday, January 3, 2021
One of the best teachers I ever had. Praying for peace for the family
Meredith Miller Wineland
Sunday, January 3, 2021
Your mother was so sweet and we always enjoyed going to your house because she made us all feel like family. She was a lovely and caring lady. She will be a big loss to your famil\y and our community.
Karen Watkins Tay
Sunday, January 3, 2021
So sorry to learn of Mrs Patsy’s passing! Such a sweet, sweet lady. I have very fond memories of her. Sharenie 🥰🥰 I love you very much and wish I could give you a big hug!! Karen and Kathy, you and your families are also in my prayers. Such a hard time for you all. Hold fast to the memories of your sweet mom and dad!!! â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Dottie McClendon
Sunday, January 3, 2021
I am so very very sorry for your loss. Your momma was a very special lady. Dottie
Rhonda & Bob Bolls
Sunday, January 3, 2021
We so enjoyed Ms. Pat. She left such a wonderful legacy of family and friends. Kathy, Sharen, & Karen, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love to you and your family.
Robin snd Lynn Daniel
Sunday, January 3, 2021
We are so sad to hear about your mom. We are thinking about you and family. She was a beautiful person
Terri Wright
Sunday, January 3, 2021
Sending my heartfelt prayers of sympathy to the family at this time. Such a beautiful soul. She will be greatly missed.