It is with deep sorrow, and a lifetime of memories that we announce the peaceful passing of Joseph Elmer Samson at the Strait Richmond Hospital in Evanston on October 22, 2026. At the age of seventy-seven, with his loving wife by his side.
Born on July 3, 1949, in Little Anse. He was the son of the late Joseph and Zenna “Langlois” Samson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Doreen; son, Jamie (Denise), Meaford, ON; daughter, Melissa (Matthew), Mississauga, ON; grandchildren, Ashlynn, Logan, Hayden, Cameron, Tierney, Keeley, and Ryker; brother, Cletus (Laura), BC; sisters, Susan Samson, D’Escousse, and Tillie Landry, Evanston; mother in law, Cecile Boudreau, Arichat; he is also survived by his brothers in law James (Donna), and Vernie (Linda), sisters in law, Magdalen Samson and Aline Samson (Joey).
Besides his parents, he is predeceased by his brothers, Bobby, and Vernon, sisters, Annette, Joan, Doris, Rosaline, and Antionette.
He will be forever remembered and MISSED by family and friends.
Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation per request.
Funeral mass will be held Friday, October 30, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Church, Petit de Grat at 11:00 am, with Rev. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Burial to follow in the Star of the Sea Columbarium, Petit de Grat.
A reception will be held following the burial in Little Anse Samsons Cove Social Action Centre in Little Anse.
Memorial donations can be made to Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude for the exceptional care provided by the Doctors, and Nurses at the Strait Richmond Hospital; Strait Richmond Palliative Care team; Paramedics who were called out to attend to Elmer, and also to the Home Care team for their daily visits, and care. A special thank you is extended to Elmer’s nephew Rod Samson for his outstanding care and compassion.
To send words of comfort or fond memories of Elmer, please visit www.chboudreau.com.
Arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd., in Arichat
