Louise Sampson

Louise Sampson passed away quietly on February 26, 2015 due to natural causes. She was born in Roundup, MT on January 18, 1928 to Carl and Laura Howry but was adopted by Budd and Lottie Harrison (Carl's sister). She attended school in Roundup and graduated in 1946. She married James Elkins June 4, 1949, moved to Billings, and had 3 children -James, Jana, and Jeri. After 17 years of marriage they divorced. She was married to Paul Sampson from 1992 to present. Louise had a career in banking that spanned 32 years and retired from Wells Fargo Bank as an Assistant Vice President in January 1988. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, spoiling her grandchildren, and traveling especially to Las Vegas and the Caribbean. Most of her children and grandchildren received beautiful handmade quilts and afghans. Louise is preceded in death by her mother Lottie, father Budd; daughter Jeri Cashman; sister Helen Thormley; brother-in-law Barney Thormley; nephew Russell Thormley and Howry family. She is survived by husband Paul; son James Elkins (Wife Charlene); daughter Jana McRae; niece Shirley Bofto; six grandchildren Taylor, Dallas, James, Nicole, Tracy, and Kaitlyn; and 9 great grandchildren. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services will be 1:00pm Friday, March 20, 2015 at Dahl Funeral Chapel. There will be a Private Family graveside service. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity. Arrangements are in the care of the staff at Dahl Funeral Chapel.