Peter John Samson, 100, of Kansas City, MO passed away November 14, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family.
Visitation will be 10:00-11:00 am Monday, December 2, 2024 at First Baptist Church of Oak Grove. Service to follow at 11:00 am at the church. Burial will be at Missouri State Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church 400 SE 14th Str. Oak Grove, MO 64075 or American Legion Post 379.
Peter was born December 30, 1923 in Syracuse, NY to Peter J. & Helen C. (Vanslyke) Samson. He served in the United States Army Air Force as a Fighter Pilot during WWII. Peter was a Master Carver. He was a member of the Oak Grove American Legion Post 379 and a member of First Baptist Church of Oak Grove. Peter loved telling stories and sharing them with others. Peter was a great husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Peter is survived by his wife Nancy Samson; sons: Pete Samson & wife Ellen, Jim Samson & wife Becky, Mark Samson & wife Marilyn, Matt Samson & Diane Samson; grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Elizabeth, Taylor, Holden, Heather, Chris; great-grandchildren: Heath, Ethan, Jack.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO 816-690-4441