David Eugene Samples passed away June 8, 2025 at his home in Sinton. He was 74.

David was born July 5, 1950 in St. Louis, Missouri to Ruth Blanche (Breitenstein) and Ralph Lee Samples, Jr. He was a resident of Sinton almost 4 years and former resident of Denver, Colorado.

David was a 20 year veteran of the United States Air Force serving 12 years as a firefighter and 8 as a Safety Professional.  He has worked for the United States Antarctic Program as a Safety Manager for the past 16 years.

David is preceded in death by his granddaughter: Kayleigh Marie; grandsons:  Grant Alexander and Brayden Peltier.

Survivors include his wife of 51 years:  Donna Samples, Sinton, Texas;  sons:  Michael David (Melissa) Samples; Daniel Mark (Christian) Samples; Elijah Parker Samples; daughters: Tara Michele (Steve) Lopez; Jessica Ruth (David) Smith; Emily Michele (Damian) Kostur: 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

A Graveside Service will be held Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Coastal Bend State Veterans Cemetery, Corpus Christi.

Guestbook available online at www.resthavenfunerals.com

Arrangements and care entrusted to Resthaven Funeral Home, Sinton.