William "Billy" Joseph Sample II

Billy Sample was born in Des Moines, Iowa on October 17, 1958 to William “Bill” & Elizabeth “Liz” Sample. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 25, 2021.

After high school, Billy joined the United States Navy and served his country with pride. He had a successful career at Curtis Wood Roofing and he was the best. In his youth, he was a talented baseball/softball player and an avid Chicago Cubs fan. Billy really enjoyed playing pool and played on city pool leagues in Des Moines throughout his life.

Billy had numerous friends because he never met a stranger. He could walk into any bar and would always know someone there. He will be fondly remembered & greatly admired as one of the few people who had a consistent, positive attitude and outlook on life which was unwavering. He was so talented and had a quick wit about him without missing a beat. Billy loved to make people laugh & smile at which he was very successful. Billy was a simple man, who is loved by many and will be greatly missed.

Billy is survived by his wife, Nancy, daughter Elizabeth "Liz" (Adam) Gardner, step-daughter Amanda (Robert) Hunter, sister Sandi (Bob) Stradley, brothers Robert "Bob" (Linda) Sample, and Joseph "Joe" Sample. Also, three grandchildren Payton, Addison and Jaxon along with nephews; B.J. Stradley, Bobby Sample, Jr., and nieces; Bobbie Dennis, Kailie Morrow as well as many cousins, family members & friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill & Liz.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Billy on Saturday, November 27 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM at the AMVETS Post 2, 2818 5th Ave, Des Moines, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to family in c/o Elizabeth "Liz" Sample-Gardner.

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