Margaret Baines Sample

In the early morning hours of December 30, 2024, our loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt, Margaret Baines Sample quietly departed this life to be with the Lord at VCU Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia. Margaret was born in Northampton County, Virginia to the late Cleveland Baines, Sr. and Rosa Bailey Baines. She gave her life to Christ at an early age at New Allen Memorial AME Church. She received her education in the Northampton County School system. She went on to further her education at Kee Business College earning an Associate of Science degree in Secretarial Science. In 2008, Margaret retired from P&O Nedlloyd/Maersk Line in Portsmouth, Virginia as an Export Documentation Supervisor. In 1956, Margaret met the love of her life, Frederick L Sample. They shared a “puppy love” through elementary school and dated all through high school. They were united in Holy Matrimony August 24, 1969. Together, they provided a loving home for two beautiful children, Sabrina and Frederick, Jr. Margaret was a radiant light in the lives of all who knew her with an infectious laugh and positive spirit full of warmth and love. She touched everyone she encountered, leaving behind a legacy of joy, kindness and unwavering positivity. Margaret lived a life of authenticity. She cherished the simple pleasures-fishing, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. Her love of family and friends was unshakable and her beautiful smile was a signature of her vibrant personality. Whether at work or at play, Margaret had a remarkable ability to make everyone around her feel seen, valued and loved. Above all, it was Margaret’s humor, generosity and unyielding kindness that will remain in the hearts of all who had the fortunate opportunity to know her. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Frederick L. Sample, Sr, brother, Milton Baines, Sr., sister Christine Reed, sister Thelma Carter, sister Gladys Smaw and brother, Cleveland Baines, Jr. Margaret leaves to cherish loving memories , daughter; Sabrina Sample Manning (Laurence), son; Frederick L. Sample, Jr. (Sandra); 7 grandchildren, Ravyn Sample, Chancellor Manning, Taiwana Holley, Briana Sample, Tanwan Marshall, Jr., Taylor Manning, Frederick L. Sample, III, and 3 great-grandchildren; Deion Bryant, Dakota Marshall, Frederick L. Sample, IV, and on the way, Malayah D. Sample ; 2 brothers, Robert Baines and Paul D. Baines. 1 God-daughter, Donyette Smith Rodgers (Michael); 2 God-grandchildren, Avery Rodgers and Ashton Rodgers, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Though Margaret is no longer with us, her spirit and memory will live on in the hearts of all who loved her. Her life serves as a remainder to live with passion, love and joy.

Margaret Baines Sample

February 13, 1951 - December 30, 2024