Jeannette Julia (Adams) Sampsell

Jeannette J. Sampsell, 85, formerly of Sandusky and residing in Milan, Michigan passed away peacefully at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Dean and Amy on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.

She was born December 5, 1937, in Port Clinton and was a graduate of Port Clinton High School. Jeannette was a member of the former St. Paul Lutheran Church, and for numerous years was on the board of the former Lutheran Memorial Home. She was employed for over thirty years at the former Castalia Farms/Millsite as the dining room manager and head chef. Jeannette was an amazing cook and found great joy sharing her talents feeding her family and friends any time she could.

She is survived by her son, Dean (Amy) Sampsell; three grandchildren, Brooke Letson, Tyler (Katie) Sampsell, Holly (Bradley) Walker; six great grandchildren; two siblings, Dollie Ash, and Mark (Linda) Adams; and brother-in-law, Warren (Kathy) Leonard.

She was preceded in death by her husband in 2013, Edward R. Sampsell; her son in 2019, Derek Sampsell; her parents, George and Elizabeth (Peto) Adams; and her sister, Lillian Leonard.

Friends may call from 10:00 am until time of service at 12:00 pm, Saturday, February 4, 2023, in the Pfeil Funeral Home, Sandusky Chapel, 617 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky. Pastor Philip Gardner will officiate. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Adrian Hospice, 730 Riverside Avenue, Adrian, MI 49221.

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