Ruthie Jane (Sampson) Fleming, 68, was born on April 5, 1957, in Paris, Texas, the daughter of Jacob and Marie Sampson. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Albert Lee Sampson and Eldon “Red” Sampson; sisters, Willie Mae “Sara” Sampson and Pearlie May Deatley.
Ruthie was a lifelong resident of Lamar County. She married her loving husband, Charles Fleming, on March 8, 1985 at the Court House in Paris, Texas. Ruthie worked as a nurse’s aide in numerous hospitals and nursing homes in the area. She later began working in the cafeterias in those same nursing homes until retiring to stay home to care for her grandchildren. In her spare time, Ruthie always enjoyed staying busy. She enjoyed traveling, doing puzzles and was always on the hunt for a good garage sale.
Family was the cornerstone of Ruthie’s world. She was fiercely loyal, always putting their needs and happiness above her own. Her love for her family was evident in the joy she found in spending time with them. Ruthie’s kitchen was the heart of her home, where she expressed her love through the meals. Celebrations and get togethers were Ruthie’s specialty, and she ensured that each family milestone was marked with joy and togetherness. Above all else, Ruthie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many. Her passing has left a void in the lives of her family, but her memory will live on forever in the hearts of the people who loved her.
Ruthie is survived by her loving family; husband, Charles Fleming of the home; sons, Walter McClyde Sampson and wife, Amanda of Paris, TX and Kevin Anthony Sampson and wife, Tina of Paris, TX; grandchildren, Cara Marie Sampson, Kayla May Sampson, Walter Edwin Sampson, Aiden Alexander Sampson, Montana Payne, Dakoata Payne and Edward Payne; great grandson, Joseph Walter Fitts; brother, Johnny Lee Sampson of Paris, TX; nephews, Charles Jacob Sampson and wife, Libby and Joseph Sampson; nieces, Mary Battist and husband, Charles; great nephews, Eric Sampson and C.J. Sampson; great nieces, Sierra Sampson, Brittany Fleming, Chasity Butler, Chana Michael and Silvia Simon; along with a host of other friends, family and loved ones.
Services were held on May 22, 2025, at Goodwater Cemetery in Goodwater, Oklahoma.
Funeral arrangements were made under the direction of Miller & Miller Funeral Home-Hugo.