Mr. Roy Lewis Samson, 92 of Melrose passed away on Tuesday, March 08, 2011 at Haven Hospice in Gainesville. Mr. Samson was born in Columbus, Ohio on February 10, 1919 to the late Vernon and Annie (Lewis) Samson, and had served in the United States Air force during World War II. Prior to his retirement he was a mechanist, and he was also a stockcar mechanic and builder. Mr. Samson has been a resident of Melrose since 1958 moving here from Columbus, Oh and was of the Methodist Faith. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Robin U. Ashley. Survivors are his wife of 71 years, Evelyn Samson and their daughter Elaine Ashley of Melrose, grandchildren, Richard Ashley, Kathleen Ashley, three great grandchildren, and two great great grandsons. In lieu of flowers the family is asking for contributions to please be made to the Alzheimers Association Central & North Florida Chapter 378 Center Pointe Circle, Ste 1280 Altamonte Springs, FL 32701. There are no scheduled services at this time. Arrangements are under the care of JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 340 E. WALKER DR., KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL 32656. 352-473-3176.www.jonesgallagherfh.com hide