Obituaries
Charles Samley, 74
Charles (Chuck) Samley, 74, of East Petersburg died Friday, March 21 in Venice, FL at his winter home. He was the husband of Nancy Jane (Gross) Samley to whom he was married for 52 years.
Born in Bethlehem, PA on May 31, 1933, he was the son of the late Charles A. and Mary I. (Roseman) Samley. He worked as an independent contractor for High Associates, being responsible for both the sales and leasing of commercial property as well as general brokerage accounts. He began his career in real estate in 1971 as the General Manager of the Park City Center. He also served as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps.
Mr. Samley was a 1950 graduate of Bethlehem High School and a 1954 graduate of Moravian College with a B.S. in Business Administration.
He was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church, the St. John Neumann Council 12532 Knights of Columbus; American Legion Post 135, Perryville, MD; Military Officers Association of America; Greater Lancaster Board of Realtors and the International Council of Shopping Centers. Mr. Samley was a staff officer and instructor for the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 14-07, Lititz, PA, and previously a flotilla commander. He also obtained numerous awards with the Auxiliary including the Auxiliarist of the Year Award.
In addition, Mr. Samley was a Past President of the Kiwanis Club of North Lancaster, a member of the Commercial and Industrial Real Estate Council of Lancaster County which he served as Past President, a State Instructor for the PA Fish and Boat Commission, and a member of numerous other civic organizations.
Mr. Samley had numerous hobbies and especially loved boating on the Chesapeake Bay with his wife, family, and friends.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children: Debra Lee, wife of Stan Latta, Port Matilda, PA; Vicki Lynn, wife of Blake Kneeland, Lansdale; Christopher, Charlottesville, VA; and Matthew, Lancaster; and seven grandchildren; and a sister, Rosalie S. Lester, wife of Joseph W., of Avon, CT, and several nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Rd., Lancaster. Interment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, PA on Monday at 10:00 a.m. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, and also at the church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 14-07, c/o Victor Sliko, Finance Officer, 58 Green Acre Road, Lititz, PA 17543.
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September 05, 2022
He is with Christ
Dear Nancy and family,
On behalf of the Roseman family, we would like to offer our sincere sympathy for the loss of Chuck. Our prayers are with you all.
Steve and Fran Roseman
Hi Matt & family,
I just got the news this morning, how sad. Me and my entire family’s thoughts and prayers are with you. Stay strong.
Sincerely,
Bob Friedman
To the Samleys,
Our families have grown apart, but we want to send our condolences for the loss of Charles, we remember visiting the Park City Center when he was manager there. Life passes by too fast, may your memories keep him with you.
Love, Donald Samley Family
Dear Nancy and family,
May God’s love and strength comfort all of you in this difficult time. All of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark, Vicki, Megan and Mary Kate Latta
To Nancy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Chuck’s passing on Good Friday. He was a good man. You have our deepest sympathy.
Frank & Jan Stauffer of the Beamers.
P.S. I worked w/Chuck for a number of years at High and got to know him there. Jan Stauffer
Blessings to the family and Peach be with you!!
To Mrs. Samley and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Deb’s father. We know she had a great visit with both of you which was a real blessing for her as well as the girls. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers here at the State College High School.
With Sympathy,
The Faculty and Staff at State High
Dear Rosalie, Nancy, and children,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on Chuck’s passing. I still clearly recall the wonderful times I and my family had with you in the summers, whether in the Poconos or down at the Chesapeake, or just next door on Easton Ave. I remember Chuck as someone who laughed alot and was often at the center of stirring things up. His phrase "chop chop!" usually got us kids moving when something needed to be done. It was no surprise to read of all the endeavors and accomplishments in his very full life. My best to all of you,
George Grund and Family
Allentown, PA
Nancy and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know this is a very difficult time for all of you. Our neighborhood will not be the same without Chuck. Nancy, I am here if you need to talk to me. I will be in touch.
Love and hugs, Betty K
