Sylvia Gauthier Samson

Sylvia was a loving mother and homemaker, who loved to travel, shop, and cook. She was an exceptional seamstress and loved crafting. She generously gave of her time, talents, and treasures to everyone she knew. Sylvia was a very devout Catholic.

She is survived by her children, Kim Hebert, Robin Melancon, Janet Haynes (Daryl), Donna Craddock (Brad), and Joey Samson; grandchildren, Mindy (Kelly), Kelly (Craig), Lindsay (Brad), Adam (Nikki), Casey (Ryan), Aimee (Joey), Kevin (Angela), Heather (Mike), Courtney, Jacob (Heather), Jeff (Emily), Joseph, Dallas (Brooklyn), and Brianna (Warren); and 31 great-grandchildren. Sylvia is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. Samson III; her daughter, Joi Ellen Samson Watts; grandson, Bruce Melancon; granddaughter, Brittany Melker; and parents, Elmo and Edna Gauthier. Visitation will be at St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church, 14040 Greenwell Springs Rd. Greenwell Springs, LA, on Monday, July 13, 2026, from 12pm until the Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00pm. Burial will immediately follow at Greenoaks Memorial Park. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Baton Rouge Hospice for the loving care and support given to Mrs. Sylvia. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.greenoaksfunerals.com