Jan 30, 2021 Thomas Edward Samples passed away in his Florida home on Friday, January 22, 2021 – he was 65. If there is one characteristic that truly defined Tom, it is that he impacted and inspired the lives of everyone he met, and he leaves a legacy that spans generations and geographies. Born in East Liverpool, Ohio to Clyde and Patricia Samples, Tom grew up as one of four children in Chester, West Virginia. He was an outstanding athlete and played football at the University of Tennessee before finishing his college education at West Liberty State College, where he earned a business degree. During his nearly 40 years of professional experience, Tom used his education, leadership skills, and robust personality to excel in roles of increasing responsibility at Weirton Steel Corporation, W.W. Grainger, Inc., Norandex Building Materials, and Mobil Mini.