Simon L Sampson

July 26, 1948 - June 14, 2020

Simon L. Sampson (Whitefoot), beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, and activist born to Sampson Whitefoot and Serelia Scowlole passed away on June 14, 2020, he was 71 years old. Simon was an enrolled member of the Yakama Indian Nation. He loved to exercise his treaty fishing rights and was an active member of the Toppenish community through the co-creation of the Community Safety Network and working with the Toppenish school district. He was known as “Slammin Salmon” by many. Simon enjoyed getting his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren involved in running and sports and love to watch them play sports. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Diane; son, Robert; daughter, Monica; special grandson Brandon; 16 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. We will be taking Simon from Heggies Colonial Funeral Home at 9 a.m. to 1910 cemetery. Out of respect for family, we ask that no one else besides the Pall Bearers get out of their car at the cemetery. A special gathering will take place when it is safe. Pallbearers: Robert Sampson, Brandon Sampson, Louis Nanamkin, Joseph Nanamkin, Martin Nanamkin, Francisco Nanamkin, Harold Joseph III, and Pat Thompson. Honorary Pallbearers: Breland Joseph, Darion Joseph. Bobby Wachumwah, Eagle Looney, Kenny McCloud, Wilbur Slockish, Rick Whitaker, John Cerna, and Sabe Red Thunder. Special speaker Delano Saluskin. We would like to thank all that assisted us with getting arrangements made quickly and providing support to the family during this difficult time.