Allan Aaro Samson

Allan Aaro Samson (1936 - 2014)

STANFORD —Allan Aaro Samson, 77, of Stanford died of natural causes, Wednesday, March 12, 2014 at Peace Hospice of Great Falls. A celebration of life is Saturday, March 15, 2014, 2-4 p.m. at the Waterhole Saloon, in Stanford, MT.

Allan was born December 30, 1936 in Butte, MT to Aaro and Mildred Samson. They later moved to Stanford where he was raised and would call home. He was a senior captain of the 1955 Stanford Wolves State Champion basketball team. He would be happy to add, "That was the only basketball championship that Stanford has had."

After graduation, Allan married his high school sweetheart Judy Neill. They had two sons, Zane and Clint. He attended MSU in Bozeman and later went to airline school in Spokane.

Allan wore many hats throughout his life and was a jack of all trades. He was a rancher, farmer, outfitter, guide and businessman. He worked on the family farm for many years with his dad and brother. He owned the Oxen Yoke Inn at Utica for several years.

Allan loved to hunt, fish and be in the outdoors, but his real passion was rodeo. He loved rodeo and bulldogging. He loved cattle, horses and all things cowboy. He was a charter member of the Stampede Club in Stanford and enjoyed traveling the rodeo circuit with his many friends.

Allan was lucky enough to share his life with his "beloved Beverly" who was his companion and took care of him until the end.

Allan is survived by his companion, Bev Hunt of Stanford; son Clint (Brenda) Samson of Great Falls; brother Pete (Donna) Samson of Stanford; grandchildren Cooper, Shandi and CJ; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends too numerous to mention. He is preceded in death by his parents Aaro and Millie; brother Butch; and son Zane.

Allan's family and friends are welcome to express their condolences online at www.creelfuneralhome Cremation arrangements were under the care of Creel Funeral Home.