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1917 - 2006
 Catherine “Kay” Samson Astle, 89 of Barboursville, passed away Wednesday July 19, 2006. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm Monday July 24, 2006 at the Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel, Barboursville, by Rev. Tom Sharp. Burial will be held at a later date in Maryland. She was born May 25, 1917 in Spokane, WA, a daughter of the late Harold W. and Gladys Lockwood Samson. She was a graduate of University of Maryland. She was a teacher and retired from the Cabell County Public School System after 22 years of service. She was preceded in death by her grandson, David Astle. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Charles C. Astle; two sons and daughters-in-law, John C. and Jayne Astle of Annapolis, MD and David L. and Sonia Astle of Burke, VA; one sister, Elizabeth Samson of Severna Park, MD; three grandchildren, Jay Astle, Gretchen Wendorf, and Brian Astle; two great-grandchildren, Jason and Sabrina Astle. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to her grandson’s memorial fund, David Astle Memorial Fund, Severn School, 201 Water Street, Severna Park, MD., 21146. Friends may call from 6-8 pm Sunday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Barboursville. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory/wallace |
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There are currently 5 condolences.
Marsha Blue Dille
mldmusic@aol.com
Friday July 28, 2006 at
8:47 PM
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Mrs. Astle was a great influence in the lives of both mine and my husband's. I probably remember more about her class than any of my other Junior High classes. She made me love learning about science.
She truly took each individual student and their grade very seriously. She brought up each student to show them their grade before it came out on their grade card. At that time, she let each of us know whether she was happy or sad about it. I always was encouraged by these times--even if I did poorly--she encouraged me.
She will be missed in this world, but good memories of her will always keep her alive in our hearts and minds. I hope that I can be as effective a teacher in my career as she was in her career.
My condolences go to Mr. Astle and her family. I will pray for your family as you grieve over your great loss.
Sincerely,
Marsha Blue Dille
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Doris Goodman Latour
dorislatour@aol.com
Monday July 24, 2006 at
6:04 PM
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Few teachers make the kind of impression that Mrs. Astle made on me. She was an excellent teacher...and truly cared about her students. I regret that I could not be there for the services. You are in my thoughts and prayers....she will truly be missed by many!
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Stephanie Michelle Call
Monday July 24, 2006 at
11:46 AM
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Charlie- I am very sadden to hear about Kay's passing. My thoughts are with you now and forever. I don't know if you remember me but my grsandparents lived next door. May God Bless you now and always.
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Love Stephanie Call
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Kathy Towne Schroeder
Monday July 24, 2006 at
6:51 AM
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Mrs. Astle was one of the best teachers I ever had. She expected the students to work hard and accomplish goals, but she did it with compassion. She will be missed by many.
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David Nelson Murray & Family
dmurray22131@cfl.rr.com
Sunday July 23, 2006 at
9:36 AM
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One of the most intelligent, kindest, sweetest, people who ever graced the Village of Barboursville, or the world for that matter, has been set free of the ailing body she has had to endure. Being the fine lady that she has always been, she has taken her place right up there in the front row. I was lucky enough to stop by and spend several hours with Mr. & Mrs. Astle, as I have always referred to them, and thank them! I also apologized for breaking their garage door glass out several thousand times with a basketball. It was the best basketball court in town! How they put up with their sons and their friends I'll never know! They helped make B'ville like Mayberry. It is probably the best place of all time and in the whole world to grow up. Union & Barber. Sorry I can't be there. Charlie, John, David and family, chin up, she will be missed by all.
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