Vicki Marie Sampson

Vicki M. (Klemesrud) Sampson, 83, died peacefully in her home on October 20, 2026. Vicki was born in Burlington, Iowa on April 15, 1943 to Herman L. Klemesrud and Dorothy V. (Hanson) Klemesrud. A graduate of Washington High School in Cedar Rapids, IA, Vicki went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree from Iowa State University where she met her husband Charles B. Sampson. Additionally, Vicki earned a Master’s Degree from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN.

In addition to managing her children’s busy school and sports schedules, Vicki was an avid volunteer in the community, taking roles in support of the Children’s Bureau of Indianapolis (now Firefly Children and Family Alliance), and the Carmel Booster Club among others. She also was employed as a part-time researcher at the IU School of Dentistry as well as a tax preparer.

Vicki travelled extensively in the United States with her husband and family. She also enjoyed several forays abroad. In 2024 she took her entire family on a trip to Norway to trace her families’ roots. However, more than anything her favorite destination was the family farm in Radcliffe, Iowa. Her generosity and foresight will make the farm a family destination for years to come.

Vicki was proceeded in death by her husband, Charles B. Sampson in 2021. She is survived by her adult children: Eric Sampson, Brenda (Giuliano) Cacucci and Carl (Elizabeth) Sampson. She is also survived by her grandchildren John “Jack” Sampson, Stefano (Brooke) Cacucci, Elena Cacucci, David Sampson, Michael Sampson and Andrew Sampson. Earlier this year she was so excited to welcome her first great-grandchild, Vincenzo Cacucci.

Vicki is also survived by her brothers Bruce (Lynn) Klemesrud, Byron (Barbara) Klemesrud and her dear sister Elaine Klemesrud.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Habitat for Humanity for Greater Indianapolis, Inc. or to Wheeler Mission Ministries, Inc.

Services for Vicki are pending. Please check back later.