The Naval officer In- charge Tamilnadu (NOIC TN) Commodore PE Vanhaltren personally supervised the formalities relating to the last mortal journey and wreaths were placed in the honour of the departed soul.  Rich floral tributes were also paid by the retired fraternity of Armed Forces Veteran Organisation, Navy Foundation, friends and relatives. His body was carried in a decorated gun carriage from the residence and followed by a sombre procession of peers, friends and relatives. The body was cremated amidst tributes to a departed icon.

Admiral Samson's distinguished career saw him as Commander of Indian fleet during he1965 conflict. He also commanded the old "INS Delhi", was Commandant of National Defence Academy, Naval Advisor at UK, London and served in the navy during the world War -II. Even after his retirement in 1966, he was instrumental in laying the foundation of "War Ship construction” as the Chairman & Managing Director of Mazgaon Dock where he was directly instrumental in the construction of first "Leander
class” frigate for the Indian Navy. He can be indeed credited with being one of the pioneers of warship construction in India.

The Admiral is regarded amongst the most widely respected officers in the Navy. His strength of character, moral and undying dedication and patriotism have inspired many a generation of officers. His popularity transcended the armed forces as he was widely respected in Industry circles and civil society for his professional conduct, foresight, values and virtues of a great patriot.

The Admiral's demise on the night of 18th March at Chennai has been deeply mourned by all serving and retired members of the Naval fraternity. He is survived by his wife Laila and daughter Leela Samson a well known Bharatnattayam dancer and director of Kalakshetra, Chennai. He was 91 and ailing for some time.