Samantha Burris, 58 died October 12, 2025, in Manhattan, KS. She was born on October 26, 1966 in Springdale, Arkansas. The daughter of William and Dorothy (Butler) Jordan. Samantha was raised in Tontitown, AR and was a graduate of the Springdale, AR high school. Following high school, she attended Marcel Royale Beauty Academy and worked in cosmetology for many years. Samantha married Carl Burris. They made their home in Arkansas where she managed Smart Style Hair Salon in Rogers. They moved to Clay Center in 2007, and she worked at Carver’s station before returning to Arkansas. Samantha and Carl returned to the Clay Center community in early 2024. She enjoyed cooking, crafting and spending time with her family. Samantha was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors:
Husband: Carl Burris
Son: Levi Jordan
Daughter: Natasha Stevens
Daughter: Tabatha Horton
Brother: Keith Jordan
Sister: Trish Wilson
Brother: Kirby Jordan
Brother: Brian Jordan
Sister: Dorothy Jordan
Brother: Dennis Jordan
15 Grandchildren
Funeral Services: 1:30 PM Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS
Burial: Dwight Cemetery, Dwight, KS
Visitation: 4-7 PM Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home
Memorials: American Heart Association
