William “Sam” Wellington, 77, of Williamsburg, Iowa, formerly of New London, died Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Compass Memorial Healthcare in Marengo, Iowa. He was born January 5, 1948, in Burlington, Iowa, to Billy Gene and Linnea Marie Walker Wellington. Sam married Cathy Lovelock Wellington in Mt. Pleasant on September 15, 1973.
Sam graduated from New London High School in 1966, then Parsons College, Fairfield, in 1970. He was an engineer for Motorola, Mt. Pleasant, for 24 years, retiring in 2005, and a Special Education Associate for 5 years at Clark Elementary, New London. He was a member of the New London United Methodist Church and served on the City Council. Hobbies included fishing, antiquing, golfing, gun collecting, yard sales, and he especially loved time when his family was all together.
Sam is survived by his wife Cathy, and two sons; Skye (Tiffany) Wellington, and Jesse (Stephanie) Wellington, both of Williamsburg; and three grandchildren who he adored, Hayden, Esther, and Oliver. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will begin at noon on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Elliott Chapel, New London with the family greeting friends from 4:00-7:00 PM. According to his wishes, his body has been cremated and a private family burial will be held at Burge Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Salvation Army.
Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com