The body of Samson, who was director of children's services (DCS) atNorth East Lincolnshire Council, was discovered in a stream inCleethorpes on 1 November. The cause of the death remains unexplainedbut a council spokeswoman said it was believed to be "a tragicaccident".
Atkinson said: "He had been a committed and successful DCS and made asignificant contribution to developing services for children and youngpeople in his area. His death will be a loss to his colleagues in NorthEast Lincolnshire and across the country, our condolences go out to hisfamily and friends."
Councillor Andrew De Freitas, leader of North East Lincolnshire Council'said: "Andy was a fine man who was hugely passionate about children'sservices. He personally led a remarkable improvement in children'sservices in just over two years. He will be sorely missed by all who hadthe pleasure of working with him."
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