M. Gerard Samuels, 75, of Glen Allen, VA, entered eternal rest on February 26, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Mack, Sr. and Jessie P. Samuels; sister, Dr. Jessica R. Samuels-Shields; brother, Robert Mack Samuels, Jr. and sister-in-law, Sherrill Fleming Samuels. Surviving is three daughters, DeHavilland S. Rogers (G. Matthew), GeNienne A. Samuels, and Mercedes S. Branch (Darin); five grandchildren, Devin, Bayleigh, Leiah, Kinnady, and MJ; brother, Fleming Samuels; ex-wife, Nancy B. Samuels; four nieces, Connie, Sharrin, Ceonna, and Ramona; a host of cousins, relatives, and friends. Gerard earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Florida A&M University and his Masters of Education from Virginia Commonwealth University. Coach Samuels taught and coached for 54 years in Henrico County, Richmond City, District of Columbia, and Prince George’s County public schools. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. for 50 years.