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Samuel Privitera Obituary
Pittsford: Nov. 1, 2008, age 71. Predeceased by mother, Grace & brother, George. Survived by wife of 46 years, Lucia; daughter, Barbra (John) Vassallo; sons, Samuel J. Jr. & Philip (Maria) Privitera; grandchildren, Stephanie, Gianna, Dominic, Giovanni & Nicholas; sister, Nora (Thomas) Przesiek; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews & close friends.
No prior calling. Sam's Funeral Mass will be held TUES., 11 AM at St. Louis Church, 64 Main St. South, Pittsford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Golisano Children's Hospital at Strong, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14642. Interment, private.
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Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Privitera
Barbra
October 28, 2023
15 years gone but never forgotten. Love and miss you
Philip Privitera
December 3, 2008
Dear Dad,
First off Giants 11-1 off to another superbowl. Is that God's doing?
It has been only a month but seems a lifetime since you have gone. This is kind of our way of saying to you we still love you and have not forgotten about you. Your grandchildren still ask about you and kepp telling me they will always love you. Understand we are all doing O.K., You will be missed for the holidays but not forgotten. I go to church and light a candle everyweek for you, I believe if I get closer to God I will remain close to you.
God Bless you and Merry Christmas!
Love Always
Philip
Your daugther Barbra
December 3, 2008
Dear Dad,
Not that you can read these entries but I guess it just makes us feel better to be able to say to you what we should have said before, that we love you. I also want to let you know that we will be okay. We'll have our sad times but we will also reflect on the happy times and the good memories we all have had. We will not dwell in our sorrow, we will continue to build our own happy memories and we will share them with you when we are all together again.
Hey, could you do me a favor, say hello to John Lennon and George Harrison for me?? :o)
Lucille Privitera
December 3, 2008
Sam, I know we will be together again so I'll say good-bye here for now. Please know that I loved you then, I love you now, and I'll love you even more when we are re-united. Keep me, our children, grandchildren, our sisters and brother-in-laws and all our family and friends always in your prayers, as we do you. Remember our daily prayer - 'Dear Lord, Sweet Jesus, Blessed Mother Mary, Bless our Family and Friends and their Families and Friends with Health, Wholeness, Life and Love'.
Love ALways and Ever, Lucia
Lucille Privitera
December 1, 2008
Sam, it's a month ago this date that we said goodbye and had to let you go. While I'm very sad for me, I'm very glad that you are finally at peace. Just as you lit candles every week in church for those in need for one reason or another, I light a candle for you every night to remind me of your kindness. I'll miss our Christmas Eves, going out to dinner, just us two, and coming home and relaxing. I'll miss you at Barbra's for Christmas dinner too, and many more occasions that I use to spend with you. Give my love to our Moms and Dads and your Brother George and our friend Louie. Tell them all they are still very missed too. It's time to say good-bye here, the site is running out, so pray for me and our family and we will pray with you. Merry Christmas and Happy new Year too, watch over me and know that I will join you soon.
Love Always and Ever, Lucia
Lucia Privitera
November 24, 2008
When two people have shared life, when they are really, really in it together, there is a quiet certainty in the way they take care of each other. A gentle touch or a loving word right when it's needed--every little thing seems to say, I'M SURE OF YOU, I'M SURE OF US, of what we had together. And I'm very grateful to be in this life and in this love with you. I miss you so much. You did so many little things for me that I'm reminded of each and every day. I miss taking care of you too, but please know I am taking care of Fredo and your fish. I know they miss you very much too. Please rest in peace knowing that you have 3 wonderful children who are always here for me when I need them. Love Always, Lucia
Joseph Castranova
November 10, 2008
Sam,
You be sadly missed. I know you are in a much better place.
God bless.
(Guess what?? Those lousy Bills lost again this Sunday maybe I will have to become a Giants fan!)
Love and miss you,
Joe,Pat,Andrew,Russ,Court,& Dlynn
Joseph Castranova
November 10, 2008
Sammy,Phil,& Barb
First of all I'am so sorry for your loss.
Each of you are very beautiful in your own ways and will always have a part of your father in yourselves for the rest of your lives. You have been blessed to have each other in your lives.
Sammy you have always have been to me the brother that I have never had. I love you Bro. Remember I will always be here for you as you have been for me.
Phil,
Even though we dont get to see much of each other I feel a special bond and you know that I also am only a phone call away.
Barb,
Again you are a beautiful caring person I'm so proud to have a neice such as you. You are so unselfish in the way you live your life and are willing to help others at a moments notice, such as myself during my hardtimes. I see you this quality was something your Dad passed on to you.
Each of you are going to miss your Dad but when times get tough try and remember the little things he left each of you in life.
Also remember that we love all of you very much and always will be here for you when the moment arives.
LOVE YOU!
Uncle Joe, Aunt Pat,
Andrew,Russ,Courtney,& Dlynn
Joseph Castranova
November 10, 2008
To my loving sister Lu,
I just want you to know that I love
you and I will always be here for you
no matter your needs.
Whether you need someone to talk to any time day or night, some one for support,to laugh with, to cry with, or just someone to spend time with I will be there.
Sam was a great husband,dad,& papa and just as important to me a
Brother in law who treated my sister with respect & love.
We love you Sam you will be missed.
We love you Lu and always will......
Love your Bro Joe,Pat,
Andrew,Russ,Courtney,Dlynn
Yvette Picariello
November 8, 2008
Dearest Lu -
Be comforted my friend, Sam has but slipped away into the next room. Nothing is past, nothing is lost. In God's time our lives are but a brief moment and then all will be as it was before, only better, infinitely happier and FOREVER - you will be together and ONE again, in Jesus Christ.
God bless you and your family,
With love, Yvette, Lauren and Jonathan
Lisa Chatfield
November 5, 2008
Barb,
I am so sorry about your Dad. You know that we are here for you, and I know that you will stay strong. Your Dad will always be with you no matter where you go, what you do.
He will be looking out for you. I hope you will find comfort and peace beyond the sadness. You were blessed with a very special Dad.
love you,
Lee
Lisa Chatfield
November 5, 2008
Phil, Maria and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I hope that through your sadness you will be able to find comfort in all the wonderful years you had together. You have precious memories to treasure, and ones that you can share with your boys.
All our love and prayers,
Lisa, Gary, Austin and Maddie
Lisa Chatfield
November 5, 2008
Sammy and Stephanie,
We just want you to know how sorry we are, and we are thinking of you.
PLease stay strong, and may you find some comfort in happy memories.
Steph, you are a beautiful young girl, and I hope you always know how much your Poppie loved you.
love,
Lisa, Gary,Austin and Maddie
Lisa Chatfield
November 5, 2008
Gianna and Dominic,
We are very sorry about your Grandpa. Always remember that he loves you very much and you have made him very proud.
love and hugs,
Lee-Lee, Gary ,Austin and Maddie
Lisa Chatfield
November 5, 2008
Aunt Lu & family,
We are so blessed to be part of such a big, loving family. Please know that we are all here for you, whatever you need.
We love you all...........
Giovanni,Nicholas Privitera
November 5, 2008
Dear Poppie,
Even though we live miles apart you were always close in our hearts. We love you very much and will always remember the moments we had together.
God Bless! We Love You!
Giovanni and Nicholas
Michelle Hancy and family
November 5, 2008
To the Privitera family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sam was an old friend of my parents (Peter and Carol Miraglia) and I have fond memories of spending time with him and his family growing up.
Debbie Casale-Donoghue
November 5, 2008
Sammy & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Terra Robertson
November 4, 2008
My prayers and my heart go out to your family in this time of loss.
Lena and Chuck Daniels
November 4, 2008
Sorry to hear of Sam`s passing, we will keep you in our prayers.
Ontario Hearing Instrument
November 4, 2008
We, at Ontario Hearing, are so sorry to hear of your loss and will remember Sam in our prayers,
The Staff at Ontario Hearing
Joe Castronova
November 4, 2008
Dear Lucia,
So sorry to hear about Sam. I know he will be missed. He always made me laugh. My deepest sympathy.
Lucy Gillens
November 4, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Barbra and her entire family. You are in many prayers.
Lucy Gillens
Lynne, Gregg & Jenna Belous
November 4, 2008
To The Privitera Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom and Nora Przesiek
November 4, 2008
Sam you are going to be so missed by the both of us and all that loved you and that is many. Knowing that you are in a better place helpes. You will always be in our prayers and we will never forget you.
Love you Tom and Nora
Maria Avila
November 3, 2008
My heartfelt sympathies go to the family. Lu, my dear friend, I wish you the Lord's shoulder to lean on and the peace to go on. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family knowing that Sam is at peace. Love you Lu.
Peter & Carol Miraglia
November 3, 2008
Dear Lucia & family,
We are so sorry to hear about Sam. He was a very good friend of ours. We had a lot of great memories years ago. Our prayers are with all of you.
Pete & Carol Miraglia [ Ocala, Fl. ]
P.L. Fortin
November 3, 2008
I am at a lost for words. I do know that he is in a better place and at peace. Lu, I know how hard this is on you and the kids, grandkids, etc. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I am here if you need to talk.
Joann M Witmer
November 3, 2008
My Dear Friend and Family,
There are no words to take the hurt and anguish away. Just know that Sam has gone back home to his Father. Without absolutely no pain. As he looks down from above ,he is smiling at each and everyone knowing that he had such a wonderful family that loved him soo much, that the tears that fall from your eyes are tears of fantastic memories, that he leaves with each and everyone of you. Do not cry tears of sadness, but the celebration of life you had with him.
With Deepest Sympathy
Joann Witmer
philip privitera
November 3, 2008
Dear Dad,
We are blessed to have a very strong and supportive family. You will be sadly missed but rest assure we are ok. We are happy to know you are in eternal peace and in good hands.
God Bless!
We love you very much
Philip, Maria, Giovanni and Nicholas
Tony Kaszuba
November 3, 2008
Phil,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Barbra Vassallo
November 3, 2008
Dear Dad,
You will forever live in my heart and the hearts of your grandchildren. We miss you terribly and hope that you are in a better place.
We love you
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