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Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park

300 Curtner Ave

San Jose, California

Samuel Ventura Obituary

Samuel Ventura

Resident of San Jose

1/6/1947 - 9/23/2010

Samuel Ventura, a Vietnam veteran and much loved brother, father, grandfather, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend, lost his life in a motorcycle accident on Sept. 23, 2010 at age 63. He will be missed by his children Samuel, Andrea, Jason, Tiffany and Christopher, and also leaves behind 7 brothers and 2 sisters. He was a caring grandfather to Christina, Jessica, Anthony, Kyle, Elijah, Jordan, Logan, Christopher, Briana, Jeremiah, Jasiah and Gabriel. Sam spent much of his life on a Harley, and was a cherished brother to many riders.

A celebration of his life will begin at Oak Hill Funeral Home's Chapel of the Oaks on Wednesday, Sept. 29 with a viewing from 4:00- 9:00 pm and will continue on Thursday, Sept. 30 with services starting at 1:00 pm.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Sep. 29, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Ventura

47 Entries

BEV VENTURA

May 10, 2011

Found cousin Chris! Thanks for guiding him to us Uncle Sammy, WE MISS YOU SOOOOO BAD!

Lauri Brubaker

May 6, 2011

I just found out about your loss. It saddens me deeply. Sam was a wonderful, fun loveing man. He will be missed by all.

V Kathy Keely

December 6, 2010

My heart goes out to your loved ones left behind. Your smile will shine down on all. Say hi! to my sister (Kelly). Know you are at peace and have arrived "home".

Bo Villegas

December 4, 2010

To Samuel Ventura and Friends. Sorry to hear about your loss. Met Sam many years ago at Uncle Roy Ruiz home. Sam was a wonderful person and with a big heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

BARBARA VENTURA

November 9, 2010

FOR THE SAMUEL VENTURA FAMILY AND FRIENDS: I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS! BUT SAM WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU. YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY!
FOR SAM: FOR THE SHORT TIME I KNEW YOU, YOU WERE VERY SPECIAL. YOU SPENT MANY YEARS LOVING, SACRIFICING, AND CARING FOR YOUR BROTHER, WHOM I TOO LOVED VERY MUCH. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS.
BARBARA VENTURA

BEV VENTURA

October 6, 2010

WORDS CANNOT BEGIN TO EXPRESS HOW MUCH i LOVED YOU uNCLE SAM! YOU WERE THE LIGHT OF THE VENTURA FAMILY, CLOWN SHOES AND ALL!! YOU KNOW YOU WERE LOVED BY ALL, I SURE MISS SEEING YOU EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT! WE ALWAYS JOKED WITH EACH OTHER, HEAVEN DONT WANT US & HELLS AFRAID WE'LL TAKE OVER! I KNOW YOUR IN HEAVEN & I KNOW YOUR ON A HARLEY NEXT TO GLENN, UNTIL I GET THERE, KNOW THAT YOUR MISSED & YOULL ALWAYS BE IN OUR THOUGHTS..... LOVE YOU UNCLE SAMMY RIDE ON!!! ITS WHAT YOU DID !!!

Victor & Khanh Enriquez

October 6, 2010

We just found out. Our deepest condolences to Sam's friends and family.

Sam has been and always will be one of our favorite patients. Dear Sam it has been an honor to be able to taker care of you and your impossibly sturdy smile.

Sincerely Drs. Bui & Enriquez

We will miss you.

Bryan Ventura

October 2, 2010

Uncle Sam, never got to see you very much...but every time i did, it was magic. I love you and will never forget who you were. Love Alway your nephew Bryan Ventura

Shawn Teran

October 1, 2010

I'd like to offer our deepest condolescences to the Ventura family, Sam was a fun loving guy, as well as a loving father and grandfather. He will certainly be missed. Rest in peace.

With love,
The Teran Family

September 30, 2010

Joe and your family, we offer our prayers and deepest sympathy in the loss of your brother.
Rick and Kathy Harvey
Modesto, CA

September 30, 2010

To Sam 's Family,
What a huge loss. I don't only speak for myself, but for the whole warehouse @ 1661 Doolittle.He was a fun loving hard worker and a great guy. Personally, I will miss are many conversations about old cars and other topics. My condolences to his family and my prayers go out to each and everyone of you. God Bless Always, Tom R. Bonelli

Elizabeth Ventura

September 30, 2010

I can only tell you what I know, I loved Sam from the moment I met him. He was so full of life and love. He was not my uncle by blood but he was my family and I will miss him so much. Rest in Peace Uncle Sam, someday we'll all be together again. xoxo

Rex & Brenda Williams

September 30, 2010

To the Ventura Family, we are so sorry to hear of Sam's tragic accident. Our hearts are breaking for you. We feel blessed to have seen you all together at Joes birthday celebration in Modesto and shared that time together with the family. Please let us know if there is anything you need. Prayers for peace & strength are headed your way. We love you.

Victoria Foster

September 30, 2010

My deepest sympathy to all the Ventura family Sam has joined My son Donald Ventura No words were ever spoken no time to say goodbye you were gone before we knew it and only god knows why RIP kiss my son please. See you someday love Victoria Foster

Joe C.

September 30, 2010

Sam,
To your family and friends, I am sorry for your loss. You will live on in the memories of those who knew you.

September 29, 2010

May Happy Memories carry you through this sorrowful time. My sympathies to your Family.

My Condolences,

Cissie Ruiz Fresno Ca.

Laurie and Jim Young

September 29, 2010

Sam,
I was just thinking about you the other day and wondering if Jim and I would run into you again in Virginia City during Street Vibrations.
To the Ventura Family I am so, so sorry for your loss. Sam loved his family very much and I know you will miss him terribly. He was one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

September 29, 2010

They say there's a reason. But we can never guess what it is. Your family and friends only can guess. Bottom line it was to soon for you to go. L & R

Big D

September 29, 2010

PANCAKES AND STRAWBERRIES ON EVERY SUNDAY MORIN' WITH YOU BROTHER......CRAIG and MARGARET ELLIOTT( AZ.)

Heidi Bowers-Delarosa

September 29, 2010

The Broken Chain
We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for parts of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannnot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
Ron Tranmer

Burt D`Anna

September 29, 2010

RIP Sam,Im proud to have known you,It was always fun hanging out with you-knocking back some cold ones and smoking cigars..my deepest sympathy goes out to your family...see you on the other side brother.

Cindi Ventura

September 29, 2010

Sam it was a pleasure having you as my brother in law, you are a wonderful man and I never stopped loving you and your family. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. Heaven has truly been blessed with a Harley Angel!

September 29, 2010

My Darlin' Sam.....Forever in my heart! Now an angel on my shoulder. I'm so very honored and thankful to have known and love such a fine beautiful man. All my Love and Respect to the Family, and all -
Michele DePage

Ibelis Cespedes

September 29, 2010

Dear Sam, I had the honor to be part of your family, and you of mine. You were a great grandpa and a beautiful person, I truly wish I could have spent more time with you, I'm sure God has big plans for you up there, but you will be missed down here. I know you will watch over Logan, and all of us. All my love...

David Guido

September 29, 2010

It's been an honor to serve Sam at the VA. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

Brandon James

September 29, 2010

Although it was a short time, it was a good time. Take your humor upstairs and pass it around. Rest In Peace

Dena Galedrige

September 29, 2010

Although, I only had the pleasure of knowing Sam for a few months, the memories we shared in that short time, will last forever.

I will always remember the night of the Italian Festival, Dancing and hanging out at Stevies, laughing until half the table was crying.

Sam, you were truly an Angel here on Earth and now you are an Angel above watching over all your loved ones.

To the Ventura Family, I am deeply Saddened by your loss, may God be with you through this difficult time.

Keep Riding!

Love,

Mike Reinke

September 29, 2010

Rest in peace, Sam.
My prayers are with you and your family.

Tami Dober

September 29, 2010

Rest in Peace my friend! You will be missed!

J. Anderson

September 29, 2010

I did not know Mr. Ventura, but I did see the aftermath of the accident on my way to work Thursday morning (I live off Cherry & Almaden Expwy.) I am so very sorry for your loss, and I hope love and family gets all of his loved ones through this terrible time.

Brenda McClain

September 29, 2010

To the family of Sam Ventura, I would like to express my deepest sympathy to your family. I didn't know Sam well, but saw him most days at work. We would always say hello to each other in the break room. Take care, god bless. Brenda McClain (AT&T Manager)

Catalina Ventura

September 29, 2010

I had the pleasure of knowing Sam for the last seven years and we were able to spend a couple of sweet weekends with him this summer. My children loved his red shoes, as did I. I also loved his ability to enjoy whomever he was with and wherever he was. He was a joy to be around. My husband loved riding with him and will surely miss the good times that were had with Sam. Thank you Sam for your kindness and your shining spirit.

Kenneth Silveira

September 29, 2010

"Uncle Sam this is your Godson, the last memory I have of of you is when you flew in to Florida for the Daytona 500. Although that was the last time I Spent time with you, you will live on in my memories from this day forward. I love and miss you with all my heart."

Ken Haynes

September 29, 2010

Ventura family,
It was a pleasure working with Sam. He made many friends here and will be remembered. We miss him.

Joann Martinelli

September 29, 2010

Sam, We will miss with all our heart. I have never meet a better person and friend. It has been a real pleasure having you in our lives. Keep riding! Sorry to the whole family and our prayers are with you all. Love always and forever........... Dave and Joann

Cherie Appleby

September 29, 2010

To see the Venturas go through the pain of losing Sam is almost unbearable. Sam Ventura, the peacemaker, so mellow, so cherished, he will be missed by many. The one memory that makes me smile every time I think of it is Sam sitting on the couch, watching the Simpsons...I can almost hear his laughter. He may have left this world September 23 but will live on forever in so many hearts. Goodbye grandpa Sam...RIP

Tony Broyles

September 29, 2010

I only knew Sam for a short time, but in that time I quickly learned that he always brought a smile and a positive attitude to work. He was a great driver and will be missed by everyone at Ryder. My thoughts and prayers are with Sam's family.

September 28, 2010

Andrea, I never met your dad but from all the great things you have always told me about him, it would have been an honor. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all. Love you girlfriend.....Linda Wertz (Sacramento)

Jason Martinez

September 28, 2010

Jason Martinez

Rogan Jensen

September 28, 2010

Sam,
It has been a pleasure knowing you for the past year. You always brought a smile with you to work and made many friends here with Ryder/AT&T. You will be missed. Keep on Riding!

Rick & Deb Rinauro

September 28, 2010

Ventura Family,
Rick and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have know Sam for many years and will miss him dearly. Keeping all of you in our hearts and prayers.
GodSpeed Sam!! We love you!

Rick and Debbie Rinauro

lor5i smith

September 28, 2010

may god bless you on your journey home.. keep riding all over heaven and may the lords ligh shine upon you.....
i love you sam.. see ya when i get there.

Richard Miller

September 27, 2010

Uncle Sam,

From the day's of driving the FIAT across the neighbors lawn, to all the days of just hanging out and ripping the motorcyle up and down Birmingham Drive, one thing was always sure, you brought life to everything by simply just.... "being there." You were that kind of person!! and your loss is hard to comprehend. All I can say is thank you, for being such a good man to me when I was a young boy, I will never forget you.

Semper Fi,
Richard Miller
Sergeant Major USMC, Ret

Anthony Silveira

September 27, 2010

Uncle Sam, you will be missed; Cousins - my heart goes out to each of you on the loss of your father; it was too soon.

jackie d'anna

September 27, 2010

Dear Sam,

Thank you! for stepping up when I needed
you! keeping your promoise to my sister,
Give her a hug for me. RIP, You will always have a special place in my heart.

Jackie D'Anna

September 27, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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