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Sam Torrisi Obituary

Torrisi, Sam J. Baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, Mon., Jan. 14, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Max Torrisi (nee Keys); special friend of Carole Gomes; dear father and father-in-law of Chris Torrisi, Lisa (Ellis) Hough and the late Mark Torrisi; dear grandfather of Christa (Joe Tuey) Torrisi, Carrie (Dave) Woods, Heather and Sarah Torrisi and Andrew and Ellisa Hough; dear great-grandfather of Sam Woods; dear brother of Jim Torrisi, Rosalie Mueller, Fran Fitzgerald and the late Carm Miller, Dolly Berresheim and Flo McCaffery; our dear brother-inlaw, uncle, cousin and friend. Sam was the owner operator of National Home Products. He brought custom mirrors and shower doors to the St. Louis area for 40 years. He served in the Army during WWII and participated in the Normandy Invasion. Services: Funeral at the ORTMANN STIPANOVICH Funeral Home, 12444 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur, on Thurs., Jan. 17 at 10 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations to Alzheimer's Association appreciated. Visitation 3-8 p.m. Wednesday.

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan. 15, 2013.

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Julie Morris

January 18, 2013

My love and condolences to you Lisa, Chris, and family. Sammy was one if the happiest persons I ever knew. I hope your hearts are lightened knowing he's in heaven with all the rest. Its times like this that make the miles seem so long. Miss you! Love, Julie, Jillian, Will & Katy

January 15, 2013

My big brother I will miss your sweet smile and laughter I am sure everyone was there to greet you, you were not alone. my prayers to all the family' Your little sister Rosalie

Pam Haines

January 15, 2013

My deepest condolences to Chris, Lisa, Carole, and the rest of the Torrisi family. Sam was an absolutely amazing man who will be missed. It was my privilege to know him and the three of you. GOD BLESS

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