LOUIS "SAM" DECOLA

Dear Mrs. Decola, Cecilia and Maureen,

My brother Paul Sullivan informed me of the recent passing of Sam. My son in law, Justin Dowd grew to know Sam though his dealings at the bank where Justin was manager. He always entertained him with stories of the neighbor. So sorry for your loss. I'm sure he will be missed in the neighborhood.

Kathy Sullivan-Meskunas
Formally of 31 Rose Hill Way

I was saddened to hear of the news that Sam had passed away. I would often see him in Shaws picking up a few things and would ask how he was doing and to say hello to Celia. He would give you a word of advice and be on his way with a smile as he said goodbye. I came to know Sam and Celia through a mutual friend of theirs that I had worked for. Sammy would drop off a pecan pie and would give Celia the credit for it and say how blessed he was to have a wonderful woman in his life. He would...

Aunt Sis, so sorry to hear about Uncle Sam. You are all in my thoughts
Love, Tabitha

Aunt Sis, Cecilia and Maureen,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Gail

Dear Cecilia, Maureen and Mrs. Decola,

Our thought and prayers are with you.

God Bless

Love, Paula, Craig and Jared

To the entire family I extend my deepest sympathy. Sam was a truly great man of whom you should all be very proud. He lived a good, long life. I first met Sam when I was a young lad with a News Tribune paper route which cover the area of the Monarch Diner. I used to bring them a newspaper every day and constantly going in there to get coffee for the Arena boys at the barber shop on the other block. "Those were the good ole days. " God Bless you Sam !

So sorry to hear this news. Your father was always so happy to see you and just talk. What a beautiful couple! Fond memories and laughs!

So sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed seeing your dad and grandpa. He was a great man. Loved his Italian cookies too

Pepsi, your joyful and loving life will always be an example to me as I try to live a life worth living. Many know the story of what you did for our family, but it was not only that which had a profound impact on me. You took me in while I was a student and fed me your incredible home-cooked meals. During each visit, I would watch as you expressed your love for your soulmate Cecilia and enjoyed life's simple pleasures like growing tomatoes. I have always been inspired by the life you lived...