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Sammy Alfano Obituary
1944-2016
Sammy Joseph Alfano, Sr. passed away on Saturday, the 10th of December 2016 at his home in Katy, Texas at the age of 72.
Sammy was a beloved father, brother, grandfather and friend who lived an extraordinary life. He was born on the 21st of March, 1944 in Houston, Texas, the beloved son of Frank and Annie Alfano. He was the youngest of four children.
Sammy started working promotions in the music industry in 1967 and decided to move to Northridge, California where he worked for ABC Records, Capital Records and Elektra Asylum Records. He became one of the top promotion men in the music business, working with big artists like The Eagles, Jackson Browne, and Eddie Rabbit along with many others.
He moved back to Houston, Texas in 1980, where he started his own business, Sammy Alfano Promotions and found artists like Clint Black and Clay Walker.
Sammy is preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary Ann Alfano and niece, Dianne Provenzano. He is survived by his sons, Frank (Dino) Alfano and Sammy Alfano, Jr. and his daughters, Tami Russell, Tori Alfano, and Jacqueline (Paige) Bay and husband, Bill; grandchildren, Anthony, Michael, Lindsey, Clara, Mary Grace, Kelsey, Kasey and Paige; sister, Carolyn Hughes; brother, Vincent Alfano and wife, Elia; nephews, John Michael Provenzano and wife, Nancy, Frankie Provenzano, John David (JD) Hughes and wife, LauraLee; nieces, Lisa Covert and husband, Todd, Marianette Provenzano Ryan and husband, Jim.
Friends are invited to visitation with the family on Sunday, the 18th of December 2016 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm with a Rosary service at 7:00 pm in the Hunters Creek Chapel at Earthman Funeral Directors, 8303 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, the 19th December 2016 at St. Michael Catholic Church, 1801 Sage Road, Houston, TX 77056. A celebration of Sammy J. Alfano's life will follow at Mo's Place, 21940 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450.
You will be missed beyond words by all of us…until we see you again!
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Kevin Williams
April 3, 2017
I just now found out about Sammys death. In so sorry about your loss. I spent 2 weeks with you all in 1980 in Northridge and it was the best trip ever
Thanks for the flood of memories! And peace to Sammy
December 20, 2016
It was very sad news to read of Samny's death. I have always loved the entire Alfano family, I felt like a small part of their family. What a great, loving, fun family!I know Sammy will be missed. Love to all of Sammy's family,I loved his kids, brothers, sisters, the whole bunch! Signed with fondest memories. Bette Bramlett
Bonnie Vargo
December 19, 2016
Rest In Peace Sammy!
Bonnie Vargo
December 19, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for peace and comfort for the family during this difficult time.
Patti Garwick
December 19, 2016
So sorry for the loss of Sammy. I knew Sammy & his 3 oldest children way back in the 60's. May you Rest in Peace & God Bless your entire family.
Patti Maher Garwick
Mark Diamond
December 19, 2016
I'm sorry to hear his fight has ended, now may he Rest In Peace. I always enjoyed talking with him. Hopefully the family will find comfort in this time of grief. May god give you strength to celebrate his life . Sammy Jr. love you brother.
Betty Linkhart
December 18, 2016
Carolyn and Vincent, I am so sorry to hear about Sammy. I think about you and your family often. I remember Mary Ann, my dear friend so often and just how much your family meant to me. Sammy was just a baby and you and Carolyn (Tutti) were her little brother and sister when Mary Ann and I became friends, sisters and classmates at Incarnate Word Academ. Your Mother was like a second Mother to me and I will always cherish her, your Dad, you and Carolyn and little Sammy. I am so sorry for your loss and wish I could have been there tonight to hug you and tell you just how sorry I am for your loss and I want you to know just how much your family meant to me growing up. George and I are both not able to go very much anymore so this is why we couldn't come tonight. Again, so sorry and please tell Sammy's family just how sorry we are. We didn't know Sammy later in life but he was an Alfano and you don't get much better than that. I know he was a great son, brother, father and grandfather, just like his brother and sister. Love you both very much.
George and Betty (Wellman) Linkhart
Kelly, Amy, Grant Simon
December 18, 2016
We are so very blessed to have had you in our lives! You will be greatly missed!
Joy Wallace
December 18, 2016
This one's for you Uncle Sammy! You'll be in good company. Peace be with you!
Joy Wallace
December 18, 2016
I am so saddened to hear about Uncle Sammy. What a great guy. Needless to say he will be sorely missed. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Let the love and time you shared with him & your faith in God be your strength through to endure this sad time.
Big hugs to all!
Joy
Fred Spangler
December 17, 2016
I remember playing with Sammy in Lamar High School's Jazz Band. Ed Trongone taught, mentored, and conductedas he led us to First Place in Jazz Band Competition in Denton, OK. That was 55 years ago. Having lost touch with Sammy after high school, I am deeply touched and saddened today to learn of his passing. Godspeed Family Alfano.
Fred Spangler
Fulshear, TX
Samuel Giammajlva
December 17, 2016
My deepest condolence to the whole family. Cecile and I pray for him and wish his family the very best.
Sorry we will not be able to make the service but I am picking my sons family at the airport
December 17, 2016
may the family find comfort during this difficult time. 2 corn 1:4.
Gabriela Cruz
December 16, 2016
Dearest Sammy,
You leave a legacy of a life lived to its fullest! You were passionate about everything you did. Through the good, the challenging and super-challenging you truly cared for those whom were a close part of your life. Even for those you didn't know, you gave your time and helped them - you used to love doing Meals on Wheels every Tuesday! You bonded with all to whom you delivered. You loved Christmas and a tree full of lights! We had many years together and I am grateful for that. You loved your kids and grandkids with all your being, and that's how much they love you back. Rest In Peace and know that you will always be in our hearts.
Love,
Gabriela and Francesca
Paige Bay
December 16, 2016
Where to begin...you were an amazing dad who gave me such unconditional love!! Your heart was as big as this whole world! You fought so hard for a whole year and fought hard until the end and never gave up!! Your strength is something that will keep me going and get me through this! I know you are looking down not wanting me to be sad and devastated, well that's not going to happen! You will forever be in my heart and gosh how I miss your phone calls and how we would go on and on about yummy food and your funny stories!!! You taught me to show love through cooking and I will continue to pass that on to my kids. I love you forever and always, Dad!! ~Paige
VINCENT ALFANO
December 16, 2016
I will miss my little brother more than words can say.i was very proud of him and all his success. your brother BO
Chris Baker
December 15, 2016
Sammy was a great mentor and dear life long friend. I have such great memories playing golf, deer hunting and spending time at the bay house with Sammy.
December 15, 2016
Miss you already Senior.
Tina Reeves
December 14, 2016
So sorry to hear
December 14, 2016
Sorry for your loss. Carolyn please call me.832 452 8855 I know Sammy was great help to you. Dino you are in our thoughts and prayers We love you, Genie Alfano, Frank Coleman and Jamie
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