Samuel "Sam" Avalos Jr.

Sam, I still think about our old climbing days in the Garden of the Gods.....you were such a tough dude.....!! I still miss seeing you.....

Meet Sam long after he graduated, don´t remember how or where, but we shared a common bond as I also was a 98 lbs wrestler at Wasson. He would run into him from time to time and we would catch on what we were doing. He always had a smile and such a positive outlook. I still think of him from time to time. My thoughts and prayers with you all, gone but not forgotten! Bernie

I knew Sam through Bowling with the AWBA (American Wheelchair Bowling Association)I had the honor of calling Sam a true friend and fierce competitor when it came to Bowling. I will always remember when Sam won the Las Vegas Tournament not so long ago and I was proud to see him victorious in that tournament. The Colorado Springs as well as many other tournaments have definitely lost a great bowler and sportsman. You are playing with the great one Sam and never say never. I will miss you very...

I was saddened to hear of Mr. Avalos' passing. I remember sitting in his English class at Emerson many many many years ago. He was such an encouragement to me. He was my inspiration to write and even enjoy it. He will be missed

Michelle Streiff-Wilmot

I attended irving and mitchell from 1996-2002 and he was one of my favorite councelors. I'm sorry for this news and wanted to say a thank you to him for all the help through my difficult school years. He'll be missed.

Sammy you are going to be missed. I know that smile of yours will help to add a little more light in heaven. Good bye friend.

I am sorry to hear that Sammy passed away. I was a wrestler at Wasson when Sammy was in 9th grade and Nick was a sophomore. Their mother showed so much passion when they competed and I will never forget them. Sammy was so shy and quiet, but I can truly say that he had a heart of a lion after his accident. We are all blessed to have known him.

Dearest Diane, Mr. Avalos and Nick,
I was so saddened when I read of Sam.It's been a long time since I've seen you (Diane)but I can remember days at your house with your brothers as clear as day. Your all in my heart and prayers.

I attended Irving from 1989-1992. Mr. Avalos was my English teacher for two years. I remember him well because my older brother also had him as a teacher at Emerson. Sam was a great guy, we could always talk about things and he was always there to help me out. He was an outstanding teacher and I wasn't such a great student but he helped me at that time and I was very thankful for that. I will always remember him because he was one of the best teachers I ever had. He will be missed...