Samuel S. Peden

Sam loved his job of getting the guys who tried to avoid paying taxes!

Sam Peden always gave of himself, he was larger than life. I first met Sam 46 years ago in Seattle and subsequently we both ended up in Portland. We worked in the same Revenue officer group for many years, he was a mentor, advisor, shared his wealth of experience, and he assisted me in the field when 2 RO's were required. After retirement the times I saw him we would reminisce about those days. Sam also loved to share a funny story and had a great laugh. My condolences to Coleen and his...

Sam was one of a kind. He loved his job with IRS and even more in his private business. He was always there to help if you needed it. He will be missed. I wish I could have been in town to attend his memorial service.

As an Enrolled Agent in private practice of tax preparation, I met Sam Peden around 2010. By that time Sam was a giant in taxpayer representation in the PNW. All of the practitioners I knew either referred clients to Sam for service, or sought Sam's guidance on how best to represent clients. Sam was very generous towards me and taught me all I know about the ethical representation of clients before the IRS. He helped SO many people. If you are not aware of his professional work in his later...

Sam was great guy and I will miss his friendship, guidance, leadership, counseling, advice and his sense of humor and thunderous laughter. I was blessed to know Sam over some 40 years as he was early instructor in the San Francisco Regional Training Center in the Haight Asbury district. We both served in many similar positions as our management careers grew in the Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle Districts. As my manager, I couldn't have ask for a better leader and role model. Sam...

Remembering you when we were young.

Sam Peden was first our neighbor, then our friend. His kindness was unmatched and he cared for others deeply and sincerely. He celebrated the successes and shared the burdens of those who knew him. His genuine smile and the twinkle in his eye will long be remembered. Thank you for your friendship, Sam.