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1932
DIED
2017
Malcolm Streeter Obituary
Sam was born in Guilford on October 4, 1932 and spent most of his life in Westminster, VT. Sam graduated from Bellows Falls High School.
After high school, Sam went to Castleton State College and graduated with a degree in education, he received his Master's Degree from Keene State College. In college, Sam met Frances Towslee and they married in October 1954. Shortly after, he was drafted into the Army and was sent to Germany. Sam and Fran lived 2 years in Schweinfurt, Germany, before returning to Westminster where Sam began his time as teacher then teaching principal of Kurn Hattin Homes.
After over 30 years as principal at Kurn Hattin Homes, Sam retired to spend time on his true interest of designing and building homes. He started the Westminster Blasting and Building Company and remained active running the company until his illness. Sam served many years on the Westminster Planning Committee, the Westminster Institute Board, as well as serving a deacon for the Westminster Congregational Church and a trustee for Kurn Hattin Homes. Sam was voted the 2007 Citizen of the Year for Westminster, as well as being recognized by the VT League of Cities and Towns for his civic duty. Sam's many interests included music, with him playing the banjo and ukulele, reading, attending local town fairs and attending the events of his 13 grandchildren.
Sam Streeter is predeceased by Fran, his wife of 55 years, one brother Robert Streeter and his parents Lewis and Doris (Richmond) Streeter. Sam leaves his children: Lyle and Bill Holiday of Dummerston, Jane and Phil Savoy of Westminster, Lewis Streeter and Jennifer Stoner Streeter of Ghent, NY, Jessica and Robert Byrne of Clifton, VA, Cole and June Streeter of Westminster, and grandchildren: William, Daniel, Brieanna, Katelyn, Eric, Samuel, Maxwell, Zachary, Jacob, Madison, Nicholas, Joshua, and Alyson.
SERVICES: A Celebration of Life will take place at the Westminster Congregational Church on Saturday, April 1st at 3:30pm. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kum Hattin Homes Memorial Gifts P0 Box 127 Westminster, VT or Westminster Institute 3651 US Route 5, Westminster, VT C/0 Lori Miller
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David Cloutier
June 20, 2019
Mr. Streeter was the best teacher I ever had, as well as my favorite. I believe a great many other Kurn Hattin students feel the same way. I will always honor his memory.
David Cloutier
Class of 1959
April 16, 2018
God please bless this wonderful man and give him one of the best seats in your kingdom. He was a very special person that touched everyone's heart that know him. For me he gave me strength and courage when I needed it most. I graduated in 1973 at the Kurn Hattin homes from his class he was so well loved by everyone.
Theodore Nichols Oregon email:[email protected]
Mickey & Shelley Rentas
April 2, 2017
We are so sorry to hear about Sam. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jerry Bardwell
April 1, 2017
To the Streeter Family; I knew your father as both a teacher and a friend. When I was at Kurn Hattin the 60'/70's he always showed patience and kindness towards me. I was one of the lucky ones who got to go the House on Streeter Road and also to help him on various carpentry projects. The old barn on Rte. 5 is still a fond memory and I always look at that and think of him. In later years, he and I served together on the KH Board of Trustees. He will always have my unswerving admiration and respect. God's peace be on him and all of you. Your Dad would always sign his letters to me "As Always," and I shall do the same here. "As Always", Jerry Bardwell KHH Class of 1973.
Brian and Phyllis Parker
April 1, 2017
Sorry for your lost. May your memories last for every. Brian and Phyllis
March 31, 2017
To Sam's family, with a heavy heart and deepest sympathy Luke and I send our condolences to your whole family . May you find comfort and joy with all your memories as you go through this deepest sadness in your hearts. Sam was an amazing man and Luke and I respected him highly always enjoying his presence in our life.
May your fondest memories bring you comfort and blessings
Luke and Diane Bazin
Deborah Kissell
March 30, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the whole Streeter family. "Sam" was a wonderful man!
Cindy Hurley Shortt
March 30, 2017
Dear Family and Friends. I am so sorry for such a huge loss. He was my favorite Teacher way back in the 60's. A good caring kind man. I have always thought of him with alot of respect. His memories must be many. Enjoy them in this time of sadness. May he rest in peace. Sending you prayers. Cindy Hurley Shortt
March 30, 2017
I was a Resident in Kurn Hattin Homes as was my sister (in the 70's). Mr. Streeter was the one that I learned the most from. He even took me and a few others to his home for a brief visit. It was a real treat. AND I remember to wash my hands after using the bathroom ALWAYS because of him. Although we all pass - this sincerely makes me sad this world lost a wonderful beautiful kind sincere Man. Nancy (Batchelder) Band
Dennis & Debbie Albro
March 30, 2017
Sincere condolences to Sam's family, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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