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1979
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2016
Samuel Lewis Obituary
Samuel Russell Lewis, age 37, died on February 14, 2016 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Sam was born in Safford, Arizona on January 22, 1979. He married Anna Rebecca Knudsen on November 2, 2013 in Park City, Utah. Their marriage was recently solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple.
Sam loved to play the guitar and sing, loved soccer, rugby, rafting, snowboarding, hiking, camping, and any outdoor adventure. He was known as a dare-devil, doing gainers off any cliff. He had a deep spiritual side and developed a connection with his Apache heritage, leaving life-long friends there. He was greatly loved for his compassion, aliveness and ever present smile. He will be very, very, very missed. He is survived by his wife Anna, parents Lawrence and Barbara Lewis, siblings and their spouses: Mike (Michelle) Lewis, Andrea (Reid) Lewis, and Chris (Jessie) Lewis, and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2016 at the LDS chapel on 2555 Kilby Road, Park City, Utah at 11:00 a.m. Viewings will be held on Friday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the LDS chapel on 3408 Celeste Way, Salt Lake City, Utah, and also Saturday in Park City prior to the funeral services from 9:00-10:30 a.m. Interment will be at Holladay Memorial Park in Salt Lake City, Utah.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Anasazi Foundation, a wilderness therapy and recovery program for youth. Donations can be made to the Samuel Lewis Memorial Scholarship online at Anasazi.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Lewis
March 8, 2016
Dear Barbara and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son! What a vibrant personality and life he seems to have led. How wonderful that he and his bride were recently sealed in the temple. I send my love. Linda Reeves
Brooke Scott
February 20, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Sam's passing has been on my mind constantly since I heard about it and he will indeed be very, very missed. Love to Anna and all of the Lewis/Knudsen families.
Kathryn Teuscher Cooke
February 20, 2016
Sam's legacy will always remain. I will never forget his last bear hug I received from him at Kelly Carman's funeral a year 1/2 ago almost 2 yrs ago. I also, of course will never forget his adorable smile. I first met Sam when he was just a youngin around 13-14 yrs of age. He went to Wasatch Jr. High w/ my best friends sister Aimee White; I happened to be living w the Whites that year of my high school. So, lots of Aimee's friends would be over hangin out
Scott Trevino
February 20, 2016
I am so sad to hear of Sam's passing. Some of my best memories of childhood are from spending time with Sam hiking, skiing, snowboarding, swimming, playing sports and camping at Lake Powell. Sam and I would laugh for hours at a time until our faces and sides hurt. He was a funny guy and when i was feeling down, he could always cheer me up. His smile alone could cheer anyone up. In recent years Sam and I reconnected and would periodically talk on the phone. He was always positive and encouraging and I am grateful for his support. I enjoyed seeing his many adventures on Facebook and Instagram. Sam was a very unique individual and touched the lives of many. He will be missed. My heart goes out to the Lewis family and to his wife.
February 20, 2016
How grateful we are for forever families. We love the Lewis and Knudsen families and send our deepest condolences. Sam will truly be missed.
Larry and Margery Clark
February 19, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Kathy lattin
Jean VanderToolen
February 19, 2016
Anna, I was so saddened to hear the news. I know how much you loved each other. My love and prayers go to you. I know you will together forever. Love Jean
Val & Nancy Swenson
February 18, 2016
We always loved seeing Sam and his especially his infectious smile. Our daughters, particularly Kathrin, remember him also and how kind he was. He will be missed. Our sincere love and condolences to you.
Carla Coonradt
February 18, 2016
My heart breaks for the Lewis and Knudsen families. Sam was always so generous with his smiles and friendship. What a terrible loss for us all.
Faye Bell
February 18, 2016
what a glorious smile! it lit up the entire chapel. The story is not over, Sam. My sincerest sympathy to Anna in her loss of her companion, the very-much animated Sam. The ward will miss him and I am glad I met him.
Penny Murphy
February 18, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Sammy was in the Sunday School Presidency in my ward. Sending prayers to his family.
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