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Thomas SAMS Obituary
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SAMS, Thomas R. went Home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 27, 2012, his 70th birthday. Tom graduated from Garfield High School. He was united in marriage to Judy Eagle and to this union two sons were born. E-3 Sams, US Navy, served His country with honor. Tom had been employed with Champion Paper for 25 years. His happiest times were spent with his family, especially bowling and camping with his two sons. He also enjoyed playing golf and loved working alongside his sons, helping them with their landscaping business. Tom was a member of the Princeton Pike Church of God for many years. Survivors include his wife, Judy Sams; sons, Tom Sams and Rodney (Jackie) Sams; two brothers, Rick and the late, Brenda Sams, and Scott (Michelle) Sams; two sisters, Margie Hensley and Robin Pendergest; a loving aunt, Wilma Weber; mother-in-law, Iva Eagle; nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at the Colligan Funeral Home with Pastor Barry Clardy, Pastor Sam Luke and Pastor Simon Fussnecker officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Wednesday 10:00 AM til time of service at 11:00 AM. Online condolences to www.colliganfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Mark Inkrot
October 11, 2012
Dear Judy, I met you and Tom a few years back at Hyde's Restaurant and have enjoyed all of our conversations. I will remember Tom's smile and sense of humor. God Bless you.
October 4, 2012
Judy. We are sorry to hear about Tommy. Please know our prayers & sympathy are with you & your boys. We have good memories of our years on Derexa.
Jerry and Janet Little
MICKEY WILLIAMS
October 3, 2012
TOMMY WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM. TOMMY IS IN HEAVEN AND OUT OF ALL HIS PAIN ALL MY SYMPATHY
Fred Boggess
October 2, 2012
Judy,Tommy,Rod, So sorry for your loss. Tom was a great guy, many good memories,Love you guys, Freddy
Emma Howard
October 2, 2012
I am so very sorry to hear of Toms passing, my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Barbara Eagle
October 2, 2012
Judy, Tommy and Rodney - am so sorry for your loss. May you be comforted by all the love and prayers of family and friends - love, Barbara
October 2, 2012
Judy, Tommy and Rodney, We share many happy memories of years together with all of you. Tommy will be missed and we pray that your memories, good friends and most importantedly God's love will sustain you through this painful loss. We love you, Karen and Wayne Jones
Cristie Prince
October 2, 2012
It was my pleasure to have known Tom. I'm sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you.
JERRY CARR
October 2, 2012
my prayers are for the family of tom sams in their time of sorrow. I CONSIDERED TOM A FRIEND ,ALWAYS WITH A SMILE .TOM WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. JERRY CARR
Paul Grabel
October 1, 2012
I`m so sorry to hear about Toms passing Judy.
October 1, 2012
Judy, Tommy, and Rodney, we are so sorry about
Tom's passing. we will remember our good times
Together. Sincerely, Patty and Bill Rentschler
Crystal Marlow-Sams
October 1, 2012
Judy and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Tom was a good man and will be missed. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
-Crystal, Alex and Meagan Sams
October 1, 2012
I am sorry for all of us, as Tommy was a beautiful person. He was a true blessing. Margie
October 1, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss Judy. My prayers are with you.
Linda Wrampelmeier
carol wagers
September 30, 2012
I am sorry for your loss. The family will be in my prayers.
Dan & Amy Steed
September 30, 2012
Judy, Tommy and Rodney,
Amy and I are so sorry about your loss of Tom.He is now at peace and in the hands of God.
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