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Samuel McLEOD Obituary

MCLEOD, Samuel Samuel Victor McLeod, 26, of Stafford Springs, CT, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday (February 1, 2011). He was born in Meriden, CT, son of Frank H. and Barbara (Achino) McLeod. Sam worked as a sheet metal worker for the sheet metal worker's local 40. He was a member of the Stafford Springs Congregational Church. He was also an avid Harley enthusiast. He was a very caring person and touched many people's lives. Sam is survived by his beloved wife, Krystle (Yelle) McLeod; his parents, Frank and Barbara McLeod; three sisters, Heather Colton, Maghan McLeod, and Mary Keeler; paternal grandmother, Mable Williams; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Beverley Yelle; sister-in-law, Victoria Yelle and her fiance David Meager; his best friend, Steve Syphers; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends; and his three dogs, Harley, Abby, and Noel, and two cats, Lucky and Trent. He was predeceased by a sister, Sherry Mangiofico. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, February 6, 2011 from 5-8 p.m. at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. His funeral service will take place on Monday, February 7, 2011 at 5 p.m. at the Stafford Springs Congregational Church, 3 Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. Burial will be in In Memoriam Cemetery, Wallingford, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Rd., Newington, CT 06111. For online condolences or directions, please visit: www.introvignefuneralhome.com

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Published by Hartford Courant from Feb. 5 to Feb. 6, 2011.

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Kristen Tommaselli

February 10, 2011

Sam, I remember hanging out in your backyard with you and Mary. You were always soft spoken but your eyes said it all. I wish I could have been there to say goodbye. You are in my prayers as well as your mother and sister. Kristen Gonzalez Tommaselli

Sarah Lusa

February 9, 2011

Sammy you were a pleasure to live next to.Always greeting me and my kids with a big smile.You will be greatly missed.Mine and my boys hearts go out to your family and to you Krystle.I will always remember the day when you were helping me snake my toilet and also when the boys showing you what they had learned in football. Sarah,tyler,Macin and Raven

February 9, 2011

I am so very sorry to Krystle and Sam's family.I would have really liked paying my last respects to Sam and his family.I was not sure when the wake was nor the funeral.I Live next door to Sam and Krystle and they were the best and most friendliest people.I would come home from my sons football practises and Sam would would be outside smoking and he always greeted us so happy and full of life.He would ask my boys what they had learned and if they would show him hmm.I have very found memories of Sam.Sam will be greatly missed.My heart goes out to his wife Krystle and the rest of Sam's family.Love Sarah Lusa and tyler,Macin and Raven.

Robert Mastrangelo

February 9, 2011

Sammy my friend, you will be truly missed by myself and all who were fortunate enough to get to know you. My condolences to your wife and family.

BARBARA&ROY HANEY

February 9, 2011

TO THE MCLEOD FAMILY,OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL,

Cindy

February 8, 2011

Sam was a wonderful and kind helpful person. He helped many people in and out of the rooms. A special person who will be missed. "They are not gone, who live within us".

Marge Ferreira (Brown)

February 6, 2011

Frank & family,
My prayers are with you..so sorry for your loss

Phil Poggio

February 6, 2011

Frank and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sorry for your loss.

Jim Derosier

February 6, 2011

Krystle & Family
Lost a friend recently, though it had been awhile , I remember his sense of humor and that laugh How he loved his pets . and the sweet girl he had married must be so hearbroken. Rest in peace Sam, your memory will live on always.....

amy kilduff

February 6, 2011

to the Mcleod family and friends,i grieve with you...i did not know Sammy well,but his laugh was contagious and his light was so bright...he was a good and true person,and whenever i got the chance to be around him he made me smile and see things in a positive way...he was truly a God send to me at times and he didn't even know it!!! The world is a sadder place without Sammy in it..May God keep all of you in the palm of His hand as you go through this very difficult and dark time

Alicia Reddy

February 6, 2011

Sam you will be missed. I remember all the crazy times in chool and in the brentwood "jumps" I'm so sad to here about ur passing my heart goes out to your family

John McQuillan Jr.

February 6, 2011

So sorry for your loss.I enjoyed working. With Sam when we we're partners.He was a great kid and I'll miss him.

scott schutt

February 5, 2011

sammy you will always be rememered as the baddest bmxr alive... one of the many dudes i no wit a true heart for family n friends.. you will always be remembered nor forgottn!!! your life was taken way too long b4 it shood hav ben cald ur day! god bless you and your family sampson!!! R.I.P. buddy you will be missed madly! :*(

Laura Jamieson

February 5, 2011

No words can express the sadness of losing a child, my deepest sympathies to you Frank and Barb. To Krystle, cherish the wonderful memories you had with your beloved husband and keep him in your heart.

Just know that God will keep Sammy in his care until you all are reunited some day. God Bless.

Barb and Dee

February 5, 2011

Krystal, so sorry for you loss. Sam was a great guy. Our deepest condolences to his family also.

February 5, 2011

To all of Sam's family and friends....Our thoughts and prayers are with you..Taken from us far to early, in this time of sadness may you find comfort in knowing, the best part of Sam will never truly be gone...it will live on in those who's lives he touched...which with him, was everyone he knew. Truly a man with a gift of giving and making people smile...we are blessed to have had him to love...Thank you Sam for coming into our lives. With deepest sympathy, Terri (Rohan) Nelson, Colby and Jacqueline Rohan

April Waugh & Family

February 5, 2011

To the McLeod Family, my prayers are with you all during the hardest day of your lives, i didn't know sam, but threw a friend she told me all that had happend, my heart brakes for you all, i too lost a child and know all that you are and will be going threw, my god give you the strength to get a understanding as to "why", till then, please find the comfort in all who loves and loved your beloved son sam. God Bless you all....

First Baptist Church

February 5, 2011

Our depest sympathy to you and your family during this time. Please know we are here for you if you need anything, and you are in our prayers.

Connie Derosier

February 5, 2011

Sam, you were a great guy with a huge heart; what other guy would allow his picture to be taken with a poodle? We'll miss you. Lacy will miss you too. Rest in peace.

Krystle, no words exist that will help to ease your pain. Know that you are loved, and in the hearts, thoughts and prayers of many. Love, Connie and Kim

To Sam's family, our deepest condolences to you all.

Michelle Doulette

February 5, 2011

Our deepest Sympathy to you both and your family. Sam was such a nice young man Jean and I liked him quite a bit. He had a special way for making people laugh. He lives on in our thoughts and memories as he seemed always to love life. Keeping you in our prayers, Michelle Doulette and Jean Drouin

Erick Ponkala

February 5, 2011

Terribly sorry for your loss, Sam will be missed. God Bless!

Alexandra Levesque

February 5, 2011

Krystle, and family. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Sam was a great man and made everyone smile whenever he came to visit us. We will all miss him very much.

The staff at
T.S.I Harley-Davidson

Karen Johnson

February 5, 2011

In this terrible time of saddness, my heart goes out to you. Such a tragedy for all. Many memories are valued forever.

Cindy and Tracy Kent

February 5, 2011

To Krystal and all of Sam's family, Our hearts go out to you all in this time of great sorrow.God gave us only a short time with this beloved child.Sam was like sunshine to me and I will always remember him that way.
with love, Tracy & Cindy

Don and Sue McCann

February 5, 2011

Our deep condolences to the McLeod family. Sammy was a kind young man. He was a friend, and it was a pleasure to know and work with him. May his love of family continue to be felt by you all.

Jenn McMahon

February 5, 2011

To Frank, Barbara and all of the family. Sam was a wonderful person who touched the hearts of all those he knew. He will be truly missed and remembered always.

Phil Williams

February 5, 2011

To all of our family,Frank, Barb,Krystal we have sufferded agreat loss today,Sammy (aka) MOJO gave me many happy memories.He will be truly missed. Unc Phil and family

Peirce Family

February 5, 2011

God Bless you Sam. Krystal you know that we're all here for you. To Sams parents, I can't imagin losing a child, may you find strenght, love and comfort with your family.

February 5, 2011

To the McLeod family, Sam was a great person who loved to laugh. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. May you R.I.P Sam,
Love, Eric, Lori, Stefanie and Harlie Parent.

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