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SAM FAULK Obituary

SAM FAULK

Apr. 20, 1947 - Nov. 15, 2014



Sam Faulk, 67, of El Centro passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2014 of complications from Metastatic Melanoma in Escondido, CA.
He was born on April 20, 1947 in Ventura, CA and was married to Sandra Faulk on September 4, 1971 at Granada Hills, CA. Sam was a teacher from 1971 to 2008 with bulk of career at Holtville High School (1979-2008). He won multiple Championships in Football and Baseball, member of IVFCA Hall of Fame and Holtvilles "Green and Gold" Hall of Fame.
He was preceded in death by his father, Raymond and mother, Louise.
Sam is survived by his wife, Sandra of El Centro; son, Scott of Redlands, CA and daughter, Stacey of Valley Center, CA; 6 grandchildren.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at 10 a.m. at St. Pauls Lutheran Church in Holtville, CA.

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Published by Imperial Valley Press Online from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2014.

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Lee Roy Ligons

November 23, 2014

My condolences to the Faulk family. Mr. Faulk was a great man, teacher and coach. I will always be grateful for his help and guidance. Rest in Peace Mr. Faulk!

Sharon Burton

November 22, 2014

Sorry to hear of your loss, Sam was a wonderful man.My heart breaks for you & all family, may you find comfort in God.

john bishop

November 21, 2014

Sorry to here about Sam....I considered him a good friend...he helped me immensely over the years. My deepest condolences to the family, and may God give you peace!

Priscilla Barcenas

November 20, 2014

Words can't describe the loss of Sam. My heart goes to Sandy,Scott,Stacey. He was a great person a part of our family you will greatly be missed.

November 20, 2014

Sam was the greatest man!!! He loved his wife, family, the horses, and making people laugh!!! My Bookie & Water Aerobics buddy, I will miss him forever. God Bless Sandy & Family.

Douglas Rupp

November 19, 2014

A great man with a huge heart. I am very saddened to hear of his passing. My prayers go out to his family and friends.

Marcy Bingham

November 19, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Mr. Faulk was a great teacher and coach and he will be greatly missed by many.

David & Vickie Hawkins

November 19, 2014

R.I.P Sammy Our thoughts and prayers go to Sandy, Scott and Stacey.

Gloria Hernandez Meza

November 19, 2014

MY sincere condolences to the Faulk family, He was a great teacher at Holtville High, I was truly grateful knowing and working with him, May he RIP.

Jackie Tevault

November 19, 2014

Sorry to hear about Sam's passing. Best wishes to his family.

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