Sam Lomheim

January 12, 2023 ... I was a piano student of Sam's in the early 1970's, then set it aside for high school. As an adult, I toyed with the piano now and again, always wanting to resurrect my playing.

Two years ago, my husband bought me a keyboard. What was I to play? Well, the sheet music that Sam created for me way back then, of course! I had tucked away my binder of his songs and carried it around with me for almost 50 years.

During these past two years, I have been joyfully renewing my acquaintance with these songs. Every time I do, I think of Sam. I just hopped onto Google to see if I could learn anything about him and came across his obituary. I realize it's not surprising, given the years, but I was still saddened.

Wherever you may be now, Sam, thank you with all my heart for this beautiful gift you gave me ....

Shirley, Kristine, Paul and the rest of the Lomheim family;
I only recently learned of the passing of Sam. It really doesn't matter how old or what condition our parents/spouses are in when they leave us, it is difficult and leaves a saddness and hole in our heart and in our life. I know as I lost my dad on November 7/07 and it was a great loss to us. My heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers to the family.
Maureen Melnyk (Maxwell)

Karen, Ken & Family; I just learned of your dad's passing. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Karen and Ken Berg,Sorry to hear about the passing of your dad.My mom had mentioned it to us when we were in Saskatoon last week.We haven't been in touch for years hope you and your family are well.Drop an e mail sometime and we can get caught up.I see Paul from time to time.Love Cathy!

Dear Shirley, Paul and all of the Lomheim family. I was so sorry to read of Sam's death. Sam was a legend to the Seaborn family, and many stories were told by my dad, Trevor (Scoop) Seaborn and his brothers Ron and George. Thank you for remembering my grandmother, Hester, in Sam's obituary. She was very proud of Sam and the effort he put into his music. I know you will miss him greatly and that Sam and his music will live on in your hearts.

Shirley, Karen, Mark and all of the Lomheim family, I am so sorry I was unable to attend the memorial service so that I could tell you my memories of Sam in person. He was a talented man with a wonderful personality and I know you will miss him greatly. Based on the members of the family I have had the pleasure of knowing, you have much love and happiness to share with each other and I know he will live on in your hearts, minds and souls.

Mrs.Lomheim, Kris and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our loved ones are never truly gone...they live on in the hearts, minds, and memories of family and friends. May these memories comfort you in your time of grieving. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take good care.
Fondest regards,

To Kris, girls & Family
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you at this time. He was a great guy, I loved listening to him play in his room in the basement on Dufferin or singing along to his tunes at the Cork & Bottle. I am honoured to have met & listened to the music of such a talented man.
Sincerely ,
Bonnie

Kathy and family: Our thoughts and sympathies are with all of you at this time of your loss.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
C & D Stahl

to Paul and all his family our sympathy to you and likely some of the most treasured concerts were family music take care

Dear Kris and family, My sincere sympathy to your family in the loss of your father. Sincerely, Trudy(McPhee) Retzleff and family

our deepest condolences to you and your family. I never had the pleasure of meeting sam, but from what I have read he was a very wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love your cousin's
cory,Mom (mady)

Paul
May the memory of your Father live on with every note you play until you meet again.

We're so very sorry to hear about the death of SAM.

We'll always remember him and Shirley during our family re-union in High River , Canada four years ago.

Our deepest sympathy to the rest of the family and our prayers for the soul of SAM. May you rest in peace.

From : LEIF & FLORDELIS LOMHEIM
Steintrøa 9
3550 Gol , Norway
with ; OLA & GUNNHILD LOMHEIM
INGAR & MARGARETH
MARGUNN & PER ROAR
and the rest of the family here in Norway

Our deepest sympathy to the family on Sam's passing. Sam had a great gift as a musician and entertainer which he shared with all. We remember his radio days fondly and sitting around at events where Sam performed joining in on a great singalong that Sam would continue as long as you had the wind to keep singing.

Paul ,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. This time is difficult but we are sure you have many wonderful memories to cherish. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I remember sitting at the piano in the basement "studio", hearing his pen scratching out tunes for his students. And the mountains of coloured music... What an honour to have been taught by such a creative, talented man. He surely is teaching in the heavens... and the music will be beautiful! My sympathies to Mrs. Lomheim (our highschool librarian), and the family. Know that Sam's memory will stay alive through the talent he inspired...

I was sorry to hear about Sam's passing. I will always remember his piano lessons when I was young. Sam inspired everyone to play their best. I always enjoyed his talent and natural ability at the piano. We will miss Lumpy Lomheim.

John and I were happy to brighten your day with songs as we travelled from Prince Albert to Saskatoon this past December.

My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family, so sorry for your loss.

I was saddened by the news of Sam's passing. I loved every piano lesson I had with him on that blue piano surrounded by stacks of his music. I still enjoy playing out of his book and have begun showing my kids his method. I remember his kindness and patience. He showed me to love the piano. Thank you Sam.

To the best friend a person could have Kyra and her Husband Pat, and family. My deepest condolences,and heart felt sympathy go out to you and all the family. Love Glenna. (sis)

My condolences to your family on Sam's passing. I took piano lessons from Sam as a teenager, and he restarted the spark I had for playing. His quiet and unassuming nature coupled with his teaching techniques led me to continue playing when I was ready to quit. Although I hardly have time to play piano at all now, when I do, I can sit and go through the big binder of colorful sheet music I still have, all of which he thoughtfully prepared for his students, and still can play almost all of the songs - what a gift!
He was a wonderful teacher and will truly be missed.