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December 2, 2015
Miss you dad my dad my friend we are all going to be ok never the same but strong for you much love Audrey
Roger Radcliff
July 13, 2015
Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when the person had a profound impact on your life. Listen kid... was always followed by words of wisdom. The adventures I had while trucking with Sam will always be some of my fondest memories. He was one of the last "gypsy" truckers. I always said I went to the Sam's school of trucking. He will forever live in all the memories of those who knew and cared for him. He will be missed.
Chirstine and Eddie Bushner
July 13, 2015
Denise, John, Audrey and entire family.... We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of such a wonderful man, your father. Our deepest sympathies to Bunny and the entire Sam family.
Audrey Cashman
July 12, 2015
Mrs. Sam, George, Denise and Audrey,
It's been many, many years since I last saw Mr. Sam, but there's a memory that remains vivid in my mind. A memory of your house that was loud and filled with an abundance of love and laughter. May all of your memories help you through this sad time.
With sincere sympathy,
Sue Roth
July 11, 2015
In the early 70's-I went to LA for the first time and that is where I met Sam Sam. We were in a diner about 3am--which was "normal" in those days. I was with some people from Allentown and when we entered the diner we sat with another person from home; Sam and his entourage.
I didn't know too much in those days , but even then I knew I was in the presence of greatness.
That is the only time I ever saw him in person, but the light and kindness that eminated from him was something I could never forget. He was definitely in a league of his own with a light that can never be extinguished. A legend in his own time.
Words seem so inadequate to express my condolences to all who are now missing that larger than life man.
It must have been GREAT to have a Father like that. Wishing you all Peace and comfort.
Sue
Denise Sam Cali
July 10, 2015
Thank you Everyone for your memories and prayers. We loved our father very much but I never realized all the people he touched in so many different ways. You have helped us get through this very difficult time.
John Keller
July 10, 2015
Remembering Sam
My dad and Sam were good buddies,
Two men from an era gone,
But remembered for its glory, its gritty perseverance,
its raucous humor, its brotherhood of love.
Sam found success through the courage of hard work.
He struck down obstacles with the pure force of faith,
And enjoyed a life of charm, giving and sharing the love.
A big man with a big heart, a beaming smile,
And with such gentle steps of kindness did he pass,
Leaving thoughts of laughter and the love of family,
For many to remember and be soothed.
And my mom loved her cousins, the Sam brothers,
But Sammy Sam was special, big and booming voice,
Love beaming from every corner of his face,
Giving her and us the gift of joyful memories.
Back in the eighties when I lived in Arizona
We would always look forward and hope to see him.
My dad's eyes would light up, Sam was coming!
Driving his truck through the desert,
stopping at a dozen places to see
His people, his friends and his blood,
scattered over the land that he traveled unafraid,
with the grit to keep going,
Sharing his energizing laughter with us,
and with those others that he uplifted along the way.
July 8, 2015
Bob Stimpfle
July 8, 2015
Gigi and Jason, sorry to hear about your loss. Apologies for being unable to make the services. I hope you all stay strong for the family. I have been thinking of you. I had fun one time being mistaken for Sam Sam on the east side when I was first driving his car. Take Care
Barbara (Manley) Columbo
July 8, 2015
So sorry to hear the sad news. My sympathy to the family.
Rev. Afaf Atiyeh Darcy
July 8, 2015
Dear Family of Sam,
Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with all of you as you continue to live with the same strength that Sam lived life with. Our Pop and Mom have one more friend to spend eternity with. Msy his memory be forever. Love, Rev. Afaf Atiyeh Darcy
Danita richard Houser Huettner
July 7, 2015
Audrey,and family our deepiest sympathy and our prayers go out to you , in this time of loss of your father, maney will miss him so very much. Were allways here for you.god bless you.
Wendy Badre
July 7, 2015
Demise and John
Thinking of you during this very difficult time of life. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Always, Wendy and Mohamed Badre & Family
Angel Hanna/Tambe
July 7, 2015
It seems I knew him all my life. He looked like a Giant to me when I was little. His booming voice and sly smile were wonderful ! I hope he's up there with my father (Nick Hanna) and they're telling stories!!!
Beverly Watt
July 7, 2015
Sam was a great man a life long family friend!!! May he rest in peace
Barry Hanna
July 7, 2015
one of my most unforgettable characters
Linda Joseph Bendekovits
July 7, 2015
George, My deepest sympathy to you and your family.may God comfort you all during your time of sorrow.
Michael and Jenna Pireda
July 7, 2015
Bunny and family,
We were taken back and heart broken to hear this news. We will certainly miss the great stories he would so openly share about his life experiences, followed by his infectious laugh while at Mike and Sonya's pig roasts. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Michael, Jenna and Tyra Pireda
Johnnie Smith
July 7, 2015
Sam, I will always love and never forget you. I will have no one to share tennis stories with or tell me the stories of the road. You were one of a kind and my life was better just knowing you were part it. Please tell God to keep a pot of coffee ready for when we meet again. You were so big in my life from the time I was a little boy. I love you Sam and always will!
Kim Oliver
July 6, 2015
R.I.P. Sam. You will be missed by many.
Peg Grannetino/Schellhamer
July 6, 2015
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Sam Sam...I will always remember the things he taught me when I was young in the trucking business...I will always remember his strong voice..."Kid, listen to me...you gotta do it like this to make it in this business " He taught me a lot and always had answers for every dumb question I could ask. And always tried to help if I needed something. I will miss him. So sorry for your loss.
July 6, 2015
To the family: very sorry to learn of your loss : he was also one of the legends in the sixth ward and the Lehigh Valley. A true role model for many. Sincerely and God Bless, John and Anita Stevens
July 6, 2015
Dear Bunny and family, .I have great memories of Sam.He was a great boss to Richard but also a friend.He taught me to eat kibbe and lamb.Remember the belly dancers. Always remember hey kid how are you. So sorry for your loss.
Doris(Jones) Moore.
Kay Kurtz Vogel - Website Administrator
July 6, 2015
Sam Family:
The Louis E. Dieruff High School Alumni Association offers our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your father. May memories comfort you in your time of sorrow.
We posted an announcement to the condolences section of our local website to notify your fellow classmates ( DHS '68, '73, '75) of his passing.
In sympathy and in friendship.
Dieruff Alumni Association
Executive Board
www.dieruff-alumni.org
July 6, 2015
Dear Bunny & family.So sorry for your loss Sammy was a great guy ,and will be missed by many.With sympathy,Dianne Van Horn & Greg George Werley.
Susanne Luke
July 6, 2015
George, we are so sorry for your loss. Your father was a great man. I have a lot of great memories with him. He will be missed. Susanne, Jeff and Elaina Luke
esther azar
July 6, 2015
to the entire sam family,
we are so very sorry for your loss. our hearts ache for you and with you at this very sad time. our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
we will always remember when sam had the garage in the ally behind our house on tilghman st when we were growing up and whenever our mom would be making kibbee in the yard, he would yell "hey rose...are ya making kibbee?" oh, how he loved that kibbee!!
our love and deepest sympathy to you all.
the azar family
M. Rapoport
July 6, 2015
Mr. Sam was a really great guy. He was always very thoughtful and kind whenever we spoke. I am certainly saddened by this loss and my thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Cousin Jim "Puff" George
July 6, 2015
One of my fondest memories is when Sam and I drove his truck to Marshalltown Iowa when I was 18...over the years, we would reminisce about Marshalltown and Rocky's Pizza House! RIP
Nanci Bushner
July 6, 2015
George and Family - so sorry for the loss of your father/grandfather.
George Charles Jr
July 6, 2015
I'm deeply sorrowed by Sam's passing. When I saw him a few months ago, he looked younger than his age and as 'indestructible' as he had as I grew up. He had a good-natured gregarious nature that he showed his love through, and we were lucky to have had him as long as we did. I want to offer my continued love to my family at Sam's loss. I pray that the many warm memories of all the thing's that happened throughout our lives help in the healing from this loss. We're watching a generation pass, and it matters that we try to fill it's 'shoes' as best we can. God bless us all.
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