Samuel Kouri Obituary
Samuel Monsur Kouri, 83, of Suffolk passed away on September 6, 2025, after a battle with kidney disease. Sam was a retired school bus driver with Suffolk Public School District, avid fisherman, gardener and jack of all trades. He is survived by a loving wife, Margaret, daughters, nieces, extended family and friends. Sam was predeceased by parents John and Rachel, wife Delmar Ann and son Michael, and loving sisters, Catherine and Bettylou.
Sam will be remembered as a loving father, husband, uncle, grandfather, and friend who brought joy and laughter to many. He will be forever loved, forever missed and forever in our hearts.
There will be a private celebration of life.
The family asks that you consider making a donation to the National Kidney Foundation: https://kidneytribute.rallybound.org/inmemoryofsamkouri
Simply Cremation is assisting Sam's family with the arrangements.
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