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Sam Savoca Obituary

Sam Savoca Entered rest on August 4, 2010 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of the late Dorene Savoca; loving father of John (Tamara) Savoca and Carole (Tony) Savoca-Horton; brother of Nickie Grant, Mary Beal and Tom Savoca; brother-in-law of Jean Dahl; uncle of Gary (Susan) Dahl and Jeffrey Dahl; lifelong friend of Vic Baiocchi and survived by other loving relatives and friends. WWII US Army Veteran, Honorary Mayor of Hermosa Ave., Pacifica and proud member of many Social Organizations. Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Service, Sat., Aug., 14th, 11:00 a.m., Garden Chapel, 885 El Camino Real, So. S.F., Contributions may be made in memory of Sam Savoca to Pathways Hospice Foundation, 585 North Mary Ave., Sunnyvale CA 94085. Condolences may also be made at www.gardenchapel885.com. Garden Chapel Funeral Directors (650) 583-2510

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Aug. 8, 2010.

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Alena Jobe

August 13, 2010

I will always remember Sam for his humor and green thumb. My babies will always remember the dead animals on his walls. :-) Love and prayers go out to my Daddy and Carole and the rest of the family.

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Christina Galliano

August 12, 2010

Sam was an important part of my growing up years. He always found the positive in people and situations. Our family loved Sam - he was a loyal friend to my dad, Al. He will be missed. Rest in Peace, Sam.

Karen Belieu

August 11, 2010

There are never the right words to say at this time. I have wonderful memories of family gatherings or just when Uncle Sam would stop by to say hello to my mom (Ann his sister). He was always a pleasure to see and always had a big smile on his face, something I will never forget. While our hearts are filled with sadness, may we always have happy memories of times spent together with a wonderful man who has touched so many lives. I will miss you Uncle Sam. Karen Belieu, Anchorage, Alaska

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Matt Tabarracci

August 11, 2010

I worked with Sam at Alart mechanical,he was a positive influence on me.he was always there if I needed advice.I bought his 1974 Blazer about 15 years ago and still have it.It seems like yesterday that He and Vic would be teasing me about something I did wrong.I will not be able to attend the service but i will never forget Sam and how much he did for me.He will be missed.

Sheri Russell

August 9, 2010

Sam: I will miss you my dear friend, it won't be the same without you. you were a hoot to know and there is no one else like you.I love you dearly and I will miss you . my thoughts and prays are with the family at this time

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