Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1941
DIED
2021
FUNERAL HOME
Samuel Doak Obituary
PORT JEFFERSON — Samuel Robert "Bob" Doak Jr., age 79, of Port Jefferson, passed away January 13, 2021 at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton.
Bob was born July 2, 1941 in Sidney, to the late Samuel Robert Doak Sr. and the late Mildred (Welbaum) Doak. He married Barbara (Lightle) Doak on October 8, 1960, and she survives in Port Jefferson. Also surviving are sons; Robert Wayne (Donna) Doak of Sidney, Kenneth E. (Eva) Doak of Sidney, grandchildren; Andrew Doak Titeka Richardson, Bryan (Nikki) Doak, Kyle L. (Kelli) Doak, Benjamin Doak, great-grandsons; Wyatt James Doak, Samuel Kenneth Doak, Huxley Edward Doak and brother, Daniel (Martha) Doak of Holly Hills, Florida, nephew, David (Lisa) Doak, niece, Annette Madden of Holly Hills, Florida, four great nieces and one great nephew.
Bob worked for many years for the Sidney Fire Department, Shelby County Fire Department, Quincy Fire Department and Port Jefferson Fire Department. He retired after 20 years of faithful service from Wilson Health, Sidney. Bob loved his life working for the various fire departments and listening for his pager so he could help his fellow man. He was an avid fan of NASCAR. He loved Barbara deeply and they were married over 60 years. His greatest joy was spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandsons. Bob had many friends and extended family, who all loved him so much! He will always be remembered for his big smile and for being so ornery.
There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held on Friday, January 22, 2021 at Glen Cemetery in Port Jefferson. Time of service is at 10:00 a.m. with Pastor Dave Clem officiating.
Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Road, Sidney, has been entrusted with all funeral arrangements.
On line memories may be made to www.theadamsfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Doak
2 Entries
Ryan Freistuhler
January 18, 2021
You will be missed and always loved. I will always have a spot in my heart for Bob. I have known him and his family my entire life. He was always a joy to talk to and to joke around with. You were a great person. Rest in Peace our former firefighter.
Lorie Gregory
January 14, 2021
I will miss Bob very much he was like a second father to me. He always made me smile. He was always there when his his family or friends needed him. I Will Miss him
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Samuel Doak's name
Memorial Events
for Samuel Doak
How to support Samuel's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Samuel Doak's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
