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Samuel S. DiMaria

Samuel DiMaria Obituary

A children's minister, known by many as Uncle Sam, of Kids Jamboree, he went to be with the Lord on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008. He was 80 and a loving husband, father and grandfather. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Monday, Jan. 14, was from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting resumes at the funeral home on Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 10 a.m. until religious service at noon. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. He is survived by his wife, Nila DiMaria; daughters, Denise and her husband, the Rev. Russell Domingue, and Gina and her husband, Dr. Mark Forrest; son, the Rev. Mike DiMaria and wife Ellen; sister, Doris; brother, Charlie; best friend, Buddy Lindsey; and 12 grandchildren. Since 1970, he ministered to children in the Baton Rouge area and around the world through television, radio and Camp Spring Waters. He will be missed by many.

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Published by The Advocate from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Samuel DiMaria

20 Entries

Anthony McPherson

December 13, 2023

I used to attend his services in Baton rough and was baptized by him at the camp he had for kids (I was an adult)

Eddie Guidry

January 21, 2008

Denise, Rusty, Mr. Buddy,
I read about Uncle Sam and I just want to give you my condolences and tell you that you and your family are in my thoughts. Having experienced a loss fairly recently myself (my older sister on 1/1/2008), I know that you are going through a very tough time right now, to say the least. There's a grand and glorifying lesson about life and unity in the human experience that arises from such a loss. We are forced to open our eyes to the true value of love and compassion that we experience in our daily lives, and we learn how the human spirit endures through the lives and memories of those we connect with. I guess what I'm trying to say is, in simpler terms, my heart goes out to you. I pray that closure, compassion, and peace fall upon you and your family. Uncle Sam was always an inspiration to me in my days at Lindsey's.

Terri and Donald Kring

January 20, 2008

Nila, Mike, Denise and Gina,
Donald and I just heard of Sam's passing this morning during church. I immediately started crying which quickly turned to laughter as we remembered all of the great times we shared as neighbors. From playing games at your kitchen table, the week of the hurricane and no power, to the secret redecorating of your home. We will miss Sam greatly. You and your families are in our prayers.

Barry Chickini

January 18, 2008

I was with great sadness for us all but great joy for Uncle Sam that I learned of his passing. I worked with Sam and his radio ministry many years ago when I lived in B.R. and N.O. I have a picture in my bookcase of him and I together years ago when I was visiting and I am thinking how much I will miss him even just knowing he is no longer with us. My outstanding memories are taking car rides with him because I never knew where I would end up! I met more wonderful people through Sam!

Carol and Will Sawyer

January 16, 2008

Dear Nila and Family,

We remember when you all came into BR from CO back in the 70s. We thank God for the privilege of working with you all in CJM and Kids Jamborees. We remember Sam as a dear friend and a man of God. May the peace of God be with you. All our love in Christ Jesus.

James Roan

January 16, 2008

Mike, Aunt Dee and Family, you know we love you very much and appreciated Uncle Sam in so many ways. We are praying for you all. Love you much...The Roan Family (James, Patricia, Stephanie, Christian and (Dan).

Al Landry

January 15, 2008

Uncle Sam was a dear friend and brother in Christ and a wonderful man of God. His smile and kindness was beyond compare. He brought joy whereever he went and I will miss him dearly and cannot wait to be with him in heaven.
Aunt Dee, Mike, Gina and all of you in the family I know how much he loved all of you and you him.

With the Love of Jesus...Al and Nancy Landry

Craig Hyland

January 15, 2008

Aunt Dee, Gina, Denise & Mike,
We loved your Dad and praise Our Lord Jesus for his ministry. He was always there for us and greatly influenced my daughters in the ways of the LORD.
He served his Master well.

Thelma Norris

January 15, 2008

Mike, I am so sorry to hear of your father's death. My prayers are with your family. You and Ellen will always be special to me.

Terry Starks- Dominique

January 14, 2008

With Deepest Sympathy

Bob & Tracy Wood

January 14, 2008

Dear Family:
We are so saddened to hear the news of Uncle Sam's passing. He was such a blessing in our lives, particularly to Tracy during such an important time in her life, for which we will be forever grateful. May God bless you all and give you peace at this difficult time.

Robin Guy Lawson

January 14, 2008

Aunt Dee, Gina, Denise, Mike and family,
What a dear man Uncle Sam was. He had a genuine concern for the salvation of children and adults alike. I worked at the camp one summer and he is forever in my memories. He was one of a kind and will be missed.

Lauren Stack

January 14, 2008

Uncle Sam was always a bright spot in my years with Kids Jamboree. He blessed my life as well as many others. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Lauren (Meriwether) Stack

Loren (Sandifer) Smith

January 14, 2008

Uncle Sam was a wonderful man and truly made a difference in this world. What a blessing Camp Singing Waters was to me and so many others. He will definitely receive his award in Heaven! May God give your family comfort and happy memories during this time.

Susan Phillips

January 14, 2008

Dear Nila and Family,
We are sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Sam. We rejoice though in knowing we will see him again, and very soon, we believe. He was a great friend to Wayne and I,and will be greatly missed. We're sorry that we were unable to attend the funeral, we would have loved to seen you and the family again. God Bless, Love, Wayne, Susan and Grace

Clifford Johnson

January 14, 2008

Dear DiMaria Family,

I just want you to know that our prayers and thoughts are with you through this time of transition for Uncle Sam. May you have peace and even joy for him through this time.

Chere Viger Sweningson

January 14, 2008

Denise, What a wonderful, vibrant, giving and influential man your dad was to all those around him. I was blessed by knowing him. I'm thinking about all of you.
Love, Chere

Miranda Smith

January 14, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Sam's death. I only met him a few times, but Jennifer and Katy Leach spoke of him often. Rejoice for he is with the Lord. I love you and your family Big Mike.

Dan & Charlene Andrews

January 14, 2008

A truly loving, wonderful man and friend. He will be sorely missed. I pray God Bless and comfort his family and friends.

Elvin Augustus

January 14, 2008

To Uncle Sam's family,
I remember watching Kids Jamboree on tv and thought what a good thing this was for children and adults alike. No doubt Uncle Sam has great treasures awaiting him in heaven.

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