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Samuel Greene Obituary
Sam is survived by his wife Lesley Caulkins of Norwich; and his son Samuel Greene Jr. of Ledyard; his parents, Dianne Halleck-Strycharz and Edward Strycharz of Ledyard; and his sister Helen (John) Vennari of Pawcatuck. Sam's impact extended to the next generation through his nephew Logan Vennari; and niece Aurora Vennari, both of Pawcatuck.
A funeral service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, at the Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames Street. Interment will take place at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Norwich. There are no visiting hours. As we remember Sam's life, let us not only reflect on the challenges he faced but also celebrate the passions that brought him joy. His love for sports, was a vibrant aspect of his character, and left an indelible mark on those who knew him. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to organizations supporting addiction recovery, acknowledging the challenges Sam faced and the broader impact of addiction on individuals and their loved ones. Together, let us honor Sam's memory by contributing to the support and resources critical to those battling addiction. Please visit www.byles.com to sign the guestbook or share a memory with the family.
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for Samuel Greene
Sponsored by Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton.
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Jenn Danehy-Shaw
January 4, 2024
My Friend.. You have held a special place in my heart ❤ for 30 years . You and I shared so many great memories. You were an amazing person and will be forever missed . Thank you for all the laughs . You’re free now, Spread your wings and fly . I LOVE YOU DEARLY . Jenn Danehy-Shaw
Brit Chavez
December 31, 2023
You were a dad to me and gave me the best little brother I could ever imagine. Your impact on my life as a little girl was greater than I think many people realized. You bought me my first kitten, man did that make me happy. You taught me how to eat a sandwich without getting mayo all over my cheeks haha. I'm going to miss you and I promise to be there for Junior whenever he needs me. I love you always. And if anything good came out of this, I'm glad you're no longer struggling. Until we meet again ❤
Veronica Ogorzalek
December 27, 2023
Sam was a gentle soul and will be missed!
Cindy Tudisca
December 24, 2023
So sorry for your loss Helen and family. May you find peace in the memories.
Claire Warren
December 24, 2023
Thank you so much for sharing the story of Sam, and his struggles with addiction. Too often we are left to "assume " and I am so grateful you are sharing his story for the community. Addiction touches us all. It is not an ugly little secret, it affects every member of our society. So sorry for your immeasurable loss off a beloved son, brother, father, husband, uncle, nephew, friend. And thank your for showing us a multilayered man, lost to a terrible disease.
Claire Warren, MD
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