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Samuel Tripodi Obituary
Samuel F. Tripodi, 87, of Ithaca, NY, passed away August 27, 2016. Born to Anthony and Maria Tripodi, he is predeceased by his parents, his brothers, Franceso and Dominick Tripodi; his sister, Connie (Bob) O'Neil, and his wife, Leora (Swayze) Tripodi. Sam is survived by his daughter, Diane Tripodi; his son, David Tripodi; his daughter-in-law, Laurie Robinson, and several nieces and nephews.
Sam was an extremely hard worker his whole life having his first job at the age of 11 selling newspapers. He then worked at Ocello's Shoes as a cobbler which allowed him to pay for his pilot's license while still in high school. Sam had a life-long passion for aviation and would often recall stories of flying out of what is now the Hangar Theatre. Sam was in the Navy on the USS Pocono during the Korean Conflict. Upon return to Ithaca, he worked at NYSEG for over 35 years where he continued to demonstrate a strong work ethic.
Sam was a gifted craftsman having built his own house and many beautiful furniture pieces. He loved photography, music and traveling. Sam was a long-time member of the Elks Lodge #636. He was the Exalted Ruler four times in 1986, 1987, 1988, and 2004. In 1993, he was the District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler. Sam was also a member of the Lansing Lions and Knights of Columbus. Sam worked on many charitable projects particularly for the Immaculate Conception School and Church where he was an usher for decades.
Sam was a loving father and will be missed. His family would like to extend their appreciation to Dr. Kuntz and the Guthrie Medical Staff, as well as the Staff at Longview for their excellent care.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 10am at the Immaculate Conception Church. Friends may call Wednesday, August 31, 2016 from 4-6 pm at the Bangs Funeral Home where members of Elks Lodge #636 will conduct services at 5:45 pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Immaculate Conception School, 113 N Geneva Street, Ithaca, NY14850, in Sam's memory.
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Lori Owens
September 6, 2016
Diana, so sorry to hear of your fathers passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Don & Joan Burgett
August 31, 2016
Dear Diane and David: We were sorrowed to learn of your father's death. He, Lee and the two of you were such a wonderful part of the West Hill Community. Lee worked with Don in the Registrar's Office at Cornell for many years. Sam will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Banfield
August 31, 2016
Diane and David, I was both shocked and saddened to hear of you loss. I remember many trips to the aviation show after mass. He was a great man and a better father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
DORIS FULLER
August 31, 2016
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE TRIPODI FAMILY AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME.
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Gay Huddle
August 30, 2016
I am so very sorry about Sam's passing. I met him through my Dad's friendship with Sam's cousin, Dom Tripodi. Sam was such a nice man ~ I always thought he had a twinkle in his eye, and he always had a friendly, cheerful word whenever we would see each other. My thoughts are with Sam's family at this sad time.
Sincerely,
jean Rightmire
August 30, 2016
Sending condolences from the Lawrence family
Shirley Wells-Allen
August 30, 2016
Diane so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing away. He was a great man ! All my love too you! Xoxo❤
Rosemary Cullivan
August 30, 2016
Diane-
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I have very fond memories of your Dad. May a lifetime of memories carry you through this time.
Rosemary Cullivan (Ciaschi)
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