Sam passed away suddenly on December 18th, 2017 in Victoria, BC. He was born on November 22, 1986 in Victoria, BC. Sam is survived by loving parents, Harry and Jan; brother, Wes (Nicole); Uncle Mike and Aunt Barbara (Derek) and Cousin, Alex (SiSi).
Sam attended UVic and obtained a BSc and went on to study Law. He enjoyed travelling, scuba diving, and could often be found working out at the Y downtown. Sam’s family and friends will greatly miss his beautiful dancing eyes, his gorgeous smile and his keen sense of humour.
A family gathering will be held at a later date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Harold
It’s been over half a century since we spoke although I was saddened to say the least to read about you and your families loss. Those who knew him left some incredibly moving tributes. My sincerest condolences.
I’m so terribly sorry for the immense lose that Sam’s family is feeling.
Sam’s generous spirit and kind soul will forever be remembered. He had the unique ability to make a connection with everyone he came across in life.
When Sam and I dated he quickly became a part of our family joining us on family outings, vacations and special occasions. We’ll always remember his contagious laugh and huge smile that would instantly put a smile on your face and make you forget about everything else.
In the years after our relationship we exchanged many emails and from those emails there was a comforting sentence written by Sam that always stuck with me. Although written so long ago it holds much more meaning for me today, “The only way you’ll lose me completely is by forgetting about me.”
I’ll carry these words and his memory with me always. Sam and his family will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Harry, Jan, Wes ~
Claire and I just heard the news of Sam’s passing. And although we did not know Sam well, like everyone, we were aware of the limitless love you share with your boys.
“To love and be loved in return”, is all that really matters to each of us.
Take solace knowing, that the love you shared in life with Sam, is eternal. You will carry his heart in your hearts, always, and Sam will forever carry yours.
We extend our most heartfelt condolences .. please know we are thinking of you.
Claire & Darrell Wells
Sam was the first person I met in law school. We were both lost and it was a joint effort to find the well camouflaged main building.
I remember Sam’s twinkling eyes and ironic sense of hunomor. We would study together late into the night first year and he was always so focused. He bravely put up with my chatting!
Although I did not get to know Sam well, I knew he was a kind and intelligent person.
My condolences to his friends and family.
Harry, it was with incredible sadness that I read Sam’s obituary at the Y the other day. I can only imagine what you and your family must be going through.
To you and your family, my deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son .
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Glen and Jannette told us and we were shocked .He will be missed.
May the memory of Sam live in your hearts forever
Jan, Harry, and Wesley,
Find solace in everyone’s love of Sam, and in the beautiful memories that Sam left with you. We cannot find adequate words to express our sadness, just tears.
Glen and Jannette
Harry, Jan and Wes, we were so terribly shocked and saddened to hear of Sam’s passing. We of course remember little Sammy racing around the CHEK TV newsroom as a young lad when visiting his Dad at work. We were very pleased to see him grow up to become such a fine young man. Again our deepest condolences.