Survived by his wife of 70 years Florence, children David (Francesse), Paul (Debbie), Bruce (Aline), Andrea (Mike), daughter-in-law Sonia, twelve grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Predeceased by son Gary, great grandson Gary, brothers Jim (Mary) and Bill (Ruth), sister-in-law Lori; survived by brothers Roy (Joan), Bob and sister-in-law Barb. Sam lived an extraordinarily full life, a life that touched hundreds of people through his involvement as a cyclist, hockey coach, swim coach, dog handler/judge. Sam was an active member of the Hamilton Sports Council and Past President of the Hamilton Kennel Club.
Cremation has taken place; a celebration of life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations to the Kidney Foundation or St. Peter’s Hospital Palliative Unit would be appreciated.
