Samuel J. “Sammy” Privitera of Gates, NY died peacefully, Thursday, October 25, 2012 at age 78. Predeceased by his wife, Dee; he is the beloved father of Laurie (Don) Burns, Chris Privitera, and Karen Darrow; and loving grandfather to Ryan, Elaina, Sammy, and Jackie. He is also survived by his brother, Joseph (Trish) Privitera; sister, Maryann (Ralph) DiTucci; sister-in-law, Marcia Dieter; devoted friend, Dave Meyers; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Friends may call Tuesday, 4-8pm at the funeral home of ALVAH HALLORAN & SON, 2125 Chili Ave. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, 10am at Pearce Memorial Church, 4322 Buffalo Rd., N. Chili. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wilmot Cancer Center, or Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center.
