Samuel Anthony Massaro, III, beloved son, brother and father, left earth for heaven on December 20, 2013. He was born on February 9, 1960. Sam fought his COPD, complicated by the flu and pneumonia, valiantly. Sam is survived by his mother, Virginia; sister, Deborah; sons, Samuel IV and Lyhue; daughter, Jennifer; step-daughter Cassi West; granddaughter, Isabella Rose and a whole host of aunts, uncles and cousins who all miss him tremendously. Sam's furry children, Doberman, Linus and alley-cat, Lucy miss him too. Sam loved his family and his many friends very much and we are so blessed because of his strength of character and generosity with his time and talents. When he was well he could fix anything. He always had time for everyone in his life. As of late, he would "get his Jesus on" by watching Joel Osteen every Sunday. Services will be held at Forest Park East, 21620 Gulf freeway, Webster,Texas 77598, (218) 332-3111 on Saturday, December 28, 2013 with visitation at 10:00 a.m. and a service of Christian burial at noon. After burial a reception will follow at Forest Park East.