At the time of his passing, Sam was blessed to be surrounded by his loving family. Sam was born in Napoli, Italy where he raised his children and was loved by so many. He served the Italian Navy and used those skills as a professional diver.
Sam moved to the United States in 1994. Once he settled on the west coast of Florida he became a partner of Fortunato’s Pizza. For many years he was a fixture at the Tyrone Mall and had the pleasure of working alongside his son, Francesco.
In his happiest days Sam could be found cooking Sunday dinners surrounded by family and friends.
Sam was deeply loved and will be missed by his family and friends.
Sam was pre-deceased by his parents Salvatore and Anna, his brother Nicola and his nephew Matthew. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Robin, his sons Francesco (Sherry) and Savio. His siblings Maria, Nunzia, Giuseppina and Gennaro. Three grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews in both America and Italy.
In lieu of flowers please support hospice in his name.
To honor Sam’s love of the ocean he will be laid to rest during a private ceremony at sea.
August 21, 1954 – June 17, 2022
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