Sam Waknitz Obituary

Sam, your whole family is outside right now. Im missing you like crazy. I don't know how I made it this year, but I did. You were right here with me the whole time.

One of these days Im gonna be with you again. We are to be together. I knew that on our first date.

Heres to another year...I miss you baby.

Love, Autumn Waknitz

I have only known Sam for a short awhile, but I'm so glad I got to meet him. He always knew how to brighten someone's day up; all he would have to do is smile. I will always cherish the wonderful memories I have of him. My thoughts and prayers are constantly with your family and Autumn, take care.

Kris & Chuck, You are thought of every day. We miss working for you and Sam. There are no words that I can say but by all who have written here you are so very special. You both are so loved by many. Sam was and still is 1 hell of a great guy! Take pride in knowing that you are wonderful parents who did a great job raising such a wonderful son!!!

I can't begin to tell you how much you are loved and missed. My life is fuller because you were a part of it.

Kaye

OUR PRAYS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU TAKE CARE AND SHARE ALL OF THE GREAT THINGS THAT SAM DID TO MAKE HIM THE GREAT GUY HE WAS

Kris, Chuck & Autumn - I am sure thinking of all of you, especially today. It seems like just yesterday, at Christmas time, when we were all waiting for you at Carl & Bedlo's to see Baby Sam for the first time. I remember how Chuck called him "My Sam". There are so many wonderful reminders out there-yesterday I saw a handmade wooden ferris wheel on someone's lawn full of flowers. Take care now.

Love,

LaDonna

Kris and Chuck, It seems that time has not made this any easier to do. I think about you alot, especially with the kids growing so fast. Even though everyone knows life is unfair I just cant seem to make sense of this. I want you to know that Will is struggling with this so much too. He just cant seem to find a way to tell you but I want you to know how much he loved Sam and misses him. There is still so much emotion in his voice when he talks about Sam. It breaks my heart and I think he worries that it will break yours too. It was amazing to watch Sam grow up and become the wonderful person he was. I think every parent wishes that they could have a relationship with their children like the two of you did with Sam. So give yourself credit for a job well done and remember kids learn by example and what an example you must have set to have raised such an outstanding person.

CHUCK & KRIS
I REMEMBER 21 YEARS AGO AUG. 18TH WHEN I GOT THE CALL ABOUT RYANS ACCIDENT & SEEING YOU COMING UP MY DRIVEWAY. THEN I GET A CALL FROM YOU ALMOST TO THE DAY 20 YEARS LATER IT WAS LIKE I WENT THRU IT AGAIN. SAM WAS LIKE ONE OF ARE'S.HE WAS LOVED BY SO MANY PEOPLE. I NO HIM & RYAN ARE IN GOOD HANDS WITH GRANDMA RUB. THEY ARE BOTH IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE THEN WHAT WE ARE.I MISS THEM BOTH DEARLY. I MISS YOU & CHUCK & STILL HAVE YOU & THE FAMILY & AUTUMN IN MY PRAYERS.LOVE YOU BOTH
JULIE

Chuck and Kris,
With tearful eyes we read Sam's memorial in yesterdays paper. We are all thinking of you and continue to pray for your strength. We love you both.
The McDowell's
Dick, Sandy, Judy, Mary, Chip and Julie

Hey baby. Im getting ready to head to your mom and dads. Gonna spend the week with them. Can't wait for your dad to make me coffee and your mom to vaccum around me!! And sweet Frank.

I can't believe its been a year since we lost you. I feel you in my heart every day. Strong. Stubborn.

Your perfect. WE were perfect. I can't wait to see you again.

Kris & Chuck
Almost a year now and I'm sure your pain is still as sharp as it was on the 29th. I've lost loved ones but not a child and I pray never to have that kind of sorrow. Please know that when I watch Tom and Tami I see how they hold on to both of you and try to protect you guys from more pain, they miss their little brother. Please let them honor and care for you both, just maybe making the load a little lighter. I pray for you both all the time and still see Sam's wonderful face. He truly left a legacy as you can tell by all the messages. You both should be proud of the young man you raised for the Lord.
Love and peace to you guys, Joyce and Dennis Noon

Sam - -Can hardly believe you've been gone from us for almost a year. Seems like just yesterday you were here making all who knew you laugh, smile, and feel happy. You have left an unbelievable mark on all of us. I have heard so many wonderful stories about you over the past year . .what a great Son, Brother, Uncle, Boyfriend and Friend you were. We all have an empty spot in our hearts for you. .hard to push it away some days. Somehow though when I am feeling my bluest a sign will appear showing you are still with me in spirit. It can be anything from a Woody Doll showing up at my feet, to Dixie Land Delight playing on the radio right as I start my car, to a Mopar Sticker on a truck passing by. .some would say these signs are all coincidental . . but I know it’s you, there by my side doing what you can to make me smile and not feel so sad. Until we meet again some day in Heaven I will keep watching for all the signs you throw my way.

I miss you . . .Your loving Sister . Tami

Received this poem below at a prayer service for GG ( . .By the way was she so excited to see you, bet you two are having some fun.)

And if I go
While you’re still here . . . .
Know that I live on
Vibrating to a different measure
Behind a veil you cannot see through.
You will not see me,
So you must have faith.
I wait for the time when we can
Soar together again
Both aware of each other.
Until then, Live life to its fullest !
When you need me, just whisper
My name in your heart
………..I will be there. Author Unknown

Baby...this is us...on our last night together...

Dear Kris and Chuck,
I know Sam meant the world to you and that the pain of losing him will never go away. It's hard to believe that it's been almost a year since that fateful day when I got the phone call from Margo that took my breath away. I hurt so bad for you then and I still do. Sam was a special young man--kind, outgoing, and incredibly handsome. The fact that he and I share the same birthday made him special to me too. His popularity was evident by the number of attendees at his funeral. I've never seen one so large. I don't know how to make it better for you or why it happened. All I can offer are my prayers that time will ease the pain, my everlasting friendship and love.

A year has almost passed and yet it seems like yesterday. I can remember calling your Mom, and Sam you'd answer and say Mom it's your best friend. I can't even imagine the pain your Mom and Dad have endured this past year. You were truely a trophy to your parents! We ask WHY??? A question we'll have to wait for the answer. God must of had some very special plans for you to take you at the prime of your life! You were after all one of God's special creations! You are missed by Oh so many!! Your smile would beam from ear to ear and light up the whole room!! I will never forget you!! We have to find comfort knowing your in a better place! But we still ask the question? Why You!!!

Kris & Chuck
When I think of Sam, I see the wonderful picture you had of him on the wall in your home, and remember how he enjoyed when you had potluck at your house. Remember the sparkle in your eyes whenever you talked about him, Kris, even when you were upset with him. Of course thinking of Sam, brings Frank to mind.....will always smile when I think of the day that he chewed up my shoe. I realized that day what really precious friends you are to me.
Don't ever forget that your love created a kind, beautiful young man who blessed so many people in his short time on earth.
I can't take your hurt away, but I can keep you in my prayers and love you with all my heart....
Sending (((((((HUGS))))))))

No Ferris Wheel with chasing light
will sparkle through the sky tonight.
Whispering winds replace the sound of Barker's Calls and Merry go Rounds.
The show is over and all is still.
Rest in Peace my boy.
It is God's Will.

We miss you terribly, the pain of losing you far out weighs the joy of having you. This pain will end when we see you agian.

Love to forever
Mom and Dad

Hi Sam,
What a wonderful guy you are! It's amazing to see how many lives you've impacted. You were so good at looking out for everyone, and sometimes I wonder if maybe God handpicked you to help Him look after lots more people from Heaven.

I wish we had been able to see more of each other in recent years. I don't know if I ever thanked you for coming to mine and Brian's engagement party in October of 2004, but it sure meant a lot that you were there. You are in a some of the pictures! Speaking of pictures, you were the cutest baby ever...that smile...wow!

I won't be able to be with your Mom and Dad on the 29th, but I will play your songs!

Keep watching over us, Sam...we all need you.

Love,
Mistyn

Its August Sam. We had wedding bells already going. Lifes not easy like it used to be. We had the world in our hands a year ago. My family lost a close friend today. I was going to go see him at the hospital
tonight ...but I got the call this morning. Wow. Good thing...you both are havin' a Budlight right now and telling me to shape up.

Alot of these days I just don't think Im going to make it. Why try? This summer isn't what I wanted it to be. I wanted to be with the carnival. I wanted to start a family. Thats gone now.

Jes, Shelly and I went and saw Cross Canadian Ragweed 2 weeks ago. It was great. I love being with people who KNOW how great you are. The band before them played a song that sends me in a whirl wind every day. "Be there for me"...Don't you give up on me...someday Im gonna make it work...I gotta find out who to be...for right now lets both be free..."

Samual Thomas Waknitz and Autumn Marie Roemeling...aka "Woody & Fall"

Still missin' you like crazy. Can't wait to see you again. I know every day I push, every day I get my game face on...your watching!

My heart hurts, and you still got a hold of it...

Wow. 10 months ago today. You were taken from me. BUT, I still have you in my heart. Man, its so strong it feels crazy. We were crazy.

I tried sleeping in...woke up, took a ton of drugs...hoping today slips by. Sam, my heart hurts so much. I know your holding on to it.

4 of July is coming up...I remember talking you into watching a scary movie...then you had to go home by yourself and let Frank out...I got a kick out of that. I remember exactly how you felt laying next to me.(I think you were closing your eyes during the scary parts!)

Caz moves in here in August. Im helpin' him find a "hot chick". Little does he know...you just gotta watch her work for HOURS...and leave your number with her everynight!! You were a catch I wasn't going to let go, and you felt that way about me. I see that every day in that wedding band you got me.

Your my world Sam. Your the reason Im still here.
Love, Autumn Waknitz

miss you much sam, the carnival is quiet without you! just not the same...


it was weird to be at my dads house and looking over at your old house and even though i still saw carnival stuff, it just was really weird!!!

seeing the shop bare was a little scary but when i looked at the garage door i got a smile on my face..

all of the autographs and remembering the good times!

missin you much!

hey unk. its lilli, i miss you!!! i wish i would have came out to the carnival the summer before you died. i think about it a lot, just wanted to say i love you and i miss you!

sam i had the weirdest dream last week, it was about you, you cam to me in my dream and it was so real! the only thing that made me realize that I wasnt really seeing you here on earth was you didnt say anything about me being married to jon, (ha ha or related to the harris's) i loved seeing you again.it felt so real,hope to see you again!

I sat back to and pondered good times and I couldn't help think about Sam all tho I didn't know him well I did get the chance. He allways was so happy and knew had to put a smile on every ones face so thanks SAM. You allways made the midway bright- Vivia

Dear Sunshine of our lives,
Yes that's you. We miss you Pete! I never thought I could love someone as much as I love you. I talk to you dialy, wish daily for one of those hugs. Even wish I could hear "MA" even though you knew that drove me crazy! We take good care of Frank, and Autumn gives him plenty of love. Dunk is Dunk, still does the "Fred Flinstone" for food. Everyone you touched misses you and your smile. God, that sweet sweet smile! I know you are in good company in Heaven, just jealous your not not here with us. We will all see you again and what a sweet thought that is. Until that day, you have every piece of our hearts.

Love forever
Mom and Dad

sam we miss you so much and we love you... i will always miss that crazy waknitz look that you always gave everyone, you were a riot,a good friend. kris and chuck raised a great man. the girls miss you and thay say prayers at night before bed and they always say they love you and miss you. we sent a bunch of balloons up to you the day before the wedding,about 50 or more white and black balloons...you know i dreaded the day you came home from the road and make fun of me for the guy im was going to marry, but now i will never get to hear it. darrin and pudgie tried but it isnt the same! see you when i get there love ya

Hey baby...Im hanging out with your mom today, and your dads in the shed working on carnival things. Frank is looking at me funny. I love living here. I love your family. I remember when we were looking for a house and you said "we can live with my parents for awhile"...I thought you were crazy then, now I think its perfect. You are perfect. In my eyes you will always be perfect.
I went with Kelly to listen to the heartbeat of her baby the other day...I started crying. Part of it was because Im so happy for her...and another part of me was ripped away...you and I would be listening to heart beats if I had my way.

Your my world Sam. I think of you none stop all day, all night long. With you my life was perfect. I sat around with Mike and Grant on saturday...they remind me of you, and I like seeing them smile and laugh. They help me more then they know.

Man, you've taught me so much Sam. I know what real love is now. You've showed me how I should feel when Im in love...I wouldn't trade that for anything. I think your with me. Forever. Sometimes when your mom makes a funny face I think its you...or your dad, driving your truck or saying something funny, I think of you. And Frank, he always wants to hug me...I think of you.

I miss you baby. So much. Somedays its hard to breath. I want you here always.

I love you Sam. Love, Autumn Waknits

Hi "Pete"
I look at the sky at night, I ask if you are up there. There is always a bright shining star to meet my gaze! No surprise, since that is the way you were since you were born. That star twinkles just like you blue eyes and that infectiuos grin of yours! Dad and I were so blessed to have you. You, sweet boy will be that bright star til the end of time. Love
Mom and Dad

To our precious boy:
You have the deepest part of our soul's for eternity. Thank you dear boy for being the kindest,loving and caring son a parent could have!

Until we meet again,
Mom and Dad

Hi Sweerheart!
I have thought about you everyday,always with love. It has been 5 months without you, sometimes it seems so unreal. I sometimes catch myself wondering what you would want for supper or why you haven't called us on the cell. Old habits die hard. I'm sure you know what it has been like for your Dad and me. We miss you terribly and would give anything to have one of those "bearhugs" you gave. Just for one minute to hear you say "I love you guys". We hear them every day in our minds. Do you get the kisses I blow to heaven? I hope so. Watch over us and give us strength to heal. Love to you forever.
Mom and Dad

My dearest Sam...
Tonight is my last night in this crazy hospital. I just got off the phone with your mom. She is amazing, so is your dad, I don't know were I would be with out them. (Oh, Frank too!)
I have to admit that this is not where I want to be. As of a couple weeks ago I would have been made your wife. All I wanted in my life was to be with you. I wanted to raise our handful of crazy kids. I wanted to be with you on the road. I wanted to be your girl. You were my world and I was your "Dixieland Delight". Everytime you saw me you wrapped your arms around me. Sometimes when Im waking up in the morning I can feel you right next to me. I can't believe how perfect we were together.

I don't want you to be jealous when I say this, but Frank has started spooning with me. Sure, he used to kick me out of bed when I was with you, but not anymore! I can't stop petting him. (Im sure you told him who his boss is now!)

Thats another thing, your the reason Im still here. I might never know why it is this way, but I know you are right here with me every minute of the day. You are the reason I can't get enough of your parents. I love them so much Sam. They are the honest reason why I make it through every day.

You are my world. You will always be my world. You are the reason Im as strong as I am. I know we are going to be together some day. I can't wait.

I love you so much.

Love, Autumn Marie "Waknitz"

Hi my boy!
Tomorrow we will all be gatherd to celebrate your Birthday. It will be everyone you love. The love of your life, Autumn will be here too. you must know we love her and think you made a fantastic choice! We miss you so much! Our hearts won't be same since your gone. Dad and I try our hardest to think of all the good things but sometimes they even sting. Autumn helps, she is so warm and caring. Your brother and sister miss you very much too. Caz is having a hard time, so you watch over him. Thank you for watching over Grandma Wheatheart too. Please watch over Dad and me and help us from falling into the "abyss" as I like to call it. You are our boy and will be for eternity!
Love to you
Mom and Dad

Kris and Chuck, just want to let you know that you both are still in my hearts everyday. I have a picture of Sam on my desk and seing his smile always puts a smile on my face. Hope you are doing well, take care.

Hi my boy!
We are getting to know Autumn. I can see why you were so taken with her! She will no doubt become a member of our family. We will love her in your honor. Dad and I love you and miss you very much. You, my son left an unfathamable stamp on our hearts.
Forever
Mom

I would like to thank each of you for taking time to come here and leaving such nice thoughts and comments. Our family truly appreciates it.

Sam’s middle name is Thomas. For those of you that don’t know I am Thomas (Tom). Sam’s older brother.

I believe a man should be judged by his actions, and not his possessions. And I know that Sam was a man of extraordinary actions.

He put every bit of energy into living his life fully, everyday. Never a moment passing him by; I think it is safe to say he left each of us with an incredible impression of this passion. I can see that by the overwhelming generosity of his uncountable friends. Our family has been humbled by your kindness.

Sam would always great me with a smile – and from what I hear and see everyone he met. However, then he would often punch me or try to wrestle me down. His respect ran deep though – no matter how old I got he would always let me win our little wrestling match. I have heard so many other kind stories of how he would go out of his way to help others – I consider that a true sign of his respect for each of us, his friendship with us.

No man is perfect though and I know of one character flaw – however minor you think it might be – one does have to acknowledge his poor choice in trucks – I mean a Dodge – when clearly Ford is so much the better choice. Believe me it really was hard to purchase a leather Dodge jacket for Christmas one year.

In carnie terms moving from one location to the next is called a jump – some are short and some are very long. It is kind of a weird experience. Everyone has worked together through the day and late into the night. Then you all slowly part – loosing track of each other on the long dark highway, your comfort is knowing you are all heading to the same place. Then throughout the early morning you begin to meet up again, slowly until everyone is back together. Well Sam took the lead on this jump (as he often did) and one day I look forward to meeting him further on up the road – at our next spot.

I am proud and privileged by Sam having my name; I consider myself a simple man and never fully understood why I am so special to be given that honor. But, today please understand how proud I am to have the name Thomas for who Sam was.

Finally, I ask that months and years from now you remember Sam by greeting others with a big smile, warm thoughts, and most of all I ask that you be kind to each other.

Thank you, Tom

Hey Woody still thinking about you everyday and missing you just the same. I think about you everyday, but today was just one of those days when I looked at my pin Chad made and thought about all you touched me with. Just wanted to stop in and thank you for all you did. Thank you for always having a gorgeous smile on your face that was so contagious to everyone it shined at, it made me have an instant crush on you when I saw it. Thank you for giving me plenty of laughs playing volleyball with the gang. Thank you for the fun carnivals and free rides. Thank you for having such an impact on my friends, we love you and miss you everyday. Thank you for watching over Autumn and making her stronger and healthier everyday. I know deep down inside that she is as far as she is today because of you. You were an inspiration, a friend and an angel who now has his wings. Watch over us and guide us and never forget how much we will always love you. Please remain in my heart forever until the day we can meet again. Not a day goes by when I don’t think about you and when I do, I know it’s because you are there. I continue to pray for your mom and dad and thank God that they made such a crazy and fun Woody. Love and miss you forever!

I am so sorry to here about your loss. Sam was a good guy, I grew up with him. He always knew how to make someone laugh when they were down.

Aunt Kris and Uncle Chuck,
I want you to know I continue to think of you and pray for you everyday. We love you!

How do I start? When Sam was born, he gave birth to me. He was a gift that I thought I would never have! He was the greatest thing I have ever done and provided me with a love that reached my soul. I will love you with all my heart until the end of time. You filled you Dad's life with joy and provided him with a friendship so induring. To say you will be missed is an understatement. We love you and I promise, we will meet again, and our hearts will then be complete again. Love to you my boy.
Mom

I wish I was there that day I allways went whith him on ever trip,and I very very sory about sam hey was like a brother to we did a lot of stuff this last summer sory about your lost Kris@ckuck from Dave [lumpy]

Sam, still think about you every day, and miss you. Chuck and Kris you'll always be in my heart.

Still missin you Woody! Hope God lets you ride your bike down the golden roads up there. Thanks again for letting ride all your rides for free at the fair. You were the greatest!

My prayers and thoughts go out to Chuck and kris. Im sorry to hear about your loss. Sam was a very great guy and got along with everyone he knew. Sam will be missed by all his friends that he gone to school with. His memories will go out to public during the carnival season and will be remembered.

sam will be missed so much. all the time he spent at our house playing pool with ernie and chad he was like a big brother to chad. and always would say mom what you cooking! his smile will be missed so much he always lit up the room when he came in. our prays go out to you chuck and kris you raised a great boy that became a kind hearted man.

Kris and Chuck,

Oh my godness I can't believe that this is really happening. Sam wow he was so amazing and one of my good friends and it is so shocking and unreal that he is gone my prayers are with you always. I love you guys.

Our prayers and sympathy are with the Waknitz family. I remember Sam in Sunday School when he was just a little fellow with the Lewis boys. Guy remembers him stopping up for advice on trucks and bikes. What a great kid!

Guy and Marti Carroll

(from down the street and around the corner)

Sam has left behind a thousand moments that will live in your hearts forever! Treasure his memory. God's peace to you at this time of sorrow.

Kris and Chuck, I'm so sorry to here about Sam. I did not here until today. Kris, I remember when we first met and Sam was about 6 years old. How proud you guys were of him and I'm sure that never changed. I think of you guys often and so much wish I could have been there during this time. I will stop soon and visit. My prayers are with you. Love, Bruce

I knew Sam when we were kids. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

Woody was truly my "3rd" brother. He will be missed by all and forever be loved by all. His smile will forever be remembered. The big star in the sky that is shining bright, will always be him smiling down on us. I'm so greatful to have known him and to love him like a brother. Kris and Chuck, keep him in your hearts forever and my thoughts and prayers will be with you always.

I have known Woody since elementary school. He was a great person and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and all of of his friends.

No words can express the depth of my sympathy. May your memories of "Woody" get you through your sorrows. God bless.

Oh Kris, my heart is sooo sad. I ache for you and Chuck night and day. His smile! I will never forget his beautiful smile. It gives me some comfort knowing that Grandpa and Rod are with him. I love you very much. Please know that my family is with you always.

I have only known Sam for three years or so, but the memories I have will last a lifetime. I hope that where ever he is he is still making people smile like he did down here. Rock that big carnival in the sky Sammy.

My thoughts will always be with Ckuck and Kris.

Woody was one of the greatest guys ever. I was Fourtunate to no him personally. If you were having a bad day he would make you laugh. Hunting this year is going to be tough with out him. My family and I send our sympathy to Chuck and Chris and family. God bless everyone he has touched.

Sam was tuely one of the "Good Guys." I hope that I can raise my boys so that they turn out like the fine young man Sam was. Hope the walleyes are bitin up there.

My Prayers are with Woody's family and friends!

I'm still in great shock, Woody was a wonderfull guy, he always made you you happy. the memories that all us friends have of him are wonderfull. He was taken from us way to early.

Sam you will be greatly missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who knew Woody.

I love you woody.

Sam was a student in my eleventh grade English class at Elk River High School. I will always remember his infectious smile and gentle manner. He will be missed. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Charlie & Kris; I am sorry to hear about Sam and my thougts and prayers are with you both in your time grief.

All of Sam's family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Sorry we can't make it for the funeral service but please know we will be thinking of you. We met Sam a few years ago during one of his visits to Springfield with the carnival. We had so much fun visiting and shooting pool with each other. We also adore Frank and hope that his next caregiver will love him as much as Sam did. Please let us know if you need anything during this difficult time.

Raquel Richert & Korey Kieper

Thank you Sam for letting us run your rides when we had a free wknd to help you, Kris and Chuck. You will be greatly missed by all you have touched. Shine bright now in the sky!!! Kris & Chuck, I wish we could make things better for you but I don't know what to do.Our hearts go out to you and know that we love you!!! God give them strength and take 1 day at a time.

To the entire Waknitz Family, Please know that our prayers are with you all during this time of such great sadness.

Woody was a one-of-a-kind! We went to college together and he sure left a good story everywhere he went! I feel very lucky to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

We want to express our sympathy to the family. You are in our prayers.

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time of need.

Woody-

It seems unreal that you had to leave us all way too quickly, but fortunatly the memories you left in all of our hearts will enable us to heal and always remember you. Your gorgeous smile and uplifting personality will never be forgotten. I can't wait till the day we can meet again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We love and will miss you forever!

I don't know Sam personally but I do know his niece and nephew Caz and Lil. I am so sorry for the loss of a young man so dear to so many people. The world I'm sure will be missing him for a long time. Please hold dear to you the loving and fun memories of his life to help you through all the sadness.

All my sympathy to you and all of your family.

We’re giving Sam up to You, God, to embrace and love him as we here on earth love him. You’ll like him, Father. He’s kind, giving, loving, loyal and so many other things. He’ll be shy at first, but once You get to know him he’ll make you laugh and You’ll be happy knowing Sam is a stellar example of Your creation. But we will miss him, Father. I ask that You cherish Sam and give comfort to those of us who hold the memory of him so dear. Give strength to his parents, Chuck and Kris. Sam is their precious son and they will miss him most of all. Give them the courage they will need to make it through another day. Amen.



Sam - Thank you for having been a part of my life.

WORDS CAN'T EXPRESS MY SORROW.

MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

There aren't enough words to express our sorrow for you and Kris. Your in our thoughts and prayers daily.

I am so saddened by this sudden and tragic loss. Sam and I used to play together when we were kids, and he always made me laugh. I remember we were 'going out' when we were like 9 or 10, and for Valentine's Day he gave me a box of chocolates and a bottle of perfume (which I'm sure he nabbed from his mom) on the bus to school. He was such a sweet, funny guy and he will be deeply missed. I want you to know that my family and I are praying for yours; and we send our love and condolences.



Jolene Keech from up the street

I'm very sorry for your loss. Sam was a great guy he will be missed my many. He could always make people smile I know I enjoyed lots of laughs with Sam. When I think of Sam I think of all the nights me, him and Guy would play poker after the show closed for the night it was always a great time. In this time of great loss and sorrow you need to remember all the good times you had with him and let that give you great comfort.