Our memories of Sam.......

One of the funniest sledding memories was when Sam sled down from Nip and Tuck. He couldn't stop and ploughed into the fir trees at the bottom of the hill. All of the snow on the trees dumped on him- we all laughed so much! We also would sled down from the top of the hill until we hit the corner and jump 4 feet in the air...we would laugh so much.

Sam had to make gushot noises on a video we were making while I was making fake blood to put on Nate. I took so long that Sam's tongue got tires and made these weird sounds. 

Sam tried to teach me how to play his trumpet.

I remember while working in the yard I could hear Nate and Sam calling to Bella and Oscar. They would shout back and forth- this went on for some time. Then Sam, his smile and machete came out of the woods, trailed by Nate. They had made a pathway through the woods to avoid having to use the road!

When we played games- Sam would always win and I could never tell how.

I remember as they got older, Sam and Bella would hold deep conversations. Once they were in the back yard, Bella was painting her nails and Sam was holding the polish, whilst jabbering about something. 

Sam was an extrordinary neighbor and friend. We were priviledged to have known him. He was larger than life- as was his smile. We will remember him with love, and he will always hold a special place in our hearts and minds xxx

 

I had the joy have babysitting and growing up next to Sam. I will always remember every single time I would try and leave their house, both Sam and Nate would run and hide my shoes. They did it because they never wanted me to leave and obviously I could leave with out my shoes! The joy and smiles Sam got out of that little prank always made my day! He was such a sweet young boy, with a kind heart, a great sense of humor and a ever lasting smile! 

Sam you will be missed very much, and I am so thankful I got to grow up next door to you. You'll be in my heart and prayers. Love you bud.  

The moment Alex and Sam laid eyes on each other in 1st grade, it was like they had found their other half.  They were both goofy and Sam brought out so much more in Alex.  There was always laughter and something fun going on when Sam was around.  He was so unique, smart and talented.  You just never knew what was going to happen next when Sam was around.  He was very loved by all who came in contact with him.  We will miss his shining, smiling face.  We love you Sam.

Sammy is still the embodiment of what he was, pure love, spirit, hope and a youthful innocense a child brings. 

All that he came into this world with he shared. We felt his beaning light...breathe him in and keep his light alive.

We suffer...he is gone. His presence seen no more...so unbearable at times. His loss felt so very deep within our souls.

Breathe in, remember him and let the gifts he brought us each live within us forever...until our end.  

Sam arrived in a top hat & tails, gloves and a cane! No one but him could pull it off with such aplomb.