Happy Birthday in heaven, Sammy! I don’t know how it all works up there, but I hope Pop is making you some French fries. We all love you and think of you all the time. Im wondering what you’d have to say about the Longhorns this year. Hugs from me, Odell, and the kids.

Hello Brother. I still struggle with your passing. My faith tells me it's not our call but the living always question what did we miss? What could have been done to see your health so ravaged with Cancer that you were gone ten days after diagnosis. I do know you were too young and you are missed. Our Mom grieves for you daily. Her first born. It's not supposed to be this way. There is just Mom and myself left from our immediate family of four. I know Dad was there and I hope you both have had a wonderful reunion and will continue to to bless and watch over us all here. I love you Sammy. Your little sister.

It’s hard to believe that it’s been a year since we said goodbye. The kids miss their Paw Paw and Odell misses his dad. I miss him too. The holidays and family days aren’t the same without him. Rest well, Sammy. We’ll see you in the other side.

We loved Sammy dearly and clearly remember the day he was born, often reflecting on his boyhood and young years. He is at peace and will ever hold him dear to our hearts.
Uncle Bobby and Aunt Bet

Having known Sammy from birth, we watched him grow throughout his childhood and teen years. We saw him less in his adult years but tried to make contact when we could. We have always loved him and held him in our hearts. We will forever remember his kindness to others. Rest in Peace dear Sammy.

Sam
You are and will always be a true brother. Meeting and becoming a close friend has enriched my life. My memories of sharing coffee and stories early in the morning will always remain with me. We had such fun enjoying meals and fellowship together. Your positive attitude, caring for others, and sharing your experiences enriched mine and many others lives. I will miss feeding our little squirrel buddies. I am deeply saddened you are not here but find solice that you are with your higher power. Until we meet again my brother Sam

Love your brother Jeff Meraz

I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting Sam face to face. He was my older sister’s companion for awhile. Before she died she told me that she talked to Sam often. Sam and I became friends on Facebook. He shared his experience, strength and hope via messenger. I’m grateful that his family relationships were restored. My hope is that his mother and his children feel peace and comfort wrapped in God’s arms. Sam was a miracle.
Ever imperfectly yours,
Michelle Brewer

Dad, 

You will be greatly missed.   I have many wonderful memories with you growing up.  You taught me how to fish, baited my hook countless times, and helped me take a million perch off my line.    You loved your family, food, music, and faith.  You never missed the opportunity to tell me how proud of me you were, and I believed you.    You taught me to appreciate the simple things in life, and not to dwell on the past or sweat the small stuff (easier said than done).   You taught me a great appreciation for hard work, self reliance, and grit. 

Some life lessons I learned from you and with you were hard-  some I wish others didn't have to go through, but they made me who I am, and for that- I am grateful for the character that was built in me, through you.     Our family dynamics were unique to many, but you and Mom have always gracefully created a loving atmosphere for Odell and I, and our families, no matter the time or place.  Our lives were better for the continued family cohesion, and I will forever be grateful for the times we were all able to spend together without the worry of contention or separation.   

You fought a lifelong journey with addiction and put in the hard work to get where you were.  We were so proud of you too.  You were a walking miracle, no doubt.  I thank God for allowing you to be such a close part of our lives the last few years. I thank God for all the wonderful times that Chris, Mikaela, and Delilah "Princess" got to spend with you.   You were made to be a PawPaw. 

Even with a grim forecast from the doctors, you simply said you were not going to worry, and it was in God's hands. You said you were truly at peace.  I am relieved that you are no longer in pain and that you do not have to fight anymore.   I naturally wish I had more time to spend with you, but your memory will live on through us and we will continue to celebrate your life.  

May you rest in peace. 
Love,
Brittany 

Dad,

We love you so much and will miss you dearly. I thank God for the time we had together. You were a wonderful father to Brittany and I, and an amazing grandpa to Clara and Jesse. I praise God for his grace, mercy, and the miracles I saw him do in your life. I praise Him for the chance to have you in our lives and the opportunity for you to know my wife and kids. Like I told you before the Lord took you home, I am so proud of you and I know how proud you were of me and my family. I love you so much.

We’ll love you and remember you forever, Sammy! You were the very best PawPaw and Clara and Jesse will miss playing with you and sharing snacks. It won’t be the same without you, but we know you’re in a better place. So glad to have known you!