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Samuel L. Vaccarella, Sr., age 95, died peacefully on August 7, 2015, surrounded by his loving family at his daughter Linda’s home in Washington Twp. Sam was a longtime resident of Mt. Ephraim. Beloved husband of the late Ethel (nee Law). He is the cherished father of Father Samuel L. Vaccarella, T.O.R., JoAnn Gallagher (Richard),Continue Reading
Samuel L. Vaccarella, Sr., age 95, died peacefully on August 7, 2015, surrounded by his loving family at his daughter Linda’s home in Washington Twp. Sam was a longtime resident of Mt. Ephraim. Beloved husband of the late Ethel (nee Law). He is the cherished father of Father Samuel L. Vaccarella, T.O.R., JoAnn Gallagher (Richard), Nancy Karaszkiewicz (Jim) and Linda Fort (Ed). Proud and devoted grandfather of Brian, Sam, Sheri and Eddie. He was the dear brother of Leon “Ollie” (Annetta), John and the late Lena Pietrofitta, Joe, Nien and Frank. He will also be missed by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
Sam was a devoted parishioner of Sacred Heart Church in Mt. Ephraim and served as President of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. He served his country in the Army during World War II. Sam was inducted into Hammonton High School’s Athletic Hall of Fame. Sam retired from NJ Transit after 42 years as a Class A bus mechanic and was a member of their 25 Year Club.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Wednesday 7:00 – 9:00 pm and Thursday 9:15 – 10:15 am at the Egizi Funeral Home, 119 Ganttown Rd., Washington Twp. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo RC Church, 176 Stagecoach Rd. Sicklerville. Interment will be at New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Sam’s memory may be made to Samaritan Hospice, 5 Eves Dr., Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053.
Condolences may be shared with the family at www.egizifuneral.com
Sam will always be remembered for his love of family, wisdom, faith and positive outlook. He was a true role model.
“A Life Well Lived
Is Worth Remembering”
Gail Leverage and Carolyn Malin
left a message on August 10, 2015:
Looking at the pictures from our July 2000 trip to Italy with Sam, Nancy, Jim and Brian, we have such fond memories of Sam. It was a busy itinerary and our guide Fabio, with newspaper waving overhead, kept our group at a fast pace to see it all. We were having a hard time keeping up, but there was Sam way ahead of us up front of the group - just amazing! Sam was wonderful company, always up for anything, always smiling, just having a good time and enjoying everything around him. Sam will live on in all of our hearts, but especially those family members that he loved so dearly. Our heartfelt sympathy is with the family during this very difficult time. We grieve with you too. Love, Carolyn Malin and Gail Leverage
Marian Ayres
left a message on August 12, 2015:
I am sending a message to Sam's family on behalf of Thomas Ayres. They worked together at the old Public Service Bus Garage in Camden, for about 20 years. Tom learned about repairing buses from Sam. More recently{for about 6 years}, Tom and I would drive Sam to and from 25 Year Club meetings and Dinners. Sorry we cannot attend the Services this week. Tom has been experiencing severe back pain and is under doctors' care. Thinking of the family at this time. Fondly....Tom and Marian Ayres. Blackwood, NJ
Fr. Richard Davis, TOR
left a message on August 11, 2015:
Lit a candle in memory of Samuel L. Vaccarella,
Kristy
left a message on August 11, 2015:
Sam Vacarella will always be know to us " as the best Dad ever." This phrase always followed family stories from Nancy. Our condolences and love to the family and memory keepers of a beautiful man.
Joe Vaccarella
left a message on August 8, 2015:
A True Representative of Americas Greatest Generation. A Great man and a Great Uncle. You are Truly Loved and will be Greatly missed but will live forever in our Hearts and memories. Rest in Peace Uncle Sam. You have more than earned your place in Heaven. God Bless.
Joe, Sherrie, David and Leslee.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Rita Castone
left a message on August 8, 2015:
A very caring and great man. Was always a wonderful friend and dearly loved by my in laws Vera and Bill and my husband Bill. Will be missed but not forgotten. RIP Sam
God Bless,
Rita Castone and Family
Sister Dorothy Aloisio
left a message on August 9, 2015:
Dear Fr. Sam and Family,
We, the F.M.I.H.M. Sisters, offer you our deepest condolences on the passing of your dear dad. We also offer you our prayers. We are sure that dad is enjoying eternal peace and he will intercede for all of you. May you find comfort in our prayerful support.
julia kessler
left a message on August 9, 2015:
Uncle Sam will be missed so much. I'll always be thankful for all he did for us when my Dad was sick. When we were kids and we heard Uncle Sam was visiting ,we would all get so happy. I'm sure all who passed before you are happy to welcome you in Heaven! Rest in Peace. Love You
Steve,Julia and Danielle
Diane Rainey
left a message on August 9, 2015:
I remember Sam telling me to stop smoking , which he was right and I did. He also made delicious homemade cookies. He enjoyed his night out playing BINGO with friends & family. He enjoyed his garden and always wanted to give you something to try . He will be missed but he is in good hands and looking down on us. He's in a peaceful place. God is by his side Diane Rainey
Linda Brenner
left a message on August 10, 2015:
Nancy and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. May you have comfort knowing you will meet again. Ken & Linda Brenner and Family.
Msgr. Leonard G. Scott
left a message on August 14, 2015:
I send my condolences to the family of Sam Vaccarella, Sr. I was very sorry to hear of his death. I remember him as a kind and gentle person who always had a smile and pleasant words to say. He was also a person who displayed great faith. Unfortunately, I could not attend the viewing or funeral due to sickness. But I remembered Sam and his family in my prayers and will continue to do so.
Msgr. Leonard G. Scott
Former pastor of Emmaus Catholic Community
Mary Shannon
left a message on August 10, 2015:
My sympathy and prayers to the relatives and friends of Uncle
Sam. He was one of the best person I know. Always thoughtful and ready to assist anyone in need. Sorry I am not there with my cousins to mourn their father at this time.
I know he will be missed.
Margie Hickman
left a message on August 10, 2015:
Nancy I never got the pleasure of knowing your father but if you are an example of his love and compassion, he was the best. You have been a dear friend to me in bad times and good. You have inspired me, made me laugh and helped me learn how to be strong. Oh lady, knowing you, you had a great inspiration in your dad and he was blessed to have you as a daughter. My prayers are with you and your family in this time. With much love and respect
Margie Hickman
sandi levecchia
left a message on August 12, 2015:
Lit a candle in memory of Samuel L. Vaccarella,
Nickie Jaroszewski
left a message on August 10, 2015:
Dear Jo Ann and family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Your father is at peace with your mom. He will be missed alot I'm sure by all of you.
You were with him when he needed you. Take care of yourselves. God Bless.
With deepest sympathy Nickie Jaroszewski.
Maureen Walter
left a message on August 11, 2015:
Dearest Nancy, My heart is heavy hearing the news of your Dad's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time. Just remember your Dad is with you all the time now...
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you wake in the morning hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there, I did not die!
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences!
Maureen "mo" Walter
Donna Eppard
left a message on August 9, 2015:
Fr. Sam, please count on my prayers for the repose of your father's soul and for peace, strength and comfort for ALL of his loved ones.
In faith and hope,
Donna Eppard & family
josephine figueroa
left a message on August 9, 2015:
I will always remember his happy smile. also all the fun we had at our family reunions at the Hammonton lake park. we will miss you. rest in peace. god bless.
cookie & Josephine Figueroa
James Whitman
left a message on August 21, 2015:
Mr. Vaccarella was a wondeful human being with such a great outlook on life. He was great person to all of us Whitman's with his uplifting spirit and easy going personality.
Jim Whitman
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Gail Leverage and Carolyn Malin
left a message on August 10, 2015:
Looking at the pictures from our July 2000 trip to Italy with Sam, Nancy, Jim and Brian, we have such fond memories of Sam. It was a busy itinerary and our guide Fabio, with newspaper waving overhead, kept our group at a fast pace to see it all. We were having a hard time keeping up, but there was Sam way ahead of us up front of the group - just amazing! Sam was wonderful company, always up for anything, always smiling, just having a good time and enjoying everything around him. Sam will live on in all of our hearts, but especially those family members that he loved so dearly. Our heartfelt sympathy is with the family during this very difficult time. We grieve with you too. Love, Carolyn Malin and Gail Leverage
Marian Ayres
left a message on August 12, 2015:
I am sending a message to Sam's family on behalf of Thomas Ayres. They worked together at the old Public Service Bus Garage in Camden, for about 20 years. Tom learned about repairing buses from Sam. More recently{for about 6 years}, Tom and I would drive Sam to and from 25 Year Club meetings and Dinners. Sorry we cannot attend the Services this week. Tom has been experiencing severe back pain and is under doctors' care. Thinking of the family at this time. Fondly....Tom and Marian Ayres. Blackwood, NJ
Fr. Richard Davis, TOR
left a message on August 11, 2015:
Lit a candle in memory of Samuel L. Vaccarella,
Kristy
left a message on August 11, 2015:
Sam Vacarella will always be know to us " as the best Dad ever." This phrase always followed family stories from Nancy. Our condolences and love to the family and memory keepers of a beautiful man.
Joe Vaccarella
left a message on August 8, 2015:
A True Representative of Americas Greatest Generation. A Great man and a Great Uncle. You are Truly Loved and will be Greatly missed but will live forever in our Hearts and memories. Rest in Peace Uncle Sam. You have more than earned your place in Heaven. God Bless.
Joe, Sherrie, David and Leslee.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Rita Castone
left a message on August 8, 2015:
A very caring and great man. Was always a wonderful friend and dearly loved by my in laws Vera and Bill and my husband Bill. Will be missed but not forgotten. RIP Sam
God Bless,
Rita Castone and Family
Sister Dorothy Aloisio
left a message on August 9, 2015:
Dear Fr. Sam and Family,
We, the F.M.I.H.M. Sisters, offer you our deepest condolences on the passing of your dear dad. We also offer you our prayers. We are sure that dad is enjoying eternal peace and he will intercede for all of you. May you find comfort in our prayerful support.
julia kessler
left a message on August 9, 2015:
Uncle Sam will be missed so much. I'll always be thankful for all he did for us when my Dad was sick. When we were kids and we heard Uncle Sam was visiting ,we would all get so happy. I'm sure all who passed before you are happy to welcome you in Heaven! Rest in Peace. Love You
Steve,Julia and Danielle
Diane Rainey
left a message on August 9, 2015:
I remember Sam telling me to stop smoking , which he was right and I did. He also made delicious homemade cookies. He enjoyed his night out playing BINGO with friends & family. He enjoyed his garden and always wanted to give you something to try . He will be missed but he is in good hands and looking down on us. He's in a peaceful place. God is by his side Diane Rainey
Linda Brenner
left a message on August 10, 2015:
Nancy and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time. May you have comfort knowing you will meet again. Ken & Linda Brenner and Family.
Msgr. Leonard G. Scott
left a message on August 14, 2015:
I send my condolences to the family of Sam Vaccarella, Sr. I was very sorry to hear of his death. I remember him as a kind and gentle person who always had a smile and pleasant words to say. He was also a person who displayed great faith. Unfortunately, I could not attend the viewing or funeral due to sickness. But I remembered Sam and his family in my prayers and will continue to do so.
Msgr. Leonard G. Scott
Former pastor of Emmaus Catholic Community
Mary Shannon
left a message on August 10, 2015:
My sympathy and prayers to the relatives and friends of Uncle
Sam. He was one of the best person I know. Always thoughtful and ready to assist anyone in need. Sorry I am not there with my cousins to mourn their father at this time.
I know he will be missed.
Margie Hickman
left a message on August 10, 2015:
Nancy I never got the pleasure of knowing your father but if you are an example of his love and compassion, he was the best. You have been a dear friend to me in bad times and good. You have inspired me, made me laugh and helped me learn how to be strong. Oh lady, knowing you, you had a great inspiration in your dad and he was blessed to have you as a daughter. My prayers are with you and your family in this time. With much love and respect
Margie Hickman
sandi levecchia
left a message on August 12, 2015:
Lit a candle in memory of Samuel L. Vaccarella,
Nickie Jaroszewski
left a message on August 10, 2015:
Dear Jo Ann and family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Your father is at peace with your mom. He will be missed alot I'm sure by all of you.
You were with him when he needed you. Take care of yourselves. God Bless.
With deepest sympathy Nickie Jaroszewski.
Maureen Walter
left a message on August 11, 2015:
Dearest Nancy, My heart is heavy hearing the news of your Dad's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time. Just remember your Dad is with you all the time now...
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you wake in the morning hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there, I did not die!
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences!
Maureen "mo" Walter
Donna Eppard
left a message on August 9, 2015:
Fr. Sam, please count on my prayers for the repose of your father's soul and for peace, strength and comfort for ALL of his loved ones.
In faith and hope,
Donna Eppard & family
josephine figueroa
left a message on August 9, 2015:
I will always remember his happy smile. also all the fun we had at our family reunions at the Hammonton lake park. we will miss you. rest in peace. god bless.
cookie & Josephine Figueroa
James Whitman
left a message on August 21, 2015:
Mr. Vaccarella was a wondeful human being with such a great outlook on life. He was great person to all of us Whitman's with his uplifting spirit and easy going personality.
Jim Whitman
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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