Obituary for
Salvatore "Sam" Tassone
TASSONE, Salvatore “Sam” (1961-2017)
Sadly we announce the sudden passing of Salvatore “Sam” on Tuesday, October 31, 2017. Beloved husband to Marija (nee Rozich) and devoted father of Andrew, Olivia and Bryan. Dear son of Cosimo and the late Anna- Maria, and cherished son-in-law to Danica Rozich (late Stjepan). Loving brother to Josie (Raymond) Di Filippo, Bruno (Lilly) and Tony (Elyse). Proud uncle of Umberto, Adriana (Anthony), Michaela, Luca, and Adrian and great-uncle to Amelia and Avaia. Sam will be greatly missed by his aunts, uncles, cousins along with his extended family in both Italy and Croatia. He was a long time employee of Dofasco, working as a team leader in the blast furnace. Sam had a passion for fishing and enjoying many trips with friends over the years. He will be fondly remembered by his work colleagues, fishing friends, and many others who knew him. Thank-you to the Haldimand OPP Detachment, OPP Search and Rescue Team and Victim Services for all of their assistance. Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 454 Highway #8 (east of Millen Road) STONEY CREEK (905-664-4222), on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. with a prayer vigil at 3:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 135 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby on Wednesday, November 8 at 11 a.m.
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