of West Helena, AR
February 20, 1942 - May 20, 2008
Samuel Charles ''Sammy'' Saia, Sr., 66. of West Helena, Arkansas passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2008 in Memphis, Tennessee. Mr. Saia was born February 20, 1942 in Helena, Arkansas to Rose Brocato Saia and the late Anthony ''Tony'' William Saia.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Bernard Saia of West Helena; his mother, Rose Saia of Helena; daughters, Cheryl Scarbrough and husband, Skip, of Helena and Barbara Tucker of Orlando, Florida; a son, Sam Saia, Jr. and wife, Jennifer, of West Helena; brother, Billy Saia of Barton; brother-in-law, David Bernard of Helena; grandson, Blake Doster of Ozark, Arkansas; granddaughters, Shelby Tucker of Orlando, Florida, Mary Katherine Saia of West Helena, Beth Ann Scarbrough of Helena and Emily Saia of West Helena.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Services for Sammy Saia will be held Friday, May 23, 2008 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Helena. Father Joe Marconi will officiate. A rosary service will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, at Roller-Citizens, with visitation from 5-8 p.m. Burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Helena.
Pallbearers are Blake Robbins, David Bernard, Bryan Davis, Pat Truemper, Lindsey Neighbors and Paul Battle, III. Honorary pallbeares are Sammy Charles Brocato, Norman Bryant, Lucien Webster, Eugene Young, Neil Robbins, Jim Young, Charles Sibley, Ernie Sibley, James O. Gabbie, Blackie Jumper and Larry Delk.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 123 Columbia Street, Helena, Arkansas 72342.
Services directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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67 Condolence(s)
mary katherine
Monday, January 16, 2012
hey i love yoll for doing a great funeral for my papa
he was a great man and to all he is my hero he helped raise me along with my wonderfull dad
i love and thank everyone who went to the funeral
thanks love yall
Janie Scaife
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Thoughts and Prayers are with you all Sammie will truely be missed. Janie Scaife
Rick Caldwell
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Sam, I will dearly miss our hunting and fishing episodes we had together. Thanks for being such a good friend!
John E. Shadow
Thursday, May 29, 2008
I am grateful for the opportunity of knowing and hunting with Sammy back in the days of Island 64 Hunting Club. It was a pleasure to be around such a fun person. Everyone enjoyed having him there. No one could tell a hunting experience like Sammy, even down to how the dogs were sounding.
Karen Helton Herrington
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Ms. Shirley and Cheryl, I'm so sorry to hear of Sammy's passing. He was such a jolly soul. I remember laughing so much as a kid when he and Mr. Tony would pick on each other at the restaurant after Cheryl and I got out of school. You and all the family are in our prayers. God bless, Al and Karen "Helton" Herrington
Julia Smith-Shockley
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our family thought so much of Mr. Saia. His sweet smile will be missed. Our prayers are with you. Ethel Smith, Julia and Jennifer
Alicia Slaughter Walker
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
I am praying for you all! I really enjoyed working for Sam all those years in college! Alicia
Camille Slaughter Schafer
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
I am so sorry about Mr. Sam, I just loved working for you guys during high school. He was good to me and always had a hug for me even after I left Helena and would run into him on a visit. I will keep you guys in my prayers.
Bruce Powell
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
I will never forget the coon hunts with Mr. Saia and company back when I was barely old enough to walk nearly 40 years ago. I still remember his prize dog Pete leading the pack. Hearing Sammy tell stories and joke around always made me laugh. I pray that comfort will be upon your family during this time.
Denny Gomez
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Sammy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Davey Martin
Sunday, May 25, 2008
David, I'm sorry to hear about your brother-in-law. I send my condolences and prayers. May God utilize this time of sadness to restore healthy, happy and spiritual relationships among Sam's friends and family. > > > Love always, Davey (dayday).
Mary Reed Fowler
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Dear Shirley, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Don and Crystal Eastman
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Sammy touched many lives.....may his memory be eternal. Our deepest sympathy to the all the family.
Robert and Monica Manning and Family
Friday, May 23, 2008
We were so sad to hear about Mr. Sammy. It is difficult to lose a parent, but keep your heart with the Lord and know he is in a better place. We are thinking and praying for all of you.
Jim Hargraves
Friday, May 23, 2008
"Sambo" gone too soon, but not soon forgotten.
Sandra Hornbeak Dilks
Friday, May 23, 2008
To all the Saia Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of your beloved Sammy. He was a wonderful man, whom we will always remember.
TERESA (HICKS) POTTERF
Friday, May 23, 2008
Your loved one touched many hearts and lives, and although it is hard to imagine the world without him, it is easy to imagine heaven rejoicing because he is there. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Joe and Rita King
Friday, May 23, 2008
We are so saddened at the loss of "Sammy Saia". What a wonderful man, friend, husband and father he was. Your family and ours go back many, many years. He will be missed. Each one of you will be in our thoughts and prayers in hopes that God will comfort you during this time. We love you all.
Jeannie Shields Travis
Friday, May 23, 2008
To the Saia family, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Sammy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My momma (Kacky) and daddy (Ernie) were always good friends with Mr. Sammy. Of course, my daddy always had crazy hunting stories to share as you all know. He will be greatly missed!
Anthony & Stephanie Arnold
Friday, May 23, 2008
Sam and Jennifer, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Mike and Loretta Brocato
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Our deepest sympathies go out to the entire family. We will keep you in our prayers.
Case Management
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Shirley and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Teague Family
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Mr. Sammy was a very special person and will truly be missed by all ! My thoughts and prayers to all the family ! Shawn Teague
Richard Ross
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sam was always a pleasure to be around and had a very big heart. He will be missed.....
Nancee James
Thursday, May 22, 2008
My heart aches for you, but I know God will hold you in his loving arms during this time of sorrow.
Gary Hill & Linda Edington
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sorry for your loss.
PHILLIP & KIM BROCATO
Thursday, May 22, 2008
He will be truely missed by all. Phillip Brocato
2nd main tele
Thursday, May 22, 2008
shirley, we just wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of grief.
john burns
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sambo, I am so sorry for your families loss. Your dad was a great man and will be missed. Your family is in our prayers.
tully hornor III
Thursday, May 22, 2008
A lifelong good friend
Chuck & Angela Ward
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sam & Jennifer, We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Oxner Harrison
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Cheryl, Blake, Beth Ann, and all of the Saia family, I am so sorry about the loss of your daddy and papa. Big Sam was a wonderful man and I will always remember his laugh. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all!
Angela Brocato Hood
Thursday, May 22, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Sammy passing away. He was so much fun to be around. I always enjoyed visiting with Aunt Rosie and him at the restaurant. My prayers are with your family. My Mom is Angie Brocato and my dad was Tony Brocato. Hope this helps you understand who I am from Louisiana. We live East of Baton Rouge. Hope to see the family this Summer. Love Ann Brocato Hood
Martha Louise Signa
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sambo! You were the greatest cousin and friend I could ever want in my life. I'll always remember CAR54..... I just wish I had gotten the chance to see you, and tell you what a loving and caring person you were to me, my family and my friends. You will be missed! My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Martha Louise
Sean & Deb Lewis
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Cheryl and Sambo, I am so so sorry to hear about your dad. He was such a sweet man, always with a great big smile on his face. Please know that you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rusty Thornton
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sammy was my first client when we moved to Helena to begin my practice in veterinary medicine. We were good friends throughout the years and I am sorry to hear of his death. I will always remember his love of life and the great outdoors. I trust that he is at home with the Lord at this time.
Rusty Thornton
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sammy was my first client when we moved to Helena to begin my practice in veterinary medicine. We were good friends throughout the years and I am sorry to hear of his death. I will always remember his love of life and the great outdoors. I trust that he is at home with the Lord at this time.
Davenport Family
Thursday, May 22, 2008
We are very sorry to hear about Mr. Sam. He always had a big smile. God bless you all through your grief.
JIM& DIANE CLARENCE RUTH& MAXINE MAYER
Thursday, May 22, 2008
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WERE ALWAYS CLOSE FRIENDS OF THE MAYERS. I SO ENJOYED HUNTING AND FISHING WITH YOU SAM AND ANTHONY FERNICOLA. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. JIM MAYER
danny and pat patton
Thursday, May 22, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless each one of you with His comfort and peace. We will lift you in prayer that you feel God near to you.
Graham Keltner
Thursday, May 22, 2008
I have enjoyed the years of shared Deer Camp along with the the play by play re-play of the latest Arkansas football game. Either win or loss there has always been a commentary to tell and I have enjoyed them all. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time. Mr. Sammy will be greatly missed.
The Rev. Hank Perrin
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sammy and you all will be in my prayers. Hank
LAurie
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Cheryl, and Shirley & family: We are sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers. Sincerely, Laurie, Nick, & Katie McLendon
Billy Billingsley & Ann
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Ann and I wish to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of a great friend. Sam will be missed by all who knew him. I am happy to have known such a happy person as him. He was always in such good spirits whenever I saw him and was always talking about going hunting or fishing. I am glad that he had such a good life. If there is anything that we can do for you, just let me know. Sincerely, Bill Billingsley
Jay Sheffield
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Sammy could light a place up, and you always felt better just being around him. My heartfelt condolences to the family. He'll be missed in a big way.
Jennifer Holland Longo
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Ms. Shirley and family, I am so very sorry for you and your family's loss. I was lucky to meet and be around your family when I was a kid and thought "Big Sam" was very funny and very kind. "Stringbean" was the nick name he gave and every time he saw me, even well into adulthood, that is what he called me. My condolences to you and your family.
kelley foust
Thursday, May 22, 2008
so sorry tohear of your loss our prayers are with you
Dianna Williams Fowler
Thursday, May 22, 2008
To all the family, Mr.Sam was a wonderful, kind man who blessed everyone he come in contact with. You all are in my thoughts and prayers daily.
FRANK & MARY LOU SIMONE
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE SAIA FAMILY - SAMMY WAS ONE OF A KIND AND WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR THE YEARS WE KNEW HIM
FRANK & MARY LOU SIMONE
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE SAIA FAMILY - SAMMY WAS ONE OF A KIND AND WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR THE YEARS WE KNEW HIM
Mickie Steinbeck
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Cheryl , I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I remember him and all of his hunting stories. he was a good man and will be missed greatly. May God hold you all in the palm of his hands. My heart goes out to you all.
Wilma (Loyd) Mansfield
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Shirley and family, I am so sorry to read about Sammy. I can still hear him say "hello Wilma Loyd" everytime I would see him. He had such a wonderful personality and he will be missed by many. My prayers are with you all.
Bily Amos
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Sorry to here about your loss. Sammy will be missed greatly. Our prayers are with the family. God Bless!
Jan George, and Bo Sansing
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Our love and prayers go out to Sammy's family at this sad time. May God Bless and Comfort You.
ann[nelson, merritt]wilson
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
TO SAMMY AND ALL THE FAMLIES ON ALL SIDES...I HAVE FON MEMORIES OF ALL OF YOU, AS BILL& LUCILLE NELSON, DAUGHTER AND THE WIFE OF TOMMY MERRITT. MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU....MOM, DA,D AND TOM ARE ALL UP THERE WAITING ON YOU.....
Kim Richardson Wilson
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Sambo, Cheryl, Barbara, and Family I was truly sadden by the news of your loss. I will miss his smiling face and all his hunting stories. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love in Christ Kim Wilson and Family
LenaJoGomez
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of you loss;My thoughts & prayers are with each an everyone of you! All My Love, LenaJo
Brian&StaceySummerhill
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all!
Paula Brocato Baker
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
What a likable guy! I am so glad I got to see him at the "mini" SHA reunion last August 2007. His family will be in my prayers.
3RD MAIN STAFF
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
ALL OF US ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS....OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU...WE LOVE YOU SHIRLEY........ALL 3RD MAIN STAFF
Sandy "Owens" Smith & Burke Smith
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
We are so sorry for the loss of Mr. Sammy, and will never forget what a great person he was. He was a great friend and coach back in the softball days with Barbara and Cheryl as team members,"Dollar General". He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you all.
Kathy & Steve Ragsdale
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Cheryl, So sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family.
trina webb
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Mrs.Shirley,you are in my thoughts and prayers.Doug Padgett and Trina Webb
Debbie Palmer
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We all loved Mr. Sammy. He will be missed. God's speed.
lawrence &jean smith
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
our prayer is that the lord will comfort you at this time,and I am confident that he will
Sandy and Mike Snyder
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
We are so sorry to hear about the death of Mr. Sam. He was such a wonderful man and always had a smile on his face. It is so hard when a parent dies and you never will really get over it. Just remember to put your trust in God. His comfort and love will get you through each day. Just put your trust in him. Romans 6:23
Chuck James
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Sammy and you guys are in my prayers