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Just heard of sams passing- so sad. I was their neighbor at 94 first st. I heard u Karen actually lived in my house. U were actually my skating teacher. The gambles were loved and although Ive been gone from kL for 50 years I remember the gems they were. God bless u . Betty ann bagley- mattar

sorry for your loss Karen & family

It is always an emotional and difficult time to lose a loved one who was so much a part of your life. You have a wonderful family to help sustain you in your time of sadness. I have been thinking of you and wishing you peace. The folks at Trinity have had you and Sam in our prayers. You have had a lot to carry and made Sam’s end of life more comforted I am sure. Hope to see you soon. Beverley McChesney-Rumble

Sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. I got to know him while working at TNR. Sam was a great friend like his brother John. He always engaged a friendly conversation with me. My condolences to the family and many good memories.

Karen, We were very sad to hear about Sam’s passing. I always loved his straight forward talk, accompanied by a broad smile. We hope that your families and friends help and support you in the coming days, weeks and months. You are in our thoughts.

Dear Karen and family: So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Sincerely: Lynn, Frank, Joanna and Cristina Spinato.

Dear Karen Our thoughts are with you and the rest of our family.

Thanks so much Wendy and Dan.

My deepest condolences to family. Sam was a one of a kind guy. He had a sharp BS monitor and enjoyed sharing a humorous perspective on business, people and politics.

Thanks, Pat. Sam enjoyed chatting with you, too.

Sam was a very good friend of mine we sailed, skied, curled together he was always a good sport and a gentleman. I would like offer my condolences to Karen and the Gamble Family. He will be missed.

Thanks, Jack. You were a special friend to Sam.

So very sorry to hear about your loss. Wishing you and your family love, care, and lasting memories.

Thanks so much Liz.

Thanks, Liz.

Worked for Sam for 6 years. Sam was a good man. He will be missed by many rip Sam go be with John

Thanks, Sheldon. You worked in recycling on Duncan.

Yes I did condolences Karen gamble

Dear Karen, I’m sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. From, Lynda

Thanks, Lynda.

My thoughts and prayers are with Karen and the Gamble families. I have many happy memories of Sam. He will be missed.

Karen and family and the whole Gamble family, So Sorry to hear of Sam passing on, he was a great man always a helpful cheerful person, my Dad spoke highly of Sam back in the day, will miss seeing his smiling face around town, he always said hello when we crossed paths . He will now be a Zguardian Angel to all! Thinking of you all during this sad time of your loss. Bev Ripley/Niemi and Wes

Thank you for the kind words, Bev and Wes.

Sam was always a favourite of the First Street fellows. Always gave us all the news at town reunions. RIP Sam. Bill Bryant

Thanks, Bill.

Our sympathy to you. Karen, Blair, Neil, Trevor & Erin and family. Sam was a somewhat bigger than life personality and he will be missed by many but he also left a legacy of memories and a great deal of affection from KL folk and many of us no longer there.

Thanks Pat and Paul for your kind words. Karen

Karen and Family and families of Sam, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Sam, I have known him for a number of years and my dad thought a lot of Sam and the Gamble Family, I will miss his cheerfulness when I crossed paths with him, he is now at peace and will be our new guardian angel. Once again am thinking of you all, Bev Niemi/ripley Hugs to all!

Dear Karen, Trevor and family. We are thinking of you during this time. Noella, Elijah and Isaac

Thanks, Noella and boysl

Bob and I were so sorry to hear of Sams passing! Our hearts go out to Karen, her boys, Trev, Neil and Blair and their families as well as Dave, Sue and David. Sam will be missed by all who knew him!

Thank you, Pam and Bob.

So sorry to hear of your loss Karen. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time.

Thank you, Nancy. Miss seeing you.

Karen, My condolences. I am thinking of you during this time of sadness. Take comfort in your family and friends.

Thank you, Diane.

To dear Karen, Trevor, Erin, Brennan, Nora, Graham, and the Gambles and Buchmann families and friends, we extend our most sincere condolences. May Sam Rest In Peace. Laurie and Richard

Many thanks, Laurie and Richard.

Our sincere apologize for the loss of your love. Praying for healing of the hole left in your hearts

Thank you Polly and Todd.

Dear Karen, Trevor, Blair, Neil. So sorry to hear about Sam’s death. He will be deeply missed by all of you and the community of Kirkland Lake. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Marnie and Jim

Thanks, Marnie and JIm. I hear your boys were up in KL for a visit. Deb was our nurse practitioner for home visits so chatted with her. Hope all is well.

my heart goes out to Karen and 3 boys so sorry for ur loss of sam a husband, friend and father

Thank you Janet and Tom. The suffering is over.

Karen ,Trevor,Blair,Neil and Families We are so sorry to hear the news of Sams passing. He was always so passionate and upbeat about the things he cared for and was an important contributor to the community in many ways for many years! We grew up together in the townsite area and later had much fun and many laughs playing slopitch and engaging in friendly debates later. I will always remember one of his favourite sayings some of my friends think this way and some of my friends think that way and I always stand with my friends! The perfect conclusion to most discussions! He was always a good guy and will be missed by all. Our condolences to your families Brian and Gale

Thanks, Gale and Brian. I heard that expression many times. I think that is a politicians way of saving an argument.

So sorry for your loss Karen and family. Your memories will help you through this sad time.

Thank you, Mary. My back deck has memories of your husband.

So sorry to hear of your loss Karen. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family

Thanks, Harmonie and Brian.

Dear Karen and members of Sam’s family, Our deepest condolences are expressed to each of you in this message as we remember Sam, his warm personality, his great sense of humor and his friendship. On many occasions Sam and I shared some great discussions on education and community projects. Sam easily identified with concerns I might have had as a school principal and I felt he was always there as a trustee to lend support to improve our educational system. Sam will be greatly missed. Gord and Elaine Hamden

Thank you for the kind words, Elaine and Gord.

So sorry for you loss Karen. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the Gamble Family

Karen, Trevor, Erin, Nora, Brennan, and Graeme, Our sincere condolences on the loss of Sam.

Thank you, Sandra and Carlo.

Thinking of you Karen and your family at this very sad time.

Thank you, Wendy and Ken.

Our deepest condolences. Sam was a good man I worked for him and John for many years . He was a good man and will be missed. Rest in peace

Thanks for your kind words, Mike. He appreciated your hard work.

Karen & Family, sorry for your loss, may Sam rest in peace.

Thanks, Chris. Enjoy your new home.

Karen and family we send our condolences our prayers are with the family.

Thank you, Anna

Sorry to hear of Sam’s passing via the XKLers network Hope that you and your family are holding up well My sincere condolences

Thanks, Barry. I am not on the XKL network so I didnt see the post.

I am so sorry to hear about Sam. He was one of my favourite people even though I havent seen him for years. He was one of a kind. Remember the good times. Carol Ross Williamson.

Thanks, Carol. He always spoke highly of you and the good times.

Karen my sincere condolences on Sam’s passing. Worked for his father a couple of summers at Caswell. Remember when Sam and John first started working there too, on the paving crew as I recall. Actually was just looking at my sister Lois Anne’s Grade 8 class photo. Both Sam and John were in that class. RIP Sam.

Thank you, Lorne. Many young guys worked for Caswell/TNR. I saw that Grade 8 picture.

To Karen, Trevor & Erin Buchmann and extended families. Im very sorry to hear of Sam’s passing i knew him for as long as ive lived in KL. I know he was an important part of Kirkland Lake. RIP Sam !!!

Thanks for your kind words, Nicky.

Karen and Family, My deepest Condolences in your loss of Sam. He was always very cheerful and offered a lot to the community. It has been a long hard struggle for all of you and may it help you to know that others are praying for you. May God Bless and Comfort each one of you during these difficult days.

Thank you for your kind words, Bette.

Very sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Never too busy to exchange words in his jovial style, with anyone, Sam was always upbeat and smiling. The town could use more people like him.

Thank you for your kind words, Stan.

My sincere condolences Karen. Thinking of you in these difficult times.

Thanks, Linda. Your sister mentioned you when I was in the bank.

Karen and family, So sorry for your loss Karen, our thoughts are with you and your family.

Thanks, Mary-Ann and Al. Never see you on the road anymore

Thinking of you Karen and the Gamble Family at this very sad and difficult time…Sam is at rest now…So sorry for your loss..

Thank you, Judy.

Dear Karen & family……wishing you peace & a heart full of memories to bring you comfort….Sam was a good man.

Many thanks, Janie and Tony.

Karen, Dave and family, please accept our sympathies. Sam and I had some good polarized discussions over the years but always friendly. And glad for the opportunity to visit with Sam briefly in the hospital. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP Sam

Thanks, Jo-Ann and Bill. Sam always enjoyed his discussions with you, Bill. Thanks for coming up to the hospital.

Our sincere sympathy Karen to you and the Gamble family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sam will be dearly missed. ???? ????

Thank you, Cheryl and Lou.

Sorry to hear this sad new worked for sam when I was younger he was a good man condolence to family and friend

Many thanks, Tom and Jose.

Sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to all of you.

Thanks, Darren.

Karen & family, Rick & I were saddened by the news of Sam’s passing. Please accept our most sincerest condolences. Rick & Charlene (Charmaine as Sam always called me) Owen

Thank you, Charlene and Rick.

Karen and family…i was so shocked and saddened to read the post this morning about Sam. I had no idea he had been ill. Karen I send my love and prayers to my extended family for your loss.

Thanks, Terry. You certainly are a part of our extended family.

Karen and family We are so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Thank you, Kathy and Ivan.

Karen and family: We are so sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dearest Karen, Trevor, Erin, Blair, Mandy, Neil, Heather and kids Our thoughts are very much with you all from half a world away. Hold one another close. We know you boys will take great care of your amazing mum. Much love Peter and Glenn XXX

Thanks, Peter and Glenn.

Very saddened to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers for the family.

Thank you, Marlene.

So sorry for loss Karen our thoughts are with you and familiy

Thank you so much, Terry.

Karen, Trevor, Erin and family, our most sincere condolences on the loss of such a special person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Lindsay, PJ and family

Thank you for your kind words.

Deepest sympathies from Jim and I.

Thanks, Betty and Jim.

So sorry to hear about Sam. Our deepest condolences to Karen and Families.

Thank you, Julia.

So sorry to hear Karen! You and all the family are in my thoughts and prayers!

Thank you, Julianne.

My sincere sympathies to Karen and the family.

Thanks, Gayle. Another strong Conservative gone! Hope you are enjoying Ottawa.

Karen, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Thank you, Susan and Don.

I very much enjoyed discussing anything with Sam. He always got me going and he always expressed in no uncertain terms his views. He was an asset to KL. He always had time to stop and say hi. I’m going to miss that interaction.

Thank you for your kind words, Merry and Billie-Jean. He certainly did like to talk – especially politics.

Our sincere condolence to you Karen and children. Remember the good times. Gloria Semple

Thank you, Gloria.

Karen and Family We are sorry for your loss. Always liked Sam.

Thank you so much, Cathy and Richard.

Karen and family my deepest condolences at this time.

Thanks, Lucy. Not fun times, as you know.

So sorry to hear this Karen and family. My thoughts are with you

Thanks, Sharilee.

Very sorry to hear of Sam’s passing. Condolences to you Karen, your family & friends. Tom will miss seeing Sam at Foodland & having their fishing & hunting talks. Our thoughts are with you all.

Thanks, Holly and Tom. Sam really enjoyed talking with Tom at the store.

So sorry to hear of Sam’s passing, our condolences to Karen and family, Rest in Peace Sam,.

Many thanks, Yvonne and Sid.

To Sam’s family: please accept my sincere condolences in your loss of Sam. He was a good friend and was always ready to have a good chat. A sincere and kind man. Eternal Rest grant unto Sam, Oh Lord, and may Your Perpetual Light shine upon him. God bless

Thank you so much for your kind words, Doug.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Sam was a character with a heart of gold, and he will be missed!

Thank you, Ana and Pat, for your kind words. Your daughter has been such a great help. I am fortunate to have her in our family!

Karen and Family – We were deeply saddened when hearing about Sam’s death. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you all at this very difficult time. May he Rest In Peace! Linda and Marcel Belanger

Thank you, Linda and Marcel.

Karen and family Our condolences. So sorry for your loss

Thanks, Peggy and Stan.

Karen and family We are so sad to hear of your great loss. You are in our prayers.

Dear Karen, Erin, Trevor, family & Dave Gamble Very sad to learn of Sam’s passing. I was another twin on First Street where the Gamble family grew up. Always had great conversations with him. Enjoyed his smile, friendship & his love for life. May your memories be a source of comfort. Ralph & Shirley Doner.

Thank you for your kind words, Shirley and Ralph. Certainly were lots of twins on First Street.

Thank you, Brenda and Dan.