LANZA, Salvatore ‘Sam’

Born on February 19, 1948. Passed away May 23, 2024.

Passed away after a short illness, surrounded by love ones, at The Alfred, Melbourne, aged 76 years.
Much loved husband of Sandra (dec).
Loving father and father-in-law of Peter and Susannah, Paul (dec) and Angela, Michael and Suzanne.  Grandfather and great grandfather to their families.

Funeral Notice
Graveside, Murray Pines Lawn Cemetery Deakin Avenue, MilduraView Map

Family and friends of the late Mr Sam Lanza are respectfully informed that his graveside funeral service will be conducted at Murray Pines Lawn Cemetery, Deakin Avenue, Mildura, on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 1.30pm.

If preferred in lieu of flowers, donations to Sunraysia Cancer Resources would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Envelopes provided.

Tributes
  1. Condolences and love to Peter and Micheal and their families.
    Sam will be sadly missed by evdryone who knew him.
    Cheryl Parker and family.♥️

    Cheryl Parker May 27, 2024
  2. Condolences to Pete, Michael and families for the great loss of your father, top bloke who we are sure will be greatly missed!
    Tim,& Jacinda

    Tim Clayden May 27, 2024
  3. Condolences to Peter, Michael and your families. Also to Kim and Darryl and your families. Sam your journey has come to an
    End, but you will live on in the many wonderful memories we have of you.
    You will be missed. 😥❤️
    Love Dianna and family

    Dianna Maiorana May 27, 2024
  4. A genuine & lovely man I met few times when lived Mildura. Rest in peace Sam.

    Garry Jackson May 28, 2024
  5. Condolences to the Lanza family,thinking of you all at this sad time, Sam will be sadly missed…💙

    Kaye Parker and family. May 28, 2024
  6. Rest in peace sam, you will certainly leave a huge gap in many people’s lives.
    Sorry that I can’t be at your service.

    Colleen Alderson May 28, 2024
  7. A great man who always had a smile for you. Will be missed by all. Rest in Peace mu death cousin 💔

    Maria DePetro May 30, 2024
  8. It has been a long while since our paths crossed Sam; as teenagers you spent a lot of time with my brother David and myself.
    The memories remain and bring a smile to our faces.
    Condolences to all your family and friends from the Smith family.
    Rest in peace Sam.
    Frances Smith

    Frances Smith May 30, 2024
  9. My deepest condolences for the loss of a true gem.
    May Sam’s spirit always live on in our memories & heart
    Connie Costanzo & Jenny Penny

    Connie Costanzo May 30, 2024
  10. My deepest condolences to Peter & Susannah & Family, Paul (RIP), Michael & Suzanna & Family, and extended family & friends.

    What can I say about Sam?
    Sam was like my big brother I never had.

    Sam always respected everybody, and not only made you feel welcome when we visited from Melbourne, he also offered his home. We felt his home was our ‘home away from home’ and our ritual was playing cards, “May I” every night. He always made sure we left with a car boot full of produce that he had grown, especially hot chillies – Sam never ate hot chillies, but he grew them for his friends & family.

    As Sam had always been a bit of a joker, he likes to stir people up in a friendly and funny way. We were fortunate to have memorable trips with Sam, both domestic and international. Our favorite holiday was travelling to Paris, Italy and Dubai for almost 6 weeks together, always stirring each other. It was such a fantastic trip that we rebooked twice ( paid for) but covid outbreak flight was cancelled and now health problems took them away for him in this life time.
    We will travel when we meet again.

    Rest In Peace Sam, you will certainly be missed, leaving a big hole in everyones life

    Love

    Frank, Sue & Family. XXX

    Frank & Sue Amato May 30, 2024
  11. A wonderful cousin who loved to joke and stir. You will be greatly missed. Condolences to Peter, Michael and their families.
    Phyllis SUDANO❤️

    Phyllis SUDANO June 1, 2024
  12. Deepest Sympathy Lanza families thoughts are with you on the passing of Sam.love Shirley and family x🌹

    Shirley Wakefield June 2, 2024
  13. True heart felt condolences to Sam’s family. Always had a smile and good chats whenever we saw each other ( even if it was a long time between meetings). Rest in peace, your with your beloved now. ❤️❤️

    emma Mezzapesa & family June 2, 2024