Samuel Fung-Lin Tai
(1950 - 2012)

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Samuel Fung-Lin Tai
Nickname: Sam

Birth:
Hong Kong
January 9, 1950

Passing:
Ontario, Canada
August 26, 2012

Interests:
Hiking Trails and Chinese Chess
Memorial
God Needed Another Angel and Samuel was Chosen

It is with deep sadness our family announces the peaceful passing of Sam Tai at the age of 62 on Sunday August 26, 2012. Cherished husband of Sabrina. Proud and devoted father of Kevin. Sam is fondly remembered by brothers, sisters, many nieces, nephews and those whom he touched with his drive and cheerful laughter.

Friends will be received at:

The Glen Oaks Memorial Gardens Chapel and Reception Centre

3164 Ninth Line, Oakville ON L6H 7A8
Saturday September 1st, 2012
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM, cremation to follow.
Map Link: http://goo.gl/maps/IvM4p


In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.

Guest Book Wall (What is this?)
Kevin Tai
August 27th, 2012
"This is the memorial I set up for Samuel Fung-Lin Tai. To sign the guest book, click on the "Sign Guest Book" button below. "

Daisy Del Prado
(Friends)
August 28th, 2012
"Dear Sabrina & Kevin,

John and I would like to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of Sam. We hope that your wonderful memories of him will bring you comfort and peace at this difficult time. We are thinking of you and praying for you every day.

Daisy & John"

Denise Pang
(Friends)
August 28th, 2012
"Dearest Kevin and Auntie Sabrina,
My heart is heavy with this passing news. Dominic and I wish to send you our heartfelt condolences and strength through this time.
With Love, Denise & Dominic."

Andy Chan
(old friend)
August 28th, 2012
"Dear Sabrina,

My deep condolence goes out to you and your family. May Sam rest in our Lord's arms. It's a sad day for me. God bless you!

Andy Chan"

Erica Lee
(Friends)
August 29th, 2012
"Dearest Sabrina and Kevin,

I am truly saddened by the news. I really miss Sam and all the great gathering time we had. Please remember that you are in my thoughts and my prayers. Take care of youself.

Love
Erica and Loren
"

Grace Moreland
(Co-worker)
August 29th, 2012
"I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Sabrina, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family and may you find strength with the love of family and friends to help you get through this very difficult time. Grace"

Angie Mantei
(Friend)
August 29th, 2012
"Dear Sabrina,

Our hearts go out to you at this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts constantly and we are praying that the Lord would bring comfort and strength to Kevin and yourself.

With love,
Angie, Vern, Justin, Aaron & Evie "

Nancy Larsen
(co-worker)
August 29th, 2012
"Sabrina and Kevin, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss, and my sincere heartfelt condolences on the loss of your cherished husband and father, Sam. Your memories of him will remain in your heart forever, and I pray will bring you some comfort and peace at this most difficult time.
Sincerely, Nancy, Amanda and Rob. "

Michelle Grenier
(Friend/Coworker)
August 29th, 2012
"Sabrina, I am very sorry to hear about the unexpected passing of your husband. This is a very difficult time for you. Please know that you have friends and family that will support you and be by your side when you are weak.
"The life given us by nature is short, but the memory of a love filled life is eternal"

Michelle and Dan
"

April Gucciardo
(Co-worker)
August 29th, 2012
"Dear Sabrina and Kevin,

Please accept our deepest condolences on the lost your husband and father. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. May your memories of Sam bring you comfort.

April and Warren

"

Trish Thompson
(Co-worker/Friend)
August 29th, 2012
"Dear Sabrina & Kevin,

We are so truly sorry to hear of the passing of your husband/father. Please accept our most sincere condolences. May you find the strength together and with the help of family & friends to get through this most difficult time. You'll be in our thoughts & prayers.

Trish & James"

Oliver Catalig
August 29th, 2012
"Kev,

Your father's in a much better place and at peace...I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers!"

Dorothy Allen
August 29th, 2012
"Dear Sabrina and Kevin,

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. My thoughts are with you through this most difficult time. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Sincerely, Dorothy"

Michelle Sebastian
(Friend)
August 29th, 2012
"As I always say... "I love Sam!"
Rest in peace Sam, you are at a better place now.
I will truly miss you! and I thank God for giving me the opportunity of knowing a friend like you.
I will always cherish the memories I have with you."

Caroline Czajko
(Co-worker)
August 29th, 2012
"Sabrina,

My sincere condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers in this most difficult time.

Caroline"

Sue Ma
(Friend)
August 29th, 2012
"Sabrina & Kevin,

We are so sorry for the passing of Sam. We will always remember Sam's smile, his laughs and his friendly character.

Please accept our sincere condolences.

Sue & Dick


"

Izabela Jakubowska
(neighbors )
August 29th, 2012
"To Sabrina and Kevin,

We are truely sorry for your loss. Your father was a great men, a great neighbor, and a great person to see in the morning, always with a smile on his face, never matter what time of day! We truely loved being your neighbors and we couldnt have asked for better ones. We will hold you in our prayers. Your dads and husbands smile will live on in everyone's heart! "

Kat Leung
(Friend)
August 29th, 2012
"Dear aunty Sabrina and kevin

Uncle Sam was a part of my childhood growing up,
I will always remember his kindness and generosity, He was
A good man, that's how I will remember him, I will keep y'all
In my prayers, god bless kar"

Kevin and Millicent Leung
(family)
August 29th, 2012
"Dear auntie Sabrina and Kev,

Milli and i were saddened when we heard about uncle Sam. Our deepest condolences go out to you both. Be happy and proud that through his death, your dad has the chance to save many others. Our hearts are with you.

Kevin & Milli Leung "

Sachin Jajware
(Friends)
August 29th, 2012
"Dear Kevin and Respective Family Members,
Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. Sorry for your loss. Based on what you told me Kevin, and the pictures I have seen to date, it's definitely apparent that your pops was an amazing, friendly, and a wonderful person.
Take Care,
Sachin "

Pierre G
(Friend)
August 29th, 2012
"Kev, Mrs. Tai,

I'm very sorry about your loss. A life cut too short is so very hard to comprehend. Our thoughts are with you.

Pierre & Monika "

Jason Tse
(Friend)
August 30th, 2012
"Kevin and Mrs. Tai,

I'm very sad to hear the news, my condolences to you and your family. Growing up I remember Mr. Tai being the laid back, super friendly and super cool dad of Kev's who always made us feel welcomed @ Italia Crescent. Stay strong and know we are all here to support you.

Jason"

Jennyfer Leung
(Friend)
August 30th, 2012
"To Sabi & Kevin,

Sam was a great man that God chose to have by his side. He will always be remembered as the person who always had a smile on his face, no matter what. We will keep you all in our prayers. God bless.

Jen, Gabe, Kaycee & Jake "

Sahibzada Shahab
(Neighbour)
August 30th, 2012
"Sabrina and Kev,
We felt really sad at the sudden demise of Sam. May God give you the courage to bear this loss, we are there for any support. In our short contact we found him a wonderful,helpful and kind hearted person. Everytime I saw him he would give a nice smile. May God rest his soul in peace.
Shahab and Saima"

David Coito
(Friend)
August 30th, 2012
"Dear Kevin & Mrs. Tai,
On behalf of the Coito Family our deepest condolences. May his spirit and memories carry on through you. Will keep Sam in our prayers.

Regards,
David,Hayley,Dallas,Dylan"

Lynn Bartoshuk
(Co-worker)
August 31st, 2012
"I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. Sabrina, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family and may you find strength with the love of family and friends to help you get through this very difficult time.
Lynn"

Debbie Ju Ng
September 1st, 2012
"*~My thoughts and prayers are with you Auntie Sabrina and Kev. We miss you Uncle Sam.~* love, debbie ju"

Heather Grimoldby
September 3rd, 2012
"Sabrina and Kevin,

We are so sorry for your loss. Although we did not meet Sam, I have felt your love for him everytime you spoke of him Sabrina. Please know you are in our thoughts and lean on all the support around you through this difficult time."

Stephen Evans
(Co-Worker)
September 3rd, 2012
"Kevin,
Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Take Care,
Stephen
"

Beata Baruk
(friend)
September 4th, 2012
"I'm very sorry to hear about your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your son. Stay strong, my heart is with you.

Beata."

mafalda fernandes
(friend)
September 4th, 2012
"Dear Sabrina,

I am so sad to learn of your husband's sudden
passing. You are in my prayers, my friend. May you find strength in the support of family and friends during this very difficult time.
Love,
Mafalda
"

Vickie Goncalves
September 4th, 2012
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless. Vickie"

Dennis Murphy
(friend)
September 4th, 2012
"Sabrina,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Dennis"

Debbie & Gus Aboui
(Friends)
September 4th, 2012
"So sorry to hear of Sam's passing. It leaves a hole in our hearts but we're better for having known him and enjoyed his company. Thoughts and prayers are with you."

Brenda Pereira
(Friend )
September 4th, 2012
"Dear Sabrina

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, you are in my prayers.

Brenda P. "

Roseanne Geoffroy
(fitness andend)
September 4th, 2012
"Sabrina;
I am deeply saddend to hear of the sudden loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May God give you the strength and courage with each passing day. God Bless."

Ayesha Khan
(Friend)
September 4th, 2012
"Sam I met you twice but your simple, sweet and warm personality made me and my husband Farhan connected with you right away,you and your health was always a very important part of our discussions with sabi and it was so apparent via her ways that how much she loved and cared for you....We will miss you so much and you are alive in our hearts/discussions forever....Sabi: we are always there for you no matter what, Sam is at a better place now all happy, healthy, smiling and at peace..... "

joyce jay
(friend)
September 4th, 2012
"Sabrina,
May special memories be kept close to your heart always....I"m so sorry for your loss.

Joyce Jay


"

Louise Merenda
September 4th, 2012
"My heartfelt sympathy for your loss, Kevin. May your fondest memories of your dad bring you peace and warm your soul. He's with you 4ever.
Thinking of you,

Louise "

Mary Ann Cousins
(friend)
September 5th, 2012
"Sabrina and family

It is with great sorrow that I extend my condolences on the loss of your loved one. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time.

Mary Ann Cousins "

asma iftikhar
(friend)
September 7th, 2012
"Dear sabrina
May god give you strength in this time to bear the loss of a life partner, my prayers for all the family and may he rest in peace "

Karen Johnston
September 11th, 2012
"Sabrina,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow. I understand the pain that you are feeling. Remember the good times, the laughter and all the first's that you experienced in your life with Sam. Sam will always be looking over your shoulder, watching and guiding you. God bless you Sabrina and your family."

Davd Terlizzi
(Friend)
September 11th, 2012
"Sabrina,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family Sabrina. Through the grace of time and friends your special memories will prevail and provide solace. Our thoughts are with you and Kevin.

David and Elisa"

Rajasekar Chinnappa
(Friend)
September 21st, 2012
"I was so sorry to hear about your sad loss. I realize that words are so inadequate at a time like this, but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

May god give you the strength to bear the loss.

Raj
"

Letty & Johnny Seto
(Friend)
October 4th, 2012
"Sabrina
Johnny and I were shocked to hear the tragic news and we offer our sincere condolescences. Sam was such an easy going person and had a very pleasant personality with full of laughter. It is good that you can keep busy with your job and your son is with you.

Our thoughts are with you.

Take care of yourself,
Letty and Johnny
"

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Guest Book (45 entries)
Sabrina
Johnny and I were shocked to hear the tragic news and we offer our sincere condolescences. Sam was such an easy going person and had a very pleasant personality with full of laughter. It is good that you can keep busy with your job and your son is with you.

Our thoughts are with you.

Take care of yourself,
Letty and Johnny
Letty & Johnny Seto (Friend)
October 4th, 2012
I was so sorry to hear about your sad loss. I realize that words are so inadequate at a time like this, but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

May god give you the strength to bear the loss.

Raj
Rajasekar Chinnappa (Friend)
September 21st, 2012
Sabrina,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family Sabrina. Through the grace of time and friends your special memories will prevail and provide solace. Our thoughts are with you and Kevin.

David and Elisa
Davd Terlizzi (Friend)
September 11th, 2012
Sabrina,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow. I understand the pain that you are feeling. Remember the good times, the laughter and all the first's that you experienced in your life with Sam. Sam will always be looking over your shoulder, watching and guiding you. God bless you Sabrina and your family.
Karen Johnston
September 11th, 2012
Dear sabrina
May god give you strength in this time to bear the loss of a life partner, my prayers for all the family and may he rest in peace
asma iftikhar (friend)
September 7th, 2012
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"豐年哥,兒時生活片段銘記於心........ 我們永遠懷念你! 弟友明合家 September 21th,2012"
Tai Yau Ming
September 21st, 2012
"God gave me a chance to meet Sam on a Church Fund raising outing with grace. Though I didn't know him too well, 25 years since last time seeing him, yet I am touch to his loss. May he rest in peace & next to God."
Vincent Chan
September 13th, 2012
"在大雨中同阿叔講再見，雖然傷心，但阿叔開朗嘅笑聲永遠在我們心中....... 大自然、惠儀 Sept 4, 2012"
大自然 戴
September 4th, 2012
"The pictures are beautiful. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lisa"
Lisa Mustard
September 4th, 2012
"細佬！我們永遠懷念您！"
啟哥及 六姐
September 1st, 2012
"Kev and Mrs. Tai, I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mr. Tai is now in heaven and with our family dog, Bretty. He was a great and caring Dad and will now be watching over you always. Arlene"
Arlene Martinez
August 31st, 2012
"豐年叔的樂於助人的心，永全世上；也永遠在我們的心裡!"
Nature & Amy Tai
August 31st, 2012
"You will always be remembered Sam!"
Jennyfer Leung
August 30th, 2012
"Dear Kevin and Mrs. Tai, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Cherish the memories and know that in your heart he is never far away, his influence and kindness has made you who you are today."
Kari Detzler
August 30th, 2012
"Dear Kevin and the Tai family, My sincere condolences on your loss. I only met your Dad a few times Kevin but he was friendly, gentle and warm, and his pictures would suggest that he loved and appreciated life and made the most of it. Adam"
Adam Hess
August 30th, 2012

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