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In memory of
Lorraine Palmer Sams
October 20, 1932 – September 10, 2021 - 88 years old
Dear family and friends, it is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful loss of our beloved mother, Lorraine Palmer Sams at 5:00 a.m. at Hotel Dieu Gaspe on Friday, September 10, 2021 in Gaspe, Québec surrounded by her loving six children Danny Sams (Bonita, John, Evelyne and Janna), Sherry Sams (Steve, Caitlin, Marcia and Steve and their families), Colleen Drohan (Pat Drohan, Kerrilee, Zak, Shaun, Mike, Julie, Kayla, Nicolas and Alexi), Peter Sams (Rachelle, Jordan and Sarah), Colin Sams (Cathy), Heather Sams (Kim Davis) and their families. Predeceased by first husband Maurice Sams and second husband William (Bill) Sams. Support from her extended family include Lowell Sams (Shirley and family), Kim Sams (Colleen and family) and new found brother Doug Pascoe (Kassidy and her family). It has been a difficult year for Mom as she battled to live and be with us as her health deteriorated. We all recognized this past week Mom is not invincible. You stand there and tell her you love her and you will somehow be ok. You stand by her side while she takes her last breath, and then it hits you. You are not going to be okay. We have lost the matriarch of our family, yet thankful we all have a strong bond amongst us due to her love, kindness, compassion and integrity. For anyone that has met her no explanation is required. Stoic, quiet, humble, generous and loving. Mom, you will be beautifully remembered and we will carry you in our hearts. In the days, weeks, and months that follow, your death will be a heartbreak like you cannot even imagine. We love you Mom! XO

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Valère Fortin Funeral Home in Gaspe. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, September 15, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Thursday, September 16, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. followed by the funeral service and burial at St. Andrew's Anglican Church, 1010 Blvd de York O, Gaspe, QC G4X 2M5.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Fondation Santé Côte-de-Gaspé in memory of Lorraine Palmer Sams https://www.cisss-gaspesie.gouv.qc.ca/.../fondation.../
For coordinates please put 1 Coffin Street Gaspe, Quebec G4X 1Y7
email: spiritmindenergy@gmail.com
Xoxo our family loves you
Thank you for the excellent care provided by the staff at the Hotel Dieu Emergency and 7th floor.
Message from Marion & Robert Twyman October 03, 2021

Our sincere condolences to all the family. She was such a lovely person inside & out & will be greatly missed by all.

Message from Blake Carter October 01, 2021

The Sams family home was a hub, and Mrs. Sams welcomed all who entered like extended family.

Fond memories of her lighthearted disposition and extraordinary hospitality.

Sincerest condolences.

Blake Carter
Toronto

Message from Rodrigue Joncas September 17, 2021

Toutes nos pensées sont tournées vers vous pour vous apporter un peu de réconfort dans l'épreuve que vous vivez.

Sachez que dans le deuil vous n'êtes pas seuls puisque vous pouvez compter sur notre sincère amitié.

Veuillez accepter nos plus sincères condoléances.

Message from Laura Chajkowski September 16, 2021

Heather and Kim, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. We are so happy to have heard that you spent some quality time with your mom this summer and its those memories and the many many more that you will cherish in the days to come. Sending a virtual hug. Laura and Tim

Message from Henriette et Maxime September 16, 2021

Toutes nos sympathies à la famille Sams.
Toutes nos pensées sont avec vous

Message from bruce patterson September 16, 2021

Shirley and I want to express our deepest sympathy to all Lorraine,s children and all the Sam,s
families..

Message from Clinique médicale Centre-Ville September 16, 2021

Our deepest sympathies

Message from Benoit and Gail Dorion September 15, 2021

Our Deepest Sympathy to all the family and friends of Mrs Sams. May She Rest in Peace.

Message from Linda Clements/ Jean-Guy Vallée September 14, 2021

C'est avec tristesse que nous venons vous offrir nos condoléances à l'occasion du décès de votre mère. Cette belle grande dame que nous croisions régulièrement lors de ses promenades en voiture à Haldimand.

Message from Mary September 14, 2021

I can tell that mrs saint sams was so loved by so many people in gaspe. r.i.p

Message from Aimé Cloutier September 14, 2021

Mes condoléances !!

Message from Bruce et Lina September 14, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to you all. Losing a mother ... there is no word. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bruce, Lina and Catherine

Message from Lynn Chenier September 14, 2021

I never met your mom, but I can tell how wonderful she must have been just by knowing you. We reflect the best parts of our parents thanks to the loving way they raised us. Take comfort in your memories as you grieve.

Message from Gina Fortin and Donal Leduc September 14, 2021

Our deepest sympathies to all the family.

May she rest in peace!

Gina and Donald

Message from Lorraine Bernier September 14, 2021

Nous vous offrons nos plus sincères condoléances.

Lorraine, Georges et Kevin Packwood

Message from FADOQ Région Gaspésie Îles-de-la-Madeleine September 14, 2021

We here at the Fédération de l’Âge d’or du Québec région Gaspésie – Îles-de-la-Madeleine were truly sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Lorraine Palmer Sams.

Please allow me, on behalf of all of us at the FADOQ GÎM, to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

From all of us at the FADOQ GîM, please accept our most sincere condolences.

Message from Patricia et Guy September 13, 2021

Sincères condoléances à toute la famille

Message from Michael Sheehan September 13, 2021

Sincere condolences to all the Sams family.

Message from michel fournier September 13, 2021

condoleances a toute la famille specialement a sherry et peter

Message from Chantal Noel September 13, 2021

mes sympathies! xx

Message from Christine and Glenn Albert September 13, 2021

Our deepest sympathy Heather and Kim and the Sams family for the loss of your beloved mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Xo

Message from Linda Larsen September 13, 2021

Our Deepest Sympathy to all the Family!

Message from Marc Briand September 13, 2021

My deepest condolences to the Children, the Palmer and Sams families. It was always a pleasure to meet Lorraine and Mo.
Marc.

Message from Judy and Yvan Frenette September 13, 2021

Our deepest sympathies to all the family and friends.May she rest in peace.
Judy and Yvan Frenette.

Message from Marlène Queenton Lacasse September 13, 2021

Je garderai toujours un bon souvenir de cette grande dame (dans tous les sens du mot). Mes profondes sympathies à toute la famille.

Message from Ambrose & Joan Boyle September 13, 2021

Our Deepest Sympathy to all the Family!

Message from Blake and Nadine Patterson September 13, 2021

our deepest sympathy to the family. you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

Message from Sandra Eden Lavigne September 13, 2021

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Lorraine, my thoughts and prayers are with you all~~

Message from Joan Carey September 12, 2021

My sincere condolences to al the family of Lorraine. She was dearly loved. She can Rest In Peace. 🙏

Message from Joan Carey September 12, 2021

My sincere condolences to you all. Needless to say she was dearly loved. She may Rest In Peace. 🙏

Message from Rita cloutier September 12, 2021

Les souvenirs resteront toujours. Nous vous offrons nos plus profondes sympathies en ces moments difficiles. Que nos pensées vous accompagnent dans cette épreuve. Bon courage afin de surmonter une si pénible épreuve !

Message from Louise Thibault & Raoul Joncas September 12, 2021

Our sincere condolences to all the family,our thoughts & prayers are with you all, RIP Laney xx

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