Kathy,
We were sadden to learn of Sam’s death. Please accept our condolences and prayers. 
Elizabeth Wonder

Sam Althoff was a man of service, who was always ready to assist people.  From supporting OLGC workcamps, refereeing teen soccer games, running the St. Mark's furniture ministry, KOVAR fund raising  and leading the Santa Maria Knights of Columbus Council as Grand Knight, Sam stood out for his contributions to the Community.  God bless you, You will be missed my friend. 

Bob Davis

Kathy and family,
So sorry to hear about Sam's passing. I knew Sam at OLGC, always helping out doing many tasks. He will be sadly missed by many, especially the Youth where Sam would drive the Youth to Summer Camps and help out at the campers gatherings.
May the Lord keep him in the palm of his hands and may the family forever maintain the strength to "carry on" a legacy for Sam.
Sincerely,
Ruth Munk, OLGC

Kathy, I am so saddened to hear of Sam’s passing. He was a wonderful, friendly and kind man. It makes me sad that I never stopped to have coffee with you both before or after my power walk. God bless you!

Dear Kathy, Amanda, Stephanie, and Will,

We are so sorry that you have lost Sam. 

He was a big part of our neighborhood and community.

Michele, Drew, Scout, and Cole

My deepest condolences Kathy. Sam touched me and so many others with his energy and spirit of engagement. I can still see him across our kitchen decks puttering about or jogging in the street. He was such an active man and you both complemented each other so well. My heart grieves his passing but I know he is in your heart and spirit and you will see each other again one day. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. 

Sam has a servants heart. He was always willing to help and loved serving alongside the youth of OLGC. I’ll never forget him driving the bus to our many work camps and putting his construction experience to good use by fixing up houses for those in need. His dedication inspired me to volunteer. He will
be missed but never forgotten. 

Sam and I attended school together.  I remember going to his parent's home after school and enjoying a family meal with him and his family.  He always had a smile and was a good friend.  My prayers are with his family during this time.

Kathy, wishing you and your family comfort and peace.
Sam brought a smile to our neighborhood when you visited the beach.  The carrot cake that he made and shared just before your trip is fondly remembered. Sam was a great friend and we will miss him.
Mike & Alice Morris 

I was privileged to know Sam through the Knights of Columbus, an organization that he was immensely dedicated to.  His sense of service was impressive, and his work touched so many lives. 

I appreciate the lessons he taught me in the past year to prepare me for leading our Council.   We will miss Sam and the Knights will be forever grateful that he was one of us.

My memories of Sam go way back decades ago to our family reunions in Gettysburg. We had lots of fun playing softball and horseshoes. I also remember him once offering me some of his meatball hoagie. He will certainly be missed. 


We love you, Sam, and promise to love Amanda as fiercely as you did. Thank you for welcoming me and my family into yours as if we were your own. From helping me move apartments, dancing the night away at Amanda’s wedding, and always being there to help — you are wonderful. We miss you, we love you, we will carry you with us always. 

May God keep Sam in His Grace, and may He comfort you.
We will always remember Sam as a wonderful presence and example of kindness and leadership at OLGC Workcamps!
The Hallahan family

Dear Kathy, Will, Stephanie, and Amanda,

Our hearts are broken over the loss of Mr. Sam. Such a fun loving wonderful person that we all love and will miss. We have so many wonderful beach memories. God received a special angel when he called Sam home.

You are in our thoughts and prayers!

Much Love,

The Petersam Family

We are so sad to hear about Sam’s passing. He was such a wonderful neighbor at their beach house in Delaware.  Kathy, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Cindy Lightfoot

Dear Kathy and family, 

We're very sorry for your loss and will miss seeing Sam in the yard.  Our kids and many others will never forget his time volunteering as a youth soccer referee. 

Thinking of you during this difficult time. 

With sympathy, 
Lisa, Mohammed, Ali, and Zak Maghraoui



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W. Samuel Althoff

September 23, 1950 – September 10, 2022

Murphy Funeral Homes

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