
SALVATORE “SAM” SBERNA age 78, loving father of Carmen D.; cherished son of the late Carmen and Nancy (nee Mottillo); dearest brother of Margaret “Maggie” Collaros (husband Tex, deceased), James and the late Nick (wife Vincie). He was a U.S. Army Veteran.
Sam was born on August 30, 1941 in the Murray Hill area of Cleveland and passed away on July 22, 2020. He was a resident of South Euclid for 47 years after growing up in Mayfield Heights. Sam graduated from Cathedral Latin High School in 1959 and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from John Carroll University in 1963. While serving in the U.S. Army as a 2nd Lieutenant, Sam was stationed at Fort Knox during the Vietnam Conflict and retired from military service as a Captain in the U.S. Army Reserves. Sam was a parishioner at Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish. He was a member of Italian American Brotherhood, Italian Sons & Daughters – University Lodge, Italian/American War Vets Post #34 and an associate in the Fraternal Order of Police Local #27. Sam worked for Revco as a transportation manager and worked for the county. He was an avid reader, loved gardening and working outdoors. Sam will be remembered most as a social, kind, caring, honest and a good man who had great integrity. Salvatore means ‘Savior’ and he was the savior of the family. He will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Sam to Geauga Humane Society Rescue Village 15463 Chillicothe Rd., Russell Twp., OH 44072. All services private. Cremation by DeJohn Crematory. Arrangements by THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS.
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Mike Granito
Sam will always be remembered for his kindness and attentiveness to each person he met. As a member of the Italian Americans War Veterans Post 34 he made everyone feel welcome. He was an all around nice guy who I enjoyed talking to.
JimmyTeresi
Sam was a wonderful man and a wonderful friend. I will miss the phone calls and the wonderful lunches we had together. God takes all the good men! I wish Sam peace and love as he enters the pearly gates of heaven.
Paul F Martin Sr
Condolences to Sam’s family. Fellow class of 59’
Debra Grilly
Dear Margaret,
I’m sending deep condolences to you and your family at the loss of your brother. I hope that all of your loving memories will lend some comfort to you all.
Sincerely, Deb Grilly
Dorothy B Shillman
I hope that you will be consoled knowing that Sam was loved not only by his family but by so many that knew him and were thankful for his friendship and care that he showed so many. May God smile down on you and comfort the members of his loving family.