SAM A. TOMASELLI age 87, beloved husband for 70 blessed years of Marie (nee DelNostro) Tomaselli; loving father of Salvatore (Mary Jo), Antonia “Toni” Perossa (Lino), Laura Ritz (Ernie), and Kenneth (Kelly MacDonald); devoted grandfather of Jon (Tracy), Patrick (Shawna), Stephen (Allison), Maria Perossa, Dana Karabatso, Michelle Continenza (Vincent), Nina, and Gino and great-grandfather of Lucia, Dominic, Joshua, Connor, Ariana, George, Anaya, Taylyn, Avery, and Angelina; cherished son of the late Dominic and Lucy (nee Vitolo) Tomaselli; dearest brother of Patricia “Pat” Bystricky (Chuck) and the late Clara; brother-in-law of Anthony DelNostro, dear uncle, great-uncle and friend of many.
Sam was a plasterer, a uniformed detective for the Cleveland Heights Police Department for 25 years, head of security at Oakwood Country Club, and front desk security at the Laurel School. Sam and Marie were faithful parishioners of Ss Robert and William for 30 years. He was an avid golfer, excellent wine maker, and Cleveland Browns Fan. Sam was his happiest when he was surrounded by the people he loves, especially for Sunday dinner. He was hardworking, loving, giving, and had a great sense of humor. He will be dearly missed by so many who love and admire him.
Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Ss Robert and William Catholic Church located at 367 E. 260th St., Euclid at 10AM. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Sam at THE DeJOHN-FLYNN-MYLOTT FUNERAL HOME OF WILLOUGHBY HILLS, 28890 CHARDON ROAD (between Bishop Rd. and Rt. 91) Friday, May 13, 2022 from 3PM until 8PM.
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Mary Perossaborte
Dearest friend welcomed me with open arms and heart! Enjoyed his stories and memories from Murray Hill! I treasure the smile and encouragement now and always!
Geraldine Fisco
My deepest sympathy to all of Sam’s family. Sam was the only relative to reach out to me when my son died many years ago but I have not forgotten his generosity. He was that type of person. Say “goodbye” for me, I am unable to be there. Love from cousin, Geraldine (Vitolo) Fisco, daughter of Jerry & Marion Vitolo
Bill Faehnrich
Praying God’s blessings on Sam’s family
Michele Kline
I will always remember Sam as a genuinely kind man. I’m thankful for having the opportunity to have cared for him during my family practice days. My deepest condolences to his family.
Kathy Wise- Shaffer-Guido
My Deepest Sympathy to the family. I enjoyed working with Sam at Cleveland Hts. PD.