March 27, 1937 – May 10th, 2021

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our loving husband, father, grandfather (Gedo), brother and friend.

Sam was born in Wakaw, Sask. on March 27, 1937.  He came to British Columbia as a teen, and after completing Business School in Vancouver, he worked his way through sales to own his own businesses, traveling the province many times over. Sam passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2021 with his wife and daughters at his side after a lengthy battle with cancer and heart disease.

Sam leaves behind his wife Louise, daughter Lynda Daneliuk; stepdaughters Michelle New and Erin McGarvey; grandsons Michael (Samantha) and Charles (Jennifer) New, Christopher Bell; granddaughters Sierra Moffett and Robyn (Brandon) Bell-Wong. Great grandsons Nathan, Derek, and Aiden. Also survived by his sister, Eva Shulman; brother-in-law Paul Malysh.

He was predeceased by his daughter Sheri Bell; son Samuel Daneliuk, Jr;brothers John and Bill; sisters Effie and Anne.

Sam loved being a father and grandfather.  He got a special joy out of being there for his children and grandkids when they needed him the most.  He was a man who could talk to anyone, listen to their problems with reservation, never judge but rather offer gentle words of support.  He was hard working and steadfast in his desire to live life to the fullest with his wife Louise by his side.  Just like he dealt with all experiences in life, Sam faced his illness head on showing strength and grace, never complaining about the challenges he faced from day to day but rather, focusing on spending as much quality time as possible with his family right up to the very end.  He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the many people who knew him well over the years.

The family would like to thank Sam’s physician and friend, Dr. Jacobus F. Malan for his care of our father over the past 8 years; Tricia from Home & Community Care for her amazing help; Elsie Kinaschuk and Greg Fenrick for all their visits and friendship.

Due to COVID health regulations there will be a small graveside service conducted by Rev. Andrzej Wasylinko of Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church for family. A celebration of Life will be planned for a later date.

In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the Marjorie Willoughby Snowden Hospice House or Royal Inland Hospital Foundation in Sam’s name.

You may offer a message of condolence by visiting Alternatives Funeral & Cremation.

• Date : 2021-05-10
• Location : Kamloops