SAM, Irvin

The White Mountain Independent, Show Low, Arizona ~ 01/13/2006 Irvin Sam, age 46, died January 9, 2006 in Winslow. He was born on June 29, 1959, in Winslow to Louise Begay and Bahe Sam. He lived his life and attended school in Holbrook. Irvin trained in forestry in Oregon. He loved to cook, and worked in various restaurants in Holbrook. He was a handyman and cabinetmaker, and loved woodworking. Irvin loved helping his family and friends, especially his nieces and nephews. He is survived by his son, Sean Antonio Sam of Pinedale, N.M.; his parents, Louise Begay of Holbrook and Bahe Sam of Flagstaff; four sisters, Michelle Sam, Jackie (Raleigh) Scott of Holbrook, Jeanette Sam of Phoenix and Richelle Keams of Chinle; one brother, Edmond (Carlene) Sam of Sanders; one special granddaughter, Brianna Sam, and nephew, Orlando Sam, whom he cherished dearly; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ernie Sam; his grandmother, Edna Begay; his grandfather, John X. Nez; and two aunts, Lois Spencer and Jeanette (JB) Keams. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, at Faith Assembly of God Church in Holbrook. Owens Mortuary of Holbrook is in charge of the arrangements.