CALAFIORE- Salvatore (Sam).

Born 16th October 1942, Solarino, Sicily. Passed away suddenly at home in Mirboo North on 11th June 2025, aged 82.

 

Beloved Husband of Celia for 56 years.

Loving Father and Father-In-Law of Maria & Frank, Carmelo & Roula, Paul & Dani, Robert & Rebecca.

Adored Nonno of Amalia & Caterina, Jack & Alana, Kade & Logan.

 

Eterno Riposo.

 

 

 

 

Funeral Notice
St. Joseph's Catholic Church- 16-18 Ridgway, Mirboo NorthView Map

A Funeral Mass to celebrate the life of Salvatore (Sam) Calafiore will be held at St Joseph's Catholic Church, 16 Ridgway, Mirboo North on Friday, 20th June 2025, commencing at 11:00 am.

The Rosary will be recited in the above church prior to Mass at 10:30 am.

Following the Mass, the funeral will proceed to the Mirboo North Cemetery.

   
Tributes
  1. Our condolences to the family very sad 😢 so sorry to hear the news ❤️💜🩷♥️

    Margie Denbrok June 15, 2025
  2. We extend our deepest condolences and sympathy to the Calafiore family. Sam will always be remembered for being respectful with a sense of humor and always up for a chat telling stories about the times when life was simpler. May you all find comfort and support from each other during this very sad time,

    With deepest sympathy.
    Mannuzza Family

    Frank Mannuzza June 15, 2025
  3. Our sincere condolences to the Calafiore family.
    Rhonda and Stewart Evans and family.

    Rhonda Evans June 15, 2025
  4. As the leaves of memories fall
    Gently we bend , and gather them all.
    Love and condolences to all the family🙏

    Barbara Pullinger June 15, 2025
  5. Sincere condolences to Celia and all of Sam’s family. Remembering Sam as a hard working respectful man who taught me how to drive tractors and went with me to get my truck licence back in the late 1960’s . I spent a number of years working along side of him at the Calafiore family patato farm on Old Foster rd. Rest in peace Sam.

    Sam & Josie Barbagallo

    Sam Barbagallo June 15, 2025
  6. Dear Sam
    You gave us friendship and support when we arrived as strangers to the area. You were a rock in our lives whilst we lived at Mirboo North. Thank you for your generosity and care. Carol and Rick Elliot

    Carol Elliot June 15, 2025
  7. Out deepest sympathy to Celia and family.
    Sam was a valued member of the Australian Italian Group of Mirboo North.
    Remembering his sense of humour.

    Jillian Matthiesj June 15, 2025
  8. Dear Celia and family.
    Our deepest sympathy of the sad loss of Uncle Sam.
    What can we say, we have lost a dear friend, remembering the good times.
    We will not forget Uncle Sam’s saying.
    Listen to me, and listen good.
    We will certainly miss you Uncle Sam
    Aunty Jill, Robert and family

    Jillian Matthiesj June 15, 2025
  9. The Tumino family sends it’s condolences, love from Joe, Grace and Annita Tumino.

    GIUSEPPE, GRACE AND ANNITA TUMINO June 16, 2025
  10. Sam, was a valued member of the Australian, Italian seniors group of Mirboo North.

    A man with a great sense of humour.
    Love of his country of birth, and his community of Mirboo North.

    Jillian Matthiesj June 16, 2025
  11. Vale Sam,
    Deepest condolences to Celia & family.
    Sam was a fantastic client who became a great friend.
    Will be sorely missed.

    Kim Bland June 16, 2025
  12. Braveness, kindness and enormous generosity will never be forgotten.
    A kind of smile you Always jeep in tour mind.
    Thanks Sam for your example.
    Please give hugs to my papà Nicola you loved too.
    God is great!

    VINCENZO IOPPOLO June 16, 2025
  13. Braveness, kindness and enormous generosity will never be forgotten.

    A kind of smile you always keep in your mind.
    Thanks Sam for your example.

    Please give hugs to my papà Nicola you loved too.

    God is great!

    VINCENZO IOPPOLO June 16, 2025
  14. Our condolences to all of SAMS family .
    He was a very friendly man .
    Danny & Silvia Timperio

    D Timperio June 16, 2025
  15. We are so sorry to hear the sudden passing of Sam .
    Remembering all the good times with sam whiskey sessions , out for dinners , highlights introducing us to the casinos .
    We will miss seeing your big smile.
    R.I.P sam with love from pat and petey overton
    Nelson nz

    Pat and peter overton June 17, 2025
  16. Condolences to Celia and family

    Jennie Ward June 17, 2025
  17. To the family of Mr Calafiore. Mr Giuseppe, Grace and Annita Tumino would like to give our condolences to the family. Much love from us all.

    Annita Tumino June 19, 2025
  18. Cellia Paul Dani and family. Our Condolences and love. We wiĺ be with you in spirit tomorrow. Sam a beautiful happy gentleman. Pat and Alan.

    Pat McNamara June 19, 2025
  19. Sam we will miss you.Condolences to the entire Calafiore family .Carla and Alex

    Carla Mancarella Wowk June 20, 2025
  20. To Celia Carmelo Paul Robert Maria Calafiore and extended family our deepest Condolences for your Loss. Such a great person larger than life our thoughts and love are with you.
    Nuccio Grasso

    Nuccio Grasso June 21, 2025
  21. Sam was a warm-hearted and generous man, always ready to help others with a smile. His love for people, deep devotion to his family, and kind spirit made a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
    His presence will be deeply missed.
    Sincere condolences to the Family.
    Rest in peace, Sam.

    Salvino Briganti June 23, 2025
  22. Celia, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family at the sudden passing of Sam. He will be sadly missed. Chris and Tom Collins.❤️

    Chris Collins June 28, 2025