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
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.
Our condolences to the family very sad 😢 so sorry to hear the news ❤️💜🩷♥️
June 15, 2025We 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.
June 15, 2025
Mannuzza FamilyOur sincere condolences to the Calafiore family.
June 15, 2025
Rhonda and Stewart Evans and family.As the leaves of memories fall
June 15, 2025
Gently we bend , and gather them all.
Love and condolences to all the family🙏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
June 15, 2025Dear Sam
June 15, 2025
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 ElliotOut deepest sympathy to Celia and family.
June 15, 2025
Sam was a valued member of the Australian Italian Group of Mirboo North.
Remembering his sense of humour.Dear Celia and family.
June 15, 2025
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 familyThe Tumino family sends it’s condolences, love from Joe, Grace and Annita Tumino.
June 16, 2025Sam, was a valued member of the Australian, Italian seniors group of Mirboo North.
A man with a great sense of humour.
June 16, 2025
Love of his country of birth, and his community of Mirboo North.Vale Sam,
June 16, 2025
Deepest condolences to Celia & family.
Sam was a fantastic client who became a great friend.
Will be sorely missed.Braveness, kindness and enormous generosity will never be forgotten.
June 16, 2025
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!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!
June 16, 2025Our condolences to all of SAMS family .
June 16, 2025
He was a very friendly man .
Danny & Silvia TimperioWe are so sorry to hear the sudden passing of Sam .
June 17, 2025
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 nzCondolences to Celia and family
June 17, 2025To 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.
June 19, 2025Cellia Paul Dani and family. Our Condolences and love. We wiĺ be with you in spirit tomorrow. Sam a beautiful happy gentleman. Pat and Alan.
June 19, 2025Sam we will miss you.Condolences to the entire Calafiore family .Carla and Alex
June 20, 2025To 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.
June 21, 2025
Nuccio GrassoSam 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.
June 23, 2025
His presence will be deeply missed.
Sincere condolences to the Family.
Rest in peace, Sam.Celia, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family at the sudden passing of Sam. He will be sadly missed. Chris and Tom Collins.❤️
June 28, 2025