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It is with heavy hearts the family of Sam Rego announce his peaceful passing at the Golden Plough Lodge on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at the age of 81.
Born in Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal on May 15, 1943 to his pre-deceased parents Carolina de Sousa Melo and Joao Cabral de Rego. In 1971 Sam immigrated to Canada for a new life. He became a proud member of the Knights of Columbus in January 2011 and remains a member in good standing.
Sam leaves behind his children Peter, Daniella (Scott) Wright and Rob (Lisa). Loved grandfather, or better known as “Vavu” to Emma, Brandon, Samantha, Paige, Seth, Samuel and great grand-father to Fletcher. Loving companion to Lucille Dunn.
A visitation will be held at MacCoubrey Funeral Home Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held the following day, Friday, August 16, 2024 at 10:00 AM at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Cobourg, Ontario. Following the service, friends and family will be welcomed to a reception at Columbus Community Centre 232 Spencer Street East, Cobourg, Ontario from 12:00 - 3:00 Pm. where memories will be shared by Sam’s family and friends. A private family interment will be held at St. Michael’s Cemetery at a later date. If desired donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.
Dear Lucille. I am so sorry for your loss. I am sadden to hear that you were reguarded as Sam's Special Friend. I know you were more than Sam's Special Friend . You lived together for 13 amazing wonderful years. You and Sam were SOUL MATES. You lived as Husband and Wife. You were a couple that should be used as a lesson for all the newly weds making that step. Sam was full of wisdom. He would say, don't fuss the little, save it for the bigger coming. He had patience. He was never a rush man. I did enjoy cutting your grass. You were my last cut on a Thrusday and my last cut for the week. I would sit and talk with both. Sam was so excited over the trip you and him took to Italy. You both got Special necklaces (the cross) for the special memories you made. You both had such a wonderful time. His beautiful eyes were radiating talking about that time you both had. I really loved it when you came back from all those trips down to the States. He would say ,come see the new material Lucille picked up. What a deal she got. He loved talking about the blankets and quilts you made for so many people. He had not one negative bone in his body. He always had a nice word for all. He looked out for his family also. He walk down to his daughters house to let those doggys out so they did not make a mess in her house. Then walk back up. It was dangerous because his footing was not so good. I know you worried he would fall and no one would find him for hours and he could freeze, but he did it anyways without a complaint..He loved so much you did for him..He loved your cooking. He said you had an old soul and he loved everything you put on the table. Sam loved life in general. He was a happy man. He was in love and it showed by the way the man looked at the woman of his life. You and Sam were true soulmates. The life you to made for each other for those 13 years were lived full of love. That makes you more than a SPECIAL FRIEND . That makes you his forever . Lucille, take one memory a day and focus on it. Then the next day take another. Relive it again with him. He is right by your side. Even though you can't see him, I know you can feel his presence. It's those memories that gives us a smile back on our faces. All my love Roxane.
My sincere condolences to Daniela and her family. ?
We were sadden with the news of Sam's passing I know him through my Aunt Lucille. From the brief time I knew Sam, I found him to be a very kind and loving decated companion to my Aunt. Our prayers are with you Aunt Lucille, and Sam's devoted family.
I remember Sam doing the alter serving for all the funerals at St Michael's church. I always loved the way when I called him to do a funeral for me he always said yes he could. Sam Rest in Peace. Lucille my thoughts & prayers are with on the loss of our dear Sam.
Dear Lucille and family of Sam, We will be praying for the peaceful repose of Sam and the consolation of his family. May he rest in peace.
Daniella and family, and Lucille, We, are saddened to hear of Sams passing. Sam was such a a lovely soul and a wonderful companion for Lucille. May you cherish all the happy memories you share. Ken,Ruby, Melodie, and Melissa Stephenson Cobourg
So sorry to hear.Thinking of you Lucille
So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a really nice man and I have many memories of visiting my Grandparents, whom lived next door. My sincerest condolences to all his loved ones and friends. May he forever rest in peace ? - Lisa Lake Thunder Bay, ON
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time
Lucille: Sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Sam. May he rest in peace.
Dear Lucille. So sorry to hear about Sam. Sending our condolences and may he rest in peace. Carol Ann Ouellette and Family.
Thoughts and prayers to the family he was such a nice gentleman he always treated me with respect and kindness
Dear Lucille, Thinking of you. May your memories of good times with Sam help you move on at this difficult time. Sincerely, Linda Cable Marr
Sorry to Danielle and family for the loss of your father. Sam was a wonderful person and he was a good friend to Lucille . We will miss his stories. RIP Sam DONNA and Joe Bedard ( Lucille's Nephew ) .
When he and I attended the KofC meetings I would pick him up for a ride. Always had a good chat on the way. Shared our problem about diabetes. Prayers and thoughts to the family and his friend Lucille.Bob and Susan Clement
Sending Daniella and her family my sincere condolences. So very sorry for your loss.
Lucille, Daniella and families. Please accept heart felt condolences on behalf of my father, Gerald Ferguson and family. Sam will be missed.