Samuel “Sam” A. McGarvey, 67, of Garrettsville, OH, went home to his Lord and Savior Saturday, September 14, 2024, with his loving family by his side. He was born June 8, 1957, in Ravenna, OH, to the late David R. and Hermine L. (nee Bell) McGarvey.
He was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield High School, and was an integral part of planning reunions for the class of 1975. Sam started working at Skylane Bowling at the age of 14, where he chased bowling pins and remained a fixture; He even met his wife there, and developed a love of the game. Sam finished his career as a machinist at Cast Specialties in Warrensville Hts., OH. He was an animal lover, and would lend his support to down-trodden facilities. Sam enjoyed touring local covered bridges, gardening, and his weekends with bonfires. Most of all, Sam loved spending time with devoted family and friends.
Sam will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Teresa (nee Carpenter) McGarvey, who was blessed to share over 44 years of marriage; son, Terry I. McGarvey; brother, David P. (Susan) McGarvey; brothers-in-law, Donnie Carpenter and Eric S. (Angela) Carpenter; good friend, Jenny Krupanski; many nieces and nephews, as well as many dear friends, and his many, many fur babies.
He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, James David Carpenter.
Please join the family for visitations Thursday, September 19, 2024, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m and 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, OH 44231. A funeral service will be at the funeral home Friday, September 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Richard Thewlis and Pastor Sandra Greenberg officiating. Sam will then be taken to Park Cemetery in Garrettsville, OH, where he will be lovingly laid to rest.
The family would like to sincerely thank Hospice of the Western Reserve for their exceptional care of Sam and the people who love him. Donations will be graciously accepted to Hospice of the Western Reserve, https://p2p.onecause.com/hwrgift/donate, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110, in Sam’s name, to honor his memory.
For online condolences: carlsonfuneralhomes.com.
