Sam – always warm, fun, friendly and somehow larger than life.
What a remarkable man.
Such a loss.
Sending love to Cindy and all the family.
– Pete and Bron Kirby
47 thoughts on “Sam Flanders”
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Sam Flanders
–
26/06/1957 – 15/01/2023
Suddenly at Lorne on Sunday, January 15, 2023
Aged 65 Years
Loved husband & father of Cindy, Willis & Gemma.
Eldest son of the late Don & Mary Flanders.
Brother to Flash, Beav, Baz, Snake, Kate & families.
Good friend to everyone!
Sammy's Celebration
Service Date: Friday - 27th January, 2023
Service Time: from 2.30pm
Service Address:
St. Josephs Football & Netball Club
Hilltop Street, Herne Hill
Please wear a colourful shirt or outfit!
Service Location: View Map
Private Cremation
47 thoughts on “Sam Flanders”
Such a presence!
Friend and work colleague for over 40 years.
Only one Sammy! Greatly loved and sorely missed.
Love to Cindy and family and all the Flanders family.
– Anne and Gerard Nairn and family and all the Richos.So very saddened by the news of Sam’s passing, our thoughts are truly with you Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
Sam will be greatly missed as with Sam’s ability to put a smile on everyone’s face with that Sammy humour.
Fond memories of happier days
Farewell Uncle Arthur❤️
Belinda and Tony xxxGood friend.
Will miss you at the footy.
Condolences to the Flanders family.
– Mick Hinds.Dear Cindy, Willis and Gemma
So saddened to hear about the passing of Sam.
I remember all the good times we had at SFX and his big smile.
Deepest sympathy to you all
Marianna & Stan BratychDear Cind, Will and Gemma
So many fun and fond memories of Sam, he will be missed xxx
Always loved.
Jacqui, Adele and Sambo xxxSam – So many great memories from school and College days at Aquinas.
We had fun times that I will always cherish.
We will miss our catch ups at the footy.
Our thoughts and prayers for the Flanders family.
Rest in Peace Sammy,
Mark and Sally SoldaniCindy, Willis, Gemma & the extended Flanders family,
With heartfelt condolences on the sudden passing of Sam.
Thinking of you – Fiona Russell xGoodbye Sam.
Thank you for all the laughs and fun during our days at SFX.
I will always think of you with your head in the newspaper and rushing back from the village.
Deepest sympathy to Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
– Jenny DridanThe Legend Sammy Flanders 💚
Heartfelt thoughts to Cindy, Willis and Gem XWe are saddened to learn of the passing of Sam.
We shared so many great memories of our year in the States.
Condolences to Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Melinda and Phillip White.Sam hearing of your passing gave us such sadness.
We think back over the many meals we shared together, someone who was bigger than life, we so enjoyed your company and your cheeky humour.
We’re thinking of Cindy, Gemma and Willis and know the loss that they would be feeling, deepest sympathy.Our deepest sympathy to the Flanders family
May Sam rest in peace
From Marg and Bruce Zeuschner
– Lillicur Road Avoca 3467What a giant of a man
The best friend one could ever have
Such fond memories of Hope St, times in Lorne and many Family holidays
Sam we will sadly miss your weekly Geelong round up with detailed footy and racing tips and all the latest Geelong news – you were so good at keeping us all in touch. Your stories were in-depth and more often than not absolutely hilarious
Cindy, Wills and Gemma our heartfelt condolences
– Love Evan, Sally, Chloe and Romy LivockTo Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
We have special memories of times at Lorne over the years.
Janet and Graham🦋🌹Peter (alias Sam) got his name from Bernie Buckley who coached us one day in under-16 footy.
Sam enjoyed life and was extra outgoing on our sailing trip through the Whitsunday islands.
Fitting, the boat was called Free and Easy, a perfect motto for his life.
Rest in peace Peter.From prep at Sacres and fun and mischievous through Joeys.
Thick as thieves and mates for life.
So many funny, stupid and wonderful memories throughout the decades.
Deepest condolences to Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
From GellSo sad to hear about the passing of Sam.
A kind and friendly soul always.
Our thoughts are with you Cindy, Gemma and Willis.
– Andrea, Rob, Jake, Ally and Sam Barby.RIP Sam. Great bloke, great mate!
Always up for a chat was Sam.
I loved running into him.
Sam was always prepared to stop and participate in a conversation that always went down the humorous path.
I will remember Sam with great fondness.
My very best to the family as you deal with your period of mourning.
It will soon move on to reflection, which will be both happy and sad and everything in between.Deepest sympathy to Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
Sammy will always be remembered as a kind, gentle, fun loving guy.
– Love Sue, Andrew and BridgetWell, I don’t know where to start?
The gatekeeper at Lorne, such a great person who I’ll sadly miss with our race tips and jokes
Our deepest condolences go out to Cindy, Willis, Gemma and families
Sam you will be sadly missed but never forgotten until we meet again race 1 number 2 😜
Going to miss you the hulk from Mick, Simone, Maddie, Chelsea and the cat woman Ebony xxOh so sorry to hear about the passing of Sam.
Sweet memories of many ‘moments’ at St Francis Xavier – always a smile and helping hand.
Prayerful condolences to Cindy, Willis, Gemma and the Flanders family.
Viv AdamkoDear Cindy, Willis, Gemma
Thoughts and prayers with you all at this sad time
– Shane, Paul, Donna, Eamon, Chevonne, Joseph, Dominic, Annie and Bernie XBroad shoulders, big heart, such a friendly presence.
Fond memories of Sam as a caring parent, great teaching colleague and footy mate.
Will miss the banter.
Sending love and sympathy to Cindy, Willis, Gemma, Beav. and Flanders family.
Heather and Peter RobertsonSincere condolences to Cindy, Gemma and Willis.
We have so many wonderful memories of Sam.
His nature was to make you feel important and he always had a story to tell.
Rest in peace dear friend.Saddest news to hear of your beloved brother’s passing too soon.
Our thoughts are with you all, from the Terry Read family.Sam Flanders.
Brother in law of Daz, we will miss you big fella …Love to Cindy, Willis & GemmaFarewell old mate, we will miss your text messages on everything the Cats, St Joey’s FC and the punt!
You have been a dear and long time friend to all our extended family.
Our thoughts are with you Cindy, Willis & Gemma.
– The Buckley Family (David, Rob, Alex, Laura, Tess, Emma & Auntie Mary)Dear Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
Deepest sympathy to you.
Sam was a much loved feature of our trips to Lorne each year.
He truly was the captain of the park.
Rest in peace dear Sam.
I’m glad we got to chat this year for a while xxxx
All our love Janiece, Hannah, Will and Ollie Butler.Dear Cindy, Willis & Gemma
Deepest sympathy to you
Never a dull moment on the golf course with Sam.
Good funny times. Fore…..
Rest in peace big fella.
Allan ThomsonCindy, Wills and Gemma our heartfelt condolences.
It will be impossible to forget the old Sam – he gave us so much to remember.
Janine & Zorb MoloneyDear Cindy, Willis and Gemma
Our deepest condolences to you and all the Flanders family on the passing of lovely Sam – always greeted us with a friendly smile.
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Colleen and Greg PackhamDear Cindy, Willis & Gemma,
Our thoughts & love are with you all at this time.
Ron, Betty, Tracy, Craig & families. XX
A lovely genuine man with a great smile who would always stop to say g’day.
My heart breaks for you Cindy xoTo dear Cindy and family:
Our deepest condolences at Sam’s passing – such an unexpected loss.
Our hearts go out to you all Cindy.
So sorry that our WA “crew” cannot be with you in person as you farewell your life’s partner and father, but be assured that our thoughts, our prayers and our love are with you.
Your Auntie Jeanette and cousins Cassie, Garry, Jodii, Rick and their families.Life long treasured friend.
We shared so many happy and funny memories together.
We will miss him so much.
Love and hugs to all.Dear Cindy, Willis and Gemma,
I was so sorry to hear about Sam my heartfelt sympathy to you all.
He will be sadly missed
All my Love to you all and I will be thinking of you tomorrow.
Sandra CondieBlinky,
I’ll miss our daily punting chats.
Your tips were as good as any expert.
RIP
LimpySammy, a great mate on and off the field from day one to the day end.
Will never forget your smile and laughter.
Always will be in my memories as a truly great friend.
Will love you and miss you forever.
Brian AndoLove, blessings and strength to you and family today and beyond.
Sam’s presence will be with you always.
My deepest sympathy – Cath Nitschke xVery sad to hear of the passing of Sam (our next door neighbour on Aberdeen Street).
Sam always made us smile with his unique personality.
Will be missed greatly in the Street and for those forever funny interactions.
Love to Cindy and family and all the Flanders family.
– Don, Joanne and the McGowan family.Sam everyone’s friend you will be missed.
Our thoughts are with your family especially Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
– Peter, Marg, Max and Demi.Larger than life character who has a positive impact on so many – I’ll miss the quaddie numbers every Saturday Sammy – sending love to all the family
Heath, Jen l, Cooper and Noah Jamieson
My thoughts are with you and your family and friends today Cindy.
I hope today is full of stories of wonderful memories and celebration of Sam.
RachDearest Cindy, my sympathy goes out to you and your family.
So many great memories of you and Sam who always brought a smile to everyones faces.
Thinking of you.
WillieThinking of you Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
We remember Sam as always being up for a chat and as a lovely friendly guy.
Sending you our love,
Greg, Leonie, Charles, Annie, Grace and Mary Caldow
Sam – always warm, fun, friendly and somehow larger than life.
What a remarkable man.
Such a loss.
Sending love to Cindy and all the family.
– Pete and Bron Kirby
Such a presence!
Friend and work colleague for over 40 years.
Only one Sammy! Greatly loved and sorely missed.
Love to Cindy and family and all the Flanders family.
– Anne and Gerard Nairn and family and all the Richos.
So very saddened by the news of Sam’s passing, our thoughts are truly with you Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
Sam will be greatly missed as with Sam’s ability to put a smile on everyone’s face with that Sammy humour.
Fond memories of happier days
Farewell Uncle Arthur❤️
Belinda and Tony xxx
Good friend.
Will miss you at the footy.
Condolences to the Flanders family.
– Mick Hinds.
Dear Cindy, Willis and Gemma
So saddened to hear about the passing of Sam.
I remember all the good times we had at SFX and his big smile.
Deepest sympathy to you all
Marianna & Stan Bratych
Dear Cind, Will and Gemma
So many fun and fond memories of Sam, he will be missed xxx
Always loved.
Jacqui, Adele and Sambo xxx
Sam – So many great memories from school and College days at Aquinas.
We had fun times that I will always cherish.
We will miss our catch ups at the footy.
Our thoughts and prayers for the Flanders family.
Rest in Peace Sammy,
Mark and Sally Soldani
Cindy, Willis, Gemma & the extended Flanders family,
With heartfelt condolences on the sudden passing of Sam.
Thinking of you – Fiona Russell x
Goodbye Sam.
Thank you for all the laughs and fun during our days at SFX.
I will always think of you with your head in the newspaper and rushing back from the village.
Deepest sympathy to Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
– Jenny Dridan
The Legend Sammy Flanders 💚
Heartfelt thoughts to Cindy, Willis and Gem X
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Sam.
We shared so many great memories of our year in the States.
Condolences to Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Melinda and Phillip White.
Sam hearing of your passing gave us such sadness.
We think back over the many meals we shared together, someone who was bigger than life, we so enjoyed your company and your cheeky humour.
We’re thinking of Cindy, Gemma and Willis and know the loss that they would be feeling, deepest sympathy.
Our deepest sympathy to the Flanders family
May Sam rest in peace
From Marg and Bruce Zeuschner
– Lillicur Road Avoca 3467
What a giant of a man
The best friend one could ever have
Such fond memories of Hope St, times in Lorne and many Family holidays
Sam we will sadly miss your weekly Geelong round up with detailed footy and racing tips and all the latest Geelong news – you were so good at keeping us all in touch. Your stories were in-depth and more often than not absolutely hilarious
Cindy, Wills and Gemma our heartfelt condolences
– Love Evan, Sally, Chloe and Romy Livock
To Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
We have special memories of times at Lorne over the years.
Janet and Graham🦋🌹
Peter (alias Sam) got his name from Bernie Buckley who coached us one day in under-16 footy.
Sam enjoyed life and was extra outgoing on our sailing trip through the Whitsunday islands.
Fitting, the boat was called Free and Easy, a perfect motto for his life.
Rest in peace Peter.
From prep at Sacres and fun and mischievous through Joeys.
Thick as thieves and mates for life.
So many funny, stupid and wonderful memories throughout the decades.
Deepest condolences to Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
From Gell
So sad to hear about the passing of Sam.
A kind and friendly soul always.
Our thoughts are with you Cindy, Gemma and Willis.
– Andrea, Rob, Jake, Ally and Sam Barby.
RIP Sam. Great bloke, great mate!
Always up for a chat was Sam.
I loved running into him.
Sam was always prepared to stop and participate in a conversation that always went down the humorous path.
I will remember Sam with great fondness.
My very best to the family as you deal with your period of mourning.
It will soon move on to reflection, which will be both happy and sad and everything in between.
Deepest sympathy to Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
Sammy will always be remembered as a kind, gentle, fun loving guy.
– Love Sue, Andrew and Bridget
Well, I don’t know where to start?
The gatekeeper at Lorne, such a great person who I’ll sadly miss with our race tips and jokes
Our deepest condolences go out to Cindy, Willis, Gemma and families
Sam you will be sadly missed but never forgotten until we meet again race 1 number 2 😜
Going to miss you the hulk from Mick, Simone, Maddie, Chelsea and the cat woman Ebony xx
Oh so sorry to hear about the passing of Sam.
Sweet memories of many ‘moments’ at St Francis Xavier – always a smile and helping hand.
Prayerful condolences to Cindy, Willis, Gemma and the Flanders family.
Viv Adamko
Dear Cindy, Willis, Gemma
Thoughts and prayers with you all at this sad time
– Shane, Paul, Donna, Eamon, Chevonne, Joseph, Dominic, Annie and Bernie X
Broad shoulders, big heart, such a friendly presence.
Fond memories of Sam as a caring parent, great teaching colleague and footy mate.
Will miss the banter.
Sending love and sympathy to Cindy, Willis, Gemma, Beav. and Flanders family.
Heather and Peter Robertson
Sincere condolences to Cindy, Gemma and Willis.
We have so many wonderful memories of Sam.
His nature was to make you feel important and he always had a story to tell.
Rest in peace dear friend.
Saddest news to hear of your beloved brother’s passing too soon.
Our thoughts are with you all, from the Terry Read family.
Sam Flanders.
Brother in law of Daz, we will miss you big fella …Love to Cindy, Willis & Gemma
Farewell old mate, we will miss your text messages on everything the Cats, St Joey’s FC and the punt!
You have been a dear and long time friend to all our extended family.
Our thoughts are with you Cindy, Willis & Gemma.
– The Buckley Family (David, Rob, Alex, Laura, Tess, Emma & Auntie Mary)
Dear Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
Deepest sympathy to you.
Sam was a much loved feature of our trips to Lorne each year.
He truly was the captain of the park.
Rest in peace dear Sam.
I’m glad we got to chat this year for a while xxxx
All our love Janiece, Hannah, Will and Ollie Butler.
Dear Cindy, Willis & Gemma
Deepest sympathy to you
Never a dull moment on the golf course with Sam.
Good funny times. Fore…..
Rest in peace big fella.
Allan Thomson
Cindy, Wills and Gemma our heartfelt condolences.
It will be impossible to forget the old Sam – he gave us so much to remember.
Janine & Zorb Moloney
Dear Cindy, Willis and Gemma
Our deepest condolences to you and all the Flanders family on the passing of lovely Sam – always greeted us with a friendly smile.
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Colleen and Greg Packham
Dear Cindy, Willis & Gemma,
Our thoughts & love are with you all at this time.
Ron, Betty, Tracy, Craig & families. XX
A lovely genuine man with a great smile who would always stop to say g’day.
My heart breaks for you Cindy xo
To dear Cindy and family:
Our deepest condolences at Sam’s passing – such an unexpected loss.
Our hearts go out to you all Cindy.
So sorry that our WA “crew” cannot be with you in person as you farewell your life’s partner and father, but be assured that our thoughts, our prayers and our love are with you.
Your Auntie Jeanette and cousins Cassie, Garry, Jodii, Rick and their families.
Life long treasured friend.
We shared so many happy and funny memories together.
We will miss him so much.
Love and hugs to all.
Dear Cindy, Willis and Gemma,
I was so sorry to hear about Sam my heartfelt sympathy to you all.
He will be sadly missed
All my Love to you all and I will be thinking of you tomorrow.
Sandra Condie
Blinky,
I’ll miss our daily punting chats.
Your tips were as good as any expert.
RIP
Limpy
Sammy, a great mate on and off the field from day one to the day end.
Will never forget your smile and laughter.
Always will be in my memories as a truly great friend.
Will love you and miss you forever.
Brian Ando
Love, blessings and strength to you and family today and beyond.
Sam’s presence will be with you always.
My deepest sympathy – Cath Nitschke x
Very sad to hear of the passing of Sam (our next door neighbour on Aberdeen Street).
Sam always made us smile with his unique personality.
Will be missed greatly in the Street and for those forever funny interactions.
Love to Cindy and family and all the Flanders family.
– Don, Joanne and the McGowan family.
Sam everyone’s friend you will be missed.
Our thoughts are with your family especially Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
– Peter, Marg, Max and Demi.
Larger than life character who has a positive impact on so many – I’ll miss the quaddie numbers every Saturday Sammy – sending love to all the family
Heath, Jen l, Cooper and Noah Jamieson
My thoughts are with you and your family and friends today Cindy.
I hope today is full of stories of wonderful memories and celebration of Sam.
Rach
Dearest Cindy, my sympathy goes out to you and your family.
So many great memories of you and Sam who always brought a smile to everyones faces.
Thinking of you.
Willie
Thinking of you Cindy, Willis and Gemma.
We remember Sam as always being up for a chat and as a lovely friendly guy.
Sending you our love,
Greg, Leonie, Charles, Annie, Grace and Mary Caldow