Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Sam was a mentor to me in my first job out of college, as a news reporter/anchor at WCSS in the mid-1980s. We got to know each other while covering meetings and events, and when his Gazette colleagues ignored his (many) news tips, he started giving them to me :) For years, we would talk on the phone every day, without fail, when I finished my morning newscasts, and have breakfast together every Friday, discussing local news and politics, our families, and more. I learned so much from him! I hadn't spoken to Sam in many years, but have such fond memories of those times. He knew and was known, respected, and liked by everyone (and I mean everyone): abundantly loyal, fair and kind, and I loved his great sense of humor. I am so sorry for your loss but honored to have spent time with him. Please know his impact on my life will never be forgotten.
Steve Janack
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