Sam Ferrise Obituary
The family announces the passing of Sam Ferrise (Akron, Ohio) on June 15, 2026. Sam, born on February 26, 1927, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Sam Ferrise to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Salvatore Ferrise and Antonia Ferrise; his wife Jennie Ruth Ferrise; and his siblings, Theresa Disbrow, Mary Tillett, Katherine Gruber, Isabelle Walker, Jean Sargon, Patti Patrino, John, Rosario, Albert, Antonio and Frank.
He is survived by: his sisters, Virginia Yocono and Maryanne Lammers; his brother-in-law Tom Lammers; his sons, Sam Ferrise (Linda Blackwelder) and John Ferrise (Coni); his grandchildren, Sam (Megan), Byron (Amanda), Linden (David Gorelick), Nathan (Katrina) and Noah Ferrise; and his great grandchildren, Gavin Ferrise, Harper Ferrise, Vivian Gorelick, Ruby Gorelick, Sophia, Sam, Willow and Naomi Ferrise. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.
