Forestport – Samuel S. Esch, 73, formerly of Woodhull Road, Forestport, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Sunset Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Boonville.
Samuel was born in Utica, NY, on December 23, 1950, a son of Clarence and Charlotte Pietsch Esch. His teenage years were spent in Absecon, NJ, graduating from Oak Crest High School, Mays Landing, NJ, with the Class of 1968. In his younger years he enjoyed summers traveling to Remsen to visit family. He obtained his Bachelors of Science degree at Trenton State College, Trenton, NJ, and devoted his life to helping others. He worked for many years in health care facilities as a physical rehabilitation specialist, and for the better part of twenty years, served as a caregiver for his parents and brother Ted.
Sam enjoyed visiting museums, historical places of significance, and flea markets.
Survivors include his brother David of Bridgeville, DE, and several cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents, a brother Ted N. Esch who resided in New Jersey.
Services will be held privately at the convenience of his family. Funeral arrangements are in care of Trainor Funeral Home, Inc. 143 Schuyler St. Boonville. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.
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