Samuel Kimelman

The funeral service will be live-streamed. Please go to https://smclive.ca/ on Sunday, May 23rd, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.

Sam devoted husband to Ellen Osher, dear brother to Rosie and Allan Taube, Linda and the late Dr. Harold Kimelman. He was much loved by his wife and her children and grandson, cousins, niece, nephews and lifelong friends. Sam had a love for music and always had a positive outlook on life. He will be forever missed by all that knew him.

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Date of Death: Thursday, May 20, 2021

Yahrzeit Day: 9 Sivan

Date of Funeral: Sunday, May 23, 2021

Memorial Service Location: Private Family Service

Burial Service Location: Pardes Chaim Cemetery, Community section.

Shiva Details: Private Shiva

Message of Condolence

Posted on 20.05.2021 - 5:57 PM

Paula and Larry Sheldon

Ellen and the Kimelman family: We cannot begin to express our sadness and sense of loss for you, and selfishly for us. Sam was the sweetest guy anyone could meet. His distinctive laugh will always resonate for us. Condolences and please know that we are sharing in your loss.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 6:19 PM

June and Howard

Ellen and the Kimelman family. We wish you our heartfelt condolences. We can't believe that Sam is gone. We will all sorely miss him. He was a wonderful person.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 6:21 PM

Tamee and Carly Osher

We deeply admired the way Sam took great care of our mother Ellen. Without hesitation he would do absolutely anything for her with a smile. The night before he went in for surgery, all he wanted to know was that we would make sure she would be ok if he didn’t wake up. She was always his number one and we will always love him for that. Tamee and Carly Osher

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 6:53 PM

Les and Marilyn Steinberg

Dear Ellen and the Kimelman family, we can’t express how sorry we are and the sadness we feel today. We will always picture Sam holding court in our backyard while entertaining everyone with his many stories. He had us all in stitches. We will miss him more than we can say but we feel so fortunate to have known him and had him as part of our lives and our family for so many years. A sweet gentle soul. We hope his strength and caring nature will nurture you in the days ahead. Love, Les and Marilyn

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 7:01 PM

Chana

Sam was a great guy and made an impression on all he met. He will be missed by many!

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 7:06 PM

Randi Gasner Mayor

We are so very shocked and terribly saddened by the new of Sammy’s passing. We loved him and hoped that his surgery would have helped him. He had such a wonderful outlook on life and was always the life of our family parties. We will miss him so very much. -Randi and Ryan Mayor

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 7:19 PM

Norton,Lynda,Stephanie & Ryan Lambersky

Ellen and Kimelman Family: We are shocked and deeply saddened by Sam's passing. Sam was a great fun-loving nice person who was also very generous. My kids to this day, treasure the stuffed animals he gave them. Whenever we met, he always asked about my wife. I consider myself fortunate, that we spoke a few months ago and had a chance to reminisce. Our lives intertwined for over 50 yrs. and he will be greatly missed. May the good memories ease your pain.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 7:22 PM

Caryn and Michael Finewax

Ellen Tamee Carly and the Kimelman family We were so sorry to hear about Sam's untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. May his memory be a blessing

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 7:27 PM

David Gafer

To Ellen and the Kimelman family words cannot express the sadness I am feeling at this time Sammy was my best friend from the age of eight We went to Hebrew school together as well as university We had all kinds of fun together and he was always upbeat and positive Sammy was the one who got me into the flooring business and i will never forget his words to me “ I got you in now get me out “ A life long friend leaving so many memories Rest In Peace

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 7:28 PM

Honey Forman

Ellen & the Kimelman Family. Sam will be missed greatly by all who knew him. A true kindred spirit. His sense of humour and his knack for story telling was impressive and he was never at a loss for words. Condolences to all.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 8:36 PM

GEORGE BERGER

Dear Ellen, I have known Sam for many years starting in high school where we played cards every lunch hour. Over the years I saw him frequently whether it be at York, or buying carpeting. I always looked forward to seeing him at Home Depot; the happy go lucky person who always had a twinkle in his eyes, and a kibbitz on the tip of his tongue. He always managed to energize my day. Please accept my condolences on your loss. May you always find comfort in your memories of him as I always will.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 8:40 PM

Steve & Rita Banach

Sam, we can't believe you're gone. I can't remember one mean-spirited thing you ever did -- only kindness. Your hearty laugh was infectious and made me laugh even if I didn't hear the joke. That little boyish squint you had in your eye when you told a story. And the stories were still funny 40 years later and even if we'd already heard them a dozen times. And your kindness and generosity, and also the special care you took of your beloved Ellen. You once asked me to tell your family when you were gone how thoughtful you were. Well here I am now following through on that request. We'll miss you so much.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 8:51 PM

Faith White

Dear Rosie, Allan, Linda and Ellen We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Sammy. May your memories comfort you during these difficult times and my his memory be for a blessing. Sending you virtual hugs and love! Faith, Jeff & Jordana White

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 9:13 PM

Kimia K

My deepest sympathy! Words cannot fully express the sorrow I feel after learning about your loss. May you ever treasure the wonderful times you had and my prayers are with you.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 9:44 PM

Janice RoseDavis

Sincere condolences to Ellen, Tamee, Carley & the Kimelman family. May you cherish the memories you have of Sam & experience no more sorrow.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 10:23 PM

Sandi Halpern

So sorry to hear of the passing Sam. My thoughts are with you.

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Posted on 20.05.2021 - 11:12 PM

Varda Springer-Kline & Alan Kline

We are so deeply sorry and saddened at the loss of our wonderful cousin with the great laugh and very easygoing attitude on everything in life. He was a good, kind, thoughtful, generous man. He will be greatly, greatly missed at our holiday table and just our talks to check in. I will never, ever forget all his thoughtfulness and kindness. Sammy and Ellen made a great team and he took the most wonderful care of her. He leaves a hole in all our hearts. We love and miss you Sammy! Rest in peace dear cousin. All our love, Varda, Alan, Josh, Jessica and Samantha.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 6:53 AM

Gary Friedman

My sincere condolences to the Kimelman and Osher families. Sam was a real mensch and classy guy. I have never heard of anyone who had a bad word to say about Sam. We went back to the old carpet days. Rest in peace my friend.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 7:54 AM

Helen

Dear Tamee Ellen Carly and family There is comfort in a warm and fuzzy hug... Please accept this one and my sincere condolences on your loss Wishing you all long life! BDE MHDSRIP ?

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 8:10 AM

Leon Kushner

One of the sweetest and emessdick persons I've ever known! It was a blessing to have known Sammy since the age of 4 on Burnside Drive. He was taken from us far too soon but rest assured he won't soon be forgotten. The Kushner & Horowitz Families

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 8:33 AM

David and Barbara Cullen

Dear Ellen and family, and all of the Kimelman family, We were shocked and so very saddened to learn of Sam’s passing. He was our dear lifelong friend, always so kind and thinking of others before himself. Our boys, now in their 30’s, remember Sam bringing them huge stuffed animals when they were toddlers. We will always remember his fabulous radio-voice, his laughter, and all the great times we had together. We will all miss him, may he Rest In Peace.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 8:37 AM

barry and cheryl klein

Ellen, Cheryl and I are sending our heartfelt condolences to you. It's very sad to lose an old friend. No one could tell a story like Sam. No one. Our group gatherings will never be the same. Barry

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 9:29 AM

Louise and Irwin Steinberg

Kimelman and Taube families-Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of your brother. Too much sadness and tragedy.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 9:37 AM

Mike Berlin

We really have lost one of the good ones. My condolences to Sammy's Family, and to all of us who had the pleasure and honour to have known Him

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 9:48 AM

David Zworth

Dear Ellen and the Kimelman Family, we are deeply saddened by Sam’s passing. Having known Sam for well over 50 years, he was always a very likeable, friendly, funny and easy going person. Always enjoyed his stories and distinctive laugh. We will miss him very much. May your fond memories of Sam always be a blessing to all of you. Sincerely David & Ellen Zworth.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 10:17 AM

David Zworth

Dear Ellen and the Kimelman Family, we are very saddened by Sam’s passing. We can’t believe he’s gone. Having known Sam for well over 50 years, he was always a very likeable, friendly, humourous and optimistic person. Always enjoyed his funny stories and distinctive laugh. May his fond memories always be a blessing to you. Sincerely, David & Ellen Zworth.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 10:54 AM

Ron and Marilyn Cohen

To Rosie and Allan and the Kimelman family, our sincere and heartfelt condolences go out to you on the passing of Samuel. May the good memories you have help you through this very difficult time and may you know no more sorrow.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 10:59 AM

Shelley Nathanson

I am so sorry for your loss and was so sad to hear of his passing. Sammy was such a fantastic person and always had a smile on his face.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 11:14 AM

Donnie and Ophra Starkman

Dear Ellen, Linda, Rosie, Alan and family. Please accept our condolences on the loss of your Sam. Although we did not know him personally, we heard what a wonderful kind man he was all through the years. May he rest in peace

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 11:26 AM

Alan Muchmaker

Rosie and the Kimelman family, I lived on Bathurst St. in the apartments next to you and your family. Sammy and I had our first two guitar lesson's together. Your dad Leon made me a sport jacket for my bar mitzvah. Sorry for your loss.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 12:13 PM

Paul Silverberg & Lina Marra

Dear Ellen and Kimelman family please accept our heartfelt condolences. Your loss is our loss as well. Sam has been a dear friend since junior high. Loving, caring, funny. All my fondest life experiences as young man always included Sam. Our trip to Europe and our many adventures in Las Vegas. Even our regular Monday night gatherings for a drink. So many memories. I know how painful this is for you. Please know that we share your pain. Our hearts are breaking too. Love to all...

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 1:30 PM

Frances Weldman

Dear Ellen and family, I am shocked and so very saddened to learn of Sam’s passing. He was a dear lifelong friend, so warm and thinking of others. I will always remember his story telling and all the wonderful times we shared together. I will all miss him, may you have nothing but fond memories of dear Sam. Sincerely, Frances

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 4:40 PM

Linda Lichter

Ellen and KImelman famlies. I am so sorry to hear about Sammy. He was a very special person sweet and kind. My heart is with you at this very difficult time.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 5:07 PM

Lorne Goodman

Dear Ellen and family, my sincere condolences to all of you. I worked with Sam in the carpet business and I always admired how calm he was and how his great sense of humour made everybody around him laugh. He was a real mensch ! ,

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 6:10 PM

Robert Meister

To theKimelman Family. My deepest condolences on your loss. May the memories uplift you.

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 7:01 PM

Fran Stein

Dear Ellen, Rosie, Allan & Linda. We send you our deepest condolences on the passing of Sam. May you all cherish your wonderful memories. Fran & Barry Stein

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Posted on 21.05.2021 - 7:29 PM

Sherri and Brenda Smulewicz

Our sincere condolences to your family on your loss. May you know of no more sorrow.

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Posted on 22.05.2021 - 8:11 AM

Abe Glowinsky

I was so saddened to hear about the loss of Sammy. Although our paths haven't crossed in many years, I recall fondly our years at Wilson Heights and Fleming. Every time I'm upstairs at Paese, I'm reminded of the hours and hours that we spent at Sam's place above his Dad's store. I'll cherish those memories of our youth and hope and pray that the family knows from no more sorrow. My deepest heartfelt condolences. It's been a very tough year for the Kimelman family. May his memory be for a blessing.

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Posted on 22.05.2021 - 10:20 AM

Barry Lebow

It is difficult to describe Sammy without using the words, "a sweet guy." Always a smile, always a warm conversation and Sam steered me well when I bought flooring for various projects. I am so sorry to learn of his passing and that the brothers are reunited in a tragic way. My strongest condolences to the family and those who loved Sammy. He was a really good guy.

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Posted on 22.05.2021 - 11:07 AM

Harvey and Sylvia Gefen

A kind gentle soul that left the the World and everyone he touched in a better way then he found it. Grateful to have known him. Harvey and Sylvia Gefen

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Posted on 22.05.2021 - 11:38 AM

Phyllis sutton

Sammy was a kind and gentle soul he will be missed By all who knew him. Very sad Phyllis Sutton

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Posted on 22.05.2021 - 1:12 PM

Howard Ovens

Sam was a sweet and gentle soul, always ready to give you the shirt off his back, and a laugh that made the world smile. In May 1974 five of us boarded a red eye to London - the first time we'd been on a plane - for a summer backpacking in Europe. We had the world by the tail! I already miss him terribly, my condolences to Ellen, Rose, and the whole family. May his memory be a blessing...

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Posted on 22.05.2021 - 4:07 PM

Anita & Howard

Dear Ellen, Osher and Kimelman families, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of dear Sam. He was such a gentle and caring person. Our hearts go out to you. May your memories give you strength in the days that lie ahead. The Gutterman family

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Posted on 23.05.2021 - 9:55 AM

Andrea, Larry, Sarah & Steven Gasner

Ellen and the entire Kimelman family - we are shocked and very saddened to hear of the tragic loss of Sammy. He was a wonderful and unique person. We will all miss his special laugh, sense of humour and everything about him. Our thoughts are with you during this impossibly difficult time.

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Posted on 23.05.2021 - 10:27 AM

Ruth Kaufman

Dear Rosie and Allan, So sorry for your loss. We were happy to see you a few weeks ago and you spoke of Sams health. I wish you no more sorrow. Ruthie

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Posted on 23.05.2021 - 12:39 PM

Brian Becker

You were always such a warm and caring man cousin Sammy. You will be missed. Rest in peace.

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Posted on 23.05.2021 - 1:37 PM

Malka and Rick

Ellen, Rosie and Family Sam was a wonderful, kind person who would do anything for his family and friends. I will miss his stories, his laugh and the birthday cards he would give me. I will most of all miss his unconditional love. Sammy you were taken from us much to early. I will miss you and think of you always. God bless you. May you Rest In Peace.

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Posted on 23.05.2021 - 1:45 PM

Cookie and Steve Sandler

Dear Rosie, Allan, Linda and Ellen, Our sincere condolences on Sammy's passing. Thinking of you today.

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Posted on 23.05.2021 - 1:55 PM

Jae & Michelle Gold

Dear Gasner and Kimelman families Our deepest condolences on Sammys sudden passing. May your warm memories of him be a blessing.

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Posted on 23.05.2021 - 2:49 PM

Bernie & Riva Schwartz

Dear Ellen, Rose, Linda and families, Sammy ז״ל was the definition of a true mensch. His good nature, his generosity and his good name are his legacy. Our family remembers his spontaneous visits (always carrying a box of donuts) with laughter and with tears. We remember the Christmas cards that he would bring to birthday parties, Chanukah parties, Bar Mitzvahs and other smachot. Most of all we remember his laughter and his stories. Our sages write “There are three crowns: the crown of Torah, the crown of the priesthood, and the crown of royalty. But the crown of a good name is greater than them all.” There is no dispute that Sammy left behind a Shem Tov, a good name. May you all be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. הַמָּקוֹם יְנַחֵם אֶתְכֶם בְּתוֹךְ שְׁאָר אֲבֵלֵי צִיּוֹן וִירוּשָׁלַיִם

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Posted on 24.05.2021 - 6:54 AM

Janis Pugen

My deepest condolences on the passing of Sam. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Posted on 24.05.2021 - 8:31 AM

Pearl Brooks

We were so sorry to hear this sad news. Bill and I send our deepest condolences to the Kimelman family. We hope your beautiful memories of Sammy will help you get through this difficult time. so

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Posted on 25.05.2021 - 10:03 AM

Brandon, Tay and Grayson Gasner

SAMMY BUDDY! Too many memories to recount. A great man with a big heart. Taken too soon. He would always call and leave a message starting off with "I know you don't answer your phone, so I'll leave you this message and maybe you'll call back". I would call back every time. On the odd time I would answer the phone, he would say in a surprised voice "You answered!?! I was going to leave a message". Chicken wings and a laugh. Driving the Sunfire. Leafs playoffs. Piling up his change on the dresser at the end of each day. That radio voice. His love for the Sabres. That laugh. That grin. Those signature eyebrows and that hair. Truly one of a kind. Sam made the world a brighter place. We love you and we miss you. To Sammy's loved ones, we wish you all our deepest condolences.

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Posted on 26.05.2021 - 10:50 AM

Joel Berk

Sam was the quintessential nice guy.Sam's presence at a gathering would raise the level of enjoyment of all who were there.His distinctive voice, his smile, the gleam in his eyes and his infectious laugh were remarkable. May his memory be for a blessing.Ellen and the Kimelman family please accept my condolences.

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Posted on 31.08.2021 - 9:40 PM

Imad Elghaoui

The best manager I ever had . RIP

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