SAM CRISTO JR.

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Sam passed away June 7, 2007 at Moose Jaw Union Hospital. He was born on August 13, 1927 at Stonehenge NW 35-6-2 w3 and attended Twelve Mile Lake School.  Sam worked for CP Rail as a section hand and later as a service man in a locomotive shop.  Next he worked as a salesman for a number of years. He began working April 4, 1962 as a traffic officer with the Highway Traffic Board and then transferred to SGI in 1986 as a driver examiner. Sam retired as District Examiner in November 1990. After he retired he worked casually as an Appeals Hearing Officer. Throughout his life Sam did a great deal of volunteer work with several worthwhile causes such as Meals on Wheels, the Orange Home, Elks, volunteer driving and canvassing for every cause you could name.  He was also very active with the NDP Party. Sam married Maxine Hallborg August 27, 1977 and they settled in Moose Jaw. Sam was a devoted husband, stepfather, a proud grandfather and great-grandfather, a wonderful brother, uncle and friend.  Sam and Maxine enjoyed many holidays together. After Sam’s retirement they joined the Moose Jaw Camp Club where Sam was very involved and was Wagon Master for several years.  They really looked forward to each camping trip to be with their friends and often invited family to join in the fun.  Sam enjoyed many hobbies such as golfing, playing cards (especially crib), gardening, and going to the casino. Sam was predeceased by his wife Maxine, his parents Samuel and Lena, stepsons Barry Hallborg and Calvin Hallborg, brother-in-law John Bachiu, sisters-in law Vera, Kay, Alice, and Margaret, and great-nephew Benjamin. Sam leaves to mourn in his passing brothers Bill of Fort Qu’Appelle, John (Pearle) of Saskatoon, George of Assiniboia, sisters Mary Bachiu of Assiniboia, Vicky Allers (Arnold) of Onoway, AB, numerous nieces and nephews, stepson Milton Hallborg (Gina) of Chaplin, stepdaughter Brenda Sims (Barry) of Chaplin, stepdaughters-in-law Wanda Hallborg of Moose Jaw and Sherry Hallborg of Chaplin, nine grandchildren, Jeremy, Lynette (Blair Kotz), Shannon (Lee Pearson), Curtis, Tricia, Melanie, Tina (Kevin Liebaert), Christopher and Michael, three great-grandchildren Luke, Kaitlyn and Danika, extended family and special friends.  The Funeral Service will be held at St.Andrew's United Church, 60 Athabasca St.E., Moose Jaw, on Monday, June 11, 2007 at 2:00 p.m.  Reverend Doug Shepherd will officiate. Visitation for family and friends will be Sunday evening 7 - 9 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Interment will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 61B Ross Street W., Moose Jaw, SK S6H 2M2, would be appreciated. In living memory of Sam, a tree has been planted in Wakamow Valley by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.

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Doreen Graham - Moose Jaw, SK: I am so saddened.  Sam was a great man, he was very friendly and easy to get along with.  I will miss Sam very much.

Larry Shaak - Moose Jaw, SK: Having worked along side Sam as a traffic officer I shall retain fond memories of his positive attitude, cheerfulness and great sense of humour. Sam's keen interest in others, the community and social democracy made for vibrant discussions during coffee breaks. Coffee breaks at the Moose Jaw Co-op cafeteria will not be the same without Sam's friendly participation in good "old fashioned neighborly visits." I have no doubt that on Sam's entrance through the heavenly portals his first task will be to sell St. Peter an N.D.P. membership. You will be dearly missed, by your many "brothers in law." Sincerest sympathy to all of Sam's family and friends.

Brad and Tammy Wiseman - Swift Current, SK: Sorry to hear about Uncle Sam.  He will be deeply missed, we will remember all the fun times that we had with Uncle Sam and Auntie Maxine.  Our deepest sympathy and you are all in our thoughts and prayers.  Sorry we could not be there today.

Benny Paulette Cameron Garrecht - Leader, SK: Sure sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Sam.  He was a great man.  We know he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.  Sorry we were unable to be there with you today, but we were sure thinking about you.  May he rest in peace.  Take care

Don & Deb, Jared, Tyson & Keaton Goossen - Okotoks, AB: Our sincere condolences to all.  Uncle Sam's smile and jovial personality will be sadly missed by all of us, we always enjoyed his interesting stories and his view on current events. Rest in peace Uncle Sam.

Dolores Coburn - Climax,  SK: Sincere condolences to family and friends. As a fellow board member of the Orange Benevolent Society, his dedication and service over the years was appreciated.  

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