Sam J. Amato, Jr., 80

EAST LIVERPOOL – Sam J. Amato, Jr., of East Liverpool, passed away at his home Saturday evening, March 30, 2024. He was 80.

Born in Wellsville, August 17, 1943, he was a son of the late Sam J. Amato, Sr. and Catherine "Kate" Luckino Amato. He was a graduate of Wellsville High School, Class of 1961. Sam worked at the former Crucible Steel Company as a pipefitter until 1982 and later worked at Sterling China, McCarl's Construction, and the Stevens Corporation. A Vietnam veteran, he served with the U.S. Navy. He was a member of the American Legion Post 374, and the Elks Lodge 258.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Maria Scafide Amato. The couple married May 3, 1969. He was also preceded by a son, Sam J. Amato, III, and a brother Vincent Amato.

He is survived by his daughter, Toni Maria Amato of East Liverpool, and two grandchildren, Michael and Alana DeBord. He also leaves two brothers, Dr. Jack Amato (Penny) of Irondale and Dr. Joseph Amato (Jane) of Columbus, as well as a sister-in-law Amy Amato of East Liverpool and several nieces.

Fr. Leo Wehrlin will conduct a funeral service at Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. at the Dawson Funeral Home. Friends may visit two hours prior to the service.

Memorial contributions can be made to Tuition Mission Foundation, P.O. Box 458, East Liverpool, Ohio 43920.