TALBOT, SAM "PAPA SAM" - It is with great sadness the family of Sam (Sanford) Talbot announces his passing at home on April 28, 2008 in his 85th year. Sam was the son of the late Joseph Talbot and Margaret Elsliger of Belledune. Survived by one son and best friend, Nelson (Patsy) of Belledune; daughters, Nancy (David) Tardiff of Bathurst and Donna (Paul) Delong of New Maryland; seven grandchildren, Jennifer and Jimmy Talbot, Ben and Clark Tardiff, Kaitlyn, Jared and Connor Delong; brother, Ralph Talbot; and special companion, Colleen Gallen. Predeceased by his wife, Alice (Firlotte); sisters, Mona Henderson, Edna Talbot; brothers, Reg, Harry, Art, Leslie, and Arnold. Sam spent 33 years in the Air Force followed by 10 years with the N.B. Liquor Corporation in Jacquet River. He was a devout Catholic of Saint Gabriel's Parish and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 77. Known as a warm host, his home was often full with extended family and friends. Papa Sam was a wonderful father, grandfather and friend who will be sadly missed by all who knew him. We love you Papa Sam!! His funeral will be held from St. Gabriel's Church,Jacquet River, Thursday May 01, at 3 PM. with visitation at St. Gabriels Funeral Parlour Wednesday afternoon from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 in the evening. Funeral arrangements are in the care of MacMillans Funeral Home,Black Point. 237-5234 www.macmillansfuneralhome.ca