Peter J. Samsa

Peter J. "Jim" Samsa, 59, of Strasburg, died Friday in his home following a two-year illness. He was a machine operator who retired from the Timken Company after 39 years of service. Born August 25, 1940 at Dover, Jim was the son Margaret (Dreher) Samsa of Dover, and the late Peter Samsa. Strasburg was Jim's home. He was a graduate of Strasburg High School, lived and raised his family in town. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church at Strasburg and had been a member of the Strasburg Fire Department for over 30 years. He had been owner of Samsa Fabricating. An Eagle Scout, he enjoyed bowling and was a big NASCAR fan. In addition to his mother, Jim is survived by his wife Sandra "Sandy" Myers, whom he wed on September 17, 1960. Other survivors include: Son Mark & Andrea Samsa of Dover 2 daughters Lisa & Mark Kinsey of New Philadelphia Anne & Mike Gunther of Dover 5 grandchildren Jaclyn & Brittany Gunther, Dylan & Olivia Kinsey, Lauren Samsa 2 brothers John Samsa of Beach City & Paul Samsa of Strasburg Jim was also preceded in death by a sister, Christine. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 21, at 10:00am in the First Lutheran Church at Strasburg with Pastor Fred W. Grosse officiating. Interment will be in the Grandview Union Cemetery at Strasburg. Friends may call in the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home, Strasburg on Sunday from 2-5pm. Those unable to attend may sign the on-line register book for Jim by visiting the "online obituaries" link on our website at www.tolandherzig.com In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either the First Lutheran Church at Strasburg or Hospice of Tuscarawas County. Toland-Herzig, Strasburg (330) 878-5565

Funeral Home:
Toland-Herzig Funeral Home
232 N. Wooster Ave.
Strasburg, OH
US 44680