With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Samuel Joseph Mark Kamehameha "Uncle Sam" Lewis of Mesa, AZ.
Here is what we wish the world to know of Samuel.
It is in the silence afterward that we hear how loud a life was.
Samuel Joseph Mark Kamehameha Lewis, age 27, passed away on April 25, 2026, while hiking out of Hagler Creek after enjoying a wonderful time fishing and camping with his older brother, nephew, and some other friends from church. He was born in Mesa, Arizona on September 27, 1998. He will be missed dearly by his grandma: Cleone; his parents: Jerry and Janet; his siblings: Sarah, Bekah, Brent, Emily, Natalie, and Annie; and his nieces and nephews: Warren, Abigail, Avery, Madeliene, Reg, Claire, Parker, June, Lucy, Izzy, Orlando, Zeke, Ada, Ezra, Elliott, and Oliver (great-nephew) who all knew him as "Uncle Sam". He is preceded in death by his grandma: Dee; grandpas: Reg and Warren; and niece: Piper.
Sam was known to all by his smile, infectious laughter and heart of gold. The phrase, "big teddy bear," was often used to describe him. Sam's life was defined by his desire and motivation to work hard, play hard and serve those around him.
There will be a viewing on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 7-9 PM at the Mesa Maricopa Stake Center, 613 N Stewart, Mesa, AZ 85201. A graveside service will take place at the Mesa Cemetery on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 9 AM. The funeral service will be held Saturday, May 9, 2026, 11 AM at the Mesa Maricopa Stake Center. Arrangements by Bunker's Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
