After a second battle with cancer, this one only 7 months, Sam Farnsworth, 45, passed away quickly, without warning or fear, in the arms of his loved ones in the home that he built and loved so very much. Sam is survived by his nephew Jared Anderson of Chicago, and his closest friend Ryan Bracken, of Fennville, whom he shared an incredible love and bond with. Sam left behind so many close friends that it would be impossible to list them all, but they include Michael Phillips, of Fort Lauderdale, Peggy Sheffold, of St. Louis, Howard McVea, of Dallas, Meredeth Tabscott, of St. Louis, Bruce Blitch, of Holland, Carol and Chris Lozano, of Fennville, DeeDee and Jeff Vickers of Saugatuck, Dave Hulst and Joe Michaels of Saugatuck, and Travis and Jess Gray, of Fennville. In 2005, Sam came to Saugatuck with his then partner, in search of a weekend home. Instead, he found a wonderful community and family that he became a huge part of, that he loved, and was so proud of. This community opened its heart to Sam when he was ill several years ago, as it did when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer in September of 2016. Sam touched the lives of so many people in so many ways small and large. Everyone seemed to love him, and admire his strength, courage, and incredibly positive outlook. At a time when many might have stayed in bed, Sam was at the gym, taking a hike, cooking for friends, traveling, and squeezing every last moment out of life that he could - always with a smile on his face and a warm hug for a friend or stranger. Sam always seemed to make people feel special. He didn't try, it was just how he was. People also seemed to reciprocate this to him. His numerous Doctor and Hospital visits were no exception. Sam received extraordinary care that often moved him to tears, and was grateful to the incredible Doctors, Nurses, and staff at Holland Hospital, his Oncologist Dr. Eric Batts, who was always so generous with his time, explaining things to Sam and his loved ones, and Dr. Matthew Packard, his Radiologist. Sam was also so comforted by the warm care he received from Dr. Wyn at Hospice of Holland, and from Emily and Michelle, his palliative care nurses, who made Sam feel like he was the only patient they had. Lastly, we are eternally grateful to the first responders who showed up so quickly. We would especially like to thank Michael England, from the Saugatuck Fire Department, who was the first person on the scene and tried so hard to save Sam. All the first responders were so sensitive and respectful, and Sam's loved ones were incredibly moved by their kindness. As was his wish, a funeral will not be held, and Sam will be cremated. A private graveside service and event will be held for close family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sam's honor to Hospice of Holland. An online registry book is available at www.chappellfuneralhome.com What we keep in memory is ours unchanged forever