Bros ,

This is the first year without you,your words of wisdom and jokes....I still miss you so much especially your exemplary leadership and compassion.... bros continue to rest in peace in Jesus mighty name....

Semo Ukponmwan 

Thank God for your life, Uncle Sam. Thank God for all the pleasant memories of you. You were such a kind hearted uncle and will be fondly remembered. My in-laws fondly remember you as the Ambassador from Kuwait, as you played such a memorable role at our wedding. We cherish all the wonderful memories - from your smiles, jokes and easy going ways, your taking us out to that lovely restaurant at the west end in London, to the pride we felt in having our uncle as the accomplished professional and anaesthetist you were! You will be greatly missed! May God comfort and strengthen Aunty Mary and all your wonderful children, your older siblings, younger siblings, cousins, nieces and nephews, friends… us all. May your memory remain forever blessed. 

Kole and Noma Sodipo

Uncle Sam, it was always a pleasure to have you around. I will always remember your joyful countenance and receptive smile.

I am so glad that I was able to speak with you a few days before your passing. I knew you would have wanted to stay on, but I guess God knows best. This world is indeed not our own, and you had reached the end of your journey, and you made a great impact on all those you left behind.

I still remember the Lebanese restaurant you took us to several years ago, where we had so much fun teasing each other.

I also still have the lovely surprise gift you bought for me on your stop over from Kuwait several years ago. It will always be a reminder of your kindness and thoughtfulness.

Rest in peace dear uncle. You ran a great race!

Bros, Your life was a testament to the goodness of our Lord Almighty. You were humble, compassionate and dedicated to family unity and success. 

May the Lord Almighty grant your soul eternal peace.

You were a rare gem

Osahon & Dunmi Ukponmwan 

May God grant Prof Sam Ukponmwan's soul eternal rest. You were a great teacher and my mentor. You inspired all of us who were fortunate to pass through UBTH when you were the head of the department and opened many doors for us.

Your contributions to the Society of Anaesthetists of West Africa, Faculty of Anaesthesia, West African College of Surgeons and the National Postgraduate Medical college will continue to be remembered by your trainees long after you have departed to rest in the bosom of the Lord.

Sorry Uncle Sam, the last time we met was at the burial ceremony of my father when you represented the Bishop.

May God grant your family the fortitude to bear your irreplaceable loss.

Adieu, my great lecturer and very talented anaesthetist. 

My beloved brother was always jovial and humble ....telling jokes about everything...I was discussing with him in 2020 about smuggling him into the US for the family reunion to surprise family members....he said I have to work with the FBI to do that and we laughed at length.....He drove all the way to calabar for my wedding and that was the last time we saw ...for that visit am eternally grateful to the Almighty...He will be missed ,his words of wisdom and insight to life will endure forever....He was a kind and loving brother to me and his memory will also endure thru my lifetime. 

Rest in peace bros !

Asemota Ukponmwan & Family

Uncle Samuel, this is a big blow to swallow. But I must accept that you have fought the good fight and finished your race. You were just such an easy going person in spite of your breath taking accomplishments. You made relating to you so simple and so effortless - almost as if we were peers.

In 1986/1987, my cousin Yuwa, and I had the privilege of staying in your Uniben senior staff quarters boys' quarters. You and aunty Mary shared your everything with us.

No doubt, in my heart, and in the hearts of many, you remain a most amazing and interesting man!

Uncle, rest in the perfect, perpetual peace of Christ!

Your one and only ring bearer,

Idemudia Guobadia

I was shocked to hear of my elder cousin’s passing.

I will always remember the support you gave during family events.

May your kind soul Rest In Peace.

-Sonny and Terry Iyasere.

A golden ♥️ stopped beating, hard working hands now at rest. It breaks my heart to see you go my lovely uncle. You will be sadly missed. God only takes the best. You Uncle Sam were ONE!

Fondly remember by Lynda Eribo.

My dear Uncle ,

I remember your smile, 

I remember looking forward to seeing you at family functions.

I remember your cheerful voice saying koi koi!

You were always there for us, ready to help, ready to go the extra mile.

You would always be in my heart.

Gone but never forgotten!

To God be the glory !