Dr. Samuel DeSimone, 88, formerly of Butler, passed away on Dec. 25, 2014.

He was a resident of Sarasota, Fla., for many years along with his beloved wife, Delores “Dolly.”

He is survived by his wife, Delores, with whom he shared 61 wonderful years of marriage; his daughter, Deborah (Tim) McConnell; his son, David; his grandson, Bryan (Jen) McConnell; and his great-grandson, Chase.

DeSimone — Interment for Dr. Samuel DeSimone, who passed away Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, will be in the Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota, Fla.Arrangements are by the National Cremation & Burial Society, Sarasota, Fla.