Sam Wolkoff

Samuel (Sam) Wolkoff 94, of Carmel, passed away September 25, 2014. He was born October 14, 1919, in Brooklyn NY, to the late Max and Anna Willikofsky. Sam was preceded in death by his loving wife, Norma. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who treasured spending time with his family and friends, telling jokes and making people smile. He selflessly served his country during World War II, as a member of the 3rd Battalion 160th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army. Sam bravely fought for his country in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre from June 19, 1941 to September 15, 1945; 51 months without furlough. After the war, he started his own scrap metal corporation, SW Industries, in Indianapolis and continued to operate the business until his death. Sam was a wonderful businessman, mentor, and a friend to everyone. He also loved to read and golf. Sam is survived by his devoted children, Barbara Harrison, Brad Wolkoff (Roberta), Debbie Hibler (Doug), and Sherrie Wolkoff-Beall (Keith); his nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren; his sister, Bertha Benmour; and many nieces and nephews. Sam had two brothers, Louis and Norman Wolkoff, who also preceded him in death. Visitation will be Monday, October 6, 2014, from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the Washington Park North Cemetery in the Great Hall Chapel, 2702 Kessler Blvd W. Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46228. A memorial service will follow at 12:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to The City of Hope. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.flannerbuchanan.com. Arrangements entrusted to Flanner and Buchanan-Washington Park North. Sincerely, -Your friends at Flanner and Buchanan