1. 04-13-21 12:58 PM #1
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    RIP Sam9Ball

    Update 5/12: Thank you to all who donated via SBR Store. A total of $3,690 was raised.

    Update 4/14:     Sam's wife, Carol, has created a GoFundMe page for anyone who is interested in helping.

    A message from her:

    "I am Carol Belila, wife of Sam Belila. Sam was an amazing husband, father and Papa. He passed away on Monday April 12,2021 from multiple medical issues due to Kidney failure. He will greatly be missed by all who knew him. He leaves behind medical expenses that we are not will be covered by his insurance. Anything will help and be greatly appreciated."

    It is with a heavy heart that we deliver the terrible news that Sam9ball has passed away. Sam was as classy as they come; kind, gentle, funny, a dedicated husband and family man, and a friend that would go out of his way to help anybody in need.

    We will share details of any fundraiser setup by Sam's family, along with any other information the family wishes to be made public. For SBR members who would like to contribute, we have enabled a special item in the SBR Store where point donations will go directly to Sam's wife, Carol. Please send my account a PM with any questions on this and use this thread to pay your respects to Sam.

    Rest in peace, Sam. We will miss you partner.

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  2. 04-13-21 12:59 PM #2
    ChuckyTheGoat
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    Noooo! RIP, sam9.
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  3. 04-13-21 01:00 PM #3
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    Oh wow. Rest in Peace Sam.
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  4. 04-13-21 01:01 PM #4
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    Horrible news , met Sam at multiple bashes was always a great guy ..

    RIP Sam , You will be missed

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  5. 04-13-21 01:01 PM #5
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    I met Sammy at a bash in Vegas (maybe 2012?). Great dude, very personable. RIP Sammy!
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  6. 04-13-21 01:02 PM #6
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    So sad

    Nothing but great things to say about a true professional.

    Prayers for Carol.

    Rest up and enjoy that big casino , sports book, and poker room in the sky, buddy
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  7. 04-13-21 01:02 PM #7
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    Wow! Just horrible news.R.I.P. Sammy
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  8. 04-13-21 01:03 PM #8
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    RIP Sam
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  9. 04-13-21 01:04 PM #9
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    A HUGE loss for SBR. RIP
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  10. 04-13-21 01:04 PM #10
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    Sad to hear this
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  11. 04-13-21 01:05 PM #11
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    RIP Sammy
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  12. 04-13-21 01:07 PM #12
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    RIP Sam you were a Good person . You will be missed
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  13. 04-13-21 01:10 PM #13
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    Rest in peace, Sam!

    I will always be thankful that I was given the opportunity to know and work with you! Be free now.
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  14. 04-13-21 01:13 PM #14
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    Terrible news.
    Condolences to his wife and family.
    RIP Sam
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  15. 04-13-21 01:13 PM #15
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    May you Rest In Peace kind Sir.
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  16. 04-13-21 01:15 PM #16
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    classy as they come. Very true.
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  17. 04-13-21 01:17 PM #17
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    Oh no. Rip Sam. So sorry to hear
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  18. 04-13-21 01:19 PM #18
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    terrible news!

    RIP Sammy

    Great guy! Had conversations with him in Punta
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  19. 04-13-21 01:19 PM #19
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    News does not get any sadder than this, RIP Sam9
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  20. 04-13-21 01:22 PM #20
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    i did not know him but some very nice things being written with respect to the man. may he rest in peace.
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  21. 04-13-21 01:22 PM #21
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    This is very sad. I'm shocked to hear this. Very nice man.

    RIP
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  22. 04-13-21 01:23 PM #22
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    I am floored. I too met sam, in Vegas in 2018.

    We will keep him and all those affected in our thoughts and prayers.
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  23. 04-13-21 01:24 PM #23
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    Wow - so sorry to hear. Obviously didn't know him personally, but I know he's been a fixture around here for a long time, seemed like a good guy and a very dedicated employee. RIP sir.
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  24. 04-13-21 01:26 PM #24
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    Rest in Peace, Sammy. we will miss you.
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  25. 04-13-21 01:32 PM #25
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    I have said this before when members pass away here it shakes me up

    I only Met Sammy a few times in Vegas and he was the only one that ever got me to go to a bashand took care of me with perks

    I have talked to him many times on the phone terrible and sad day for SBR one of our worst

    He has a lovely wife, Rest In Peace Sammy
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  26. 04-13-21 01:32 PM #26
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    RIP Sam.
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  27. 04-13-21 01:33 PM #27
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    God's speed and blessings. Mr. Sammy. This is truly sad news.
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  28. 04-13-21 01:33 PM #28
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    I'll pour a drink for Sammy in a few
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  29. 04-13-21 01:35 PM #29
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    Damn... RIP my man
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  30. 04-13-21 01:36 PM #30
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    I'm so sorry to hear this.

    You will be missed Sammy.
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  31. 04-13-21 01:36 PM #31
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    NOOOO!

    He was such a good guy. Sad day.
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  32. 04-13-21 01:39 PM #32
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    Rest In Peace, sir. Sammy mailed me a lot of gift cards from the Store back in the day.
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  33. 04-13-21 01:43 PM #33
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    I met Sam at the last bash in Las Vegas.

    He talked for a while, asked about my life, and seemed so sincere.

    A great guy.

    God bless his family & friends
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  34. 04-13-21 01:46 PM #34
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    RIP Sam. I met him at a Vegas bash and talk to him. A great guy who will be missed
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  35. 04-13-21 01:53 PM #35
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    He is an amazing person!!! You will be deeply missed Sam
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