Samuel T. DeGroat, Sr.

SAUGERTIES - Samuel T.  "Sam" DeGroat, Sr., 72, of Country Lane died Monday, April 6, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loved ones.   Born December 25, 1953 in Kingston he was the son of the late Donald E. and Elizabeth (DeGroat) Decker. A Veteran of the Vietnam War he served in the United States Marine Corps from 1970-1974. He was employed for over fifteen years at KTB in Saugerties as a head pressman and later at Superior Roofing.  He was an avid biker and belonged to the Hudson Valley Biker's Network.   He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon, three sons: Samuel DeGroat, Jr. of Glasco, Shawne DeGroat of Saugerties, Nathan (Amanda) DeGroat of Saugerties, three daughters: Dawn Jones of Saugerties, Brittany (Patrick) Hicks and Kristen (Cody) DeGroat both of Saugerties.   Two sisters: Donna Cline of Saugerties and Elaine DeGroat of Fla., two brothers:, Alfred Decker, Jr. of PA and Donald DeGroat Jr. of Saugerties. 15 Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. He was pre deceased by his sisters Michaela Bonse and June DeAngelis. The family would like to express sincere gratitude to the nurses and staff of Hudson Valley Hospice, The Veterans Administration, and Diaz Ambulance. 

His Funeral Service will be held 10:00 AM Friday at the Seamon-Wilsey Funeral Home, Inc. Cor. of John & Lafayette Sts., Saugerties.   Friends will be received Thursday 6:00 -8:00 PM. Expressions of condolence may be shared with the family on Sam's Tribute Wall at SeamonWilseyFuneralHome.com

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