Samuel James Sandberg

Our loved son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend, Samuel James Sandberg, returned to his loving Savior on Sunday, September 15, 2019, after a struggle with mental health conditions. Sam is survived by his parents Kort and Jill Sandberg and his sisters, Mallory (Dominic) Frucci, and Rachel. Sam was preceded in death by his grandparents Merrill and Deloris Sandberg and Youell and Barbara Warner.
Sam grew up in Taylorsville, Utah. He went to Westbrook Elementary and Bennion Jr. High, attended Cottonwood High School and graduated in 2016. He then went on to attend SLCC and UVU. He enjoyed working for Crate & Barrel as a Stockroom Associate for over a year.
Sam had such a great sense of humor! He would often make his family and friends laugh from his dancing, impersonations, and joking around with them. Sam’s many interests included playing games of all kinds with friends, reading, and listening to and curating music. Sam was gifted at drawing, sketching and design. He appreciated nice things and enjoyed collecting clothes and shoes from his favorite new and vintage brands.
As an LDS Church member, the Gospel of Jesus Christ was important to Sam and he showed this through his participation and by his service to others. He was active with his Young Men’s group and scouting organization, where he attained the rank of Eagle Scout. Sam enjoyed being out in nature whether it be spending time at a park, camping with the young men or his other “3 Musketeers” in addition to camping with family at Big or Little Cottonwood canyons. After seeing a stunning total solar eclipse in 2017 on a family trip, Sam was eagerly anticipating seeing the eclipse in 2024 (but he might still find a great spot to see that).
The family was important to Sam and he was loved by all of this family and extended family members. When his grandparents were still alive, Sam always enjoyed seeing them (whether in SLC, Spanish Fork, or St. George) and visiting with his cousins and other family members.
Sam was an advocate. He had a strong desire that everyone should show love and have acceptance for all.
A gathering of family and friends to share memories of Sam will be held on Sunday, September 22 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Westbrook 4th Ward Building. Sam’s funeral service will be held on Monday, September 23 at 11:00 am at the Westbrook 4th Ward Chapel at 6364 S 3200 W, Taylorsville. A viewing will be held prior to the funeral from 9:00-10:30 am. Burial will be at the Memorial Redwood Cemetery.
Our family wants to express the importance of reaching out and asking for help. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is 1-800-273-8255. The lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
Service Information
Viewing September 23, 2019 at 9:00 - 10:30 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Westbrook 4th Ward Chapel at 6364 S 3200 W, Taylorsville, Utah 84129





Funeral Service
September 23, 2019 at 11:00 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Westbrook 4th Ward Chapel at 6364 S 3200 W, Taylorsville, Utah 84129