Death date: May 23, 2014
Foley Samuel Provenzano, 79, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Jennie Provenzano; and brothers, Paul and Joe Vincent Provenzano. Foley is survived by his loving wife of 58 year Read Obituary
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Foley was one of the best people I knew back in 1952 AT Stephen F. Austin High
School. I used to tease him and call him "Folly" but he always laughed at it. He
was VERY smart, but never acted like he was better than others. I usually sat
behind him (my maiden name was Phenix, so that put me alphabetically in front of or behind him). He was gracious and kind. I'm sorry he's gone - one less good guy on
the planet.
Dad, I miss you so much every day. I listen to sports talk radio in the car because you used to do it and that that’s how I feel close to you. Fido is there now with you. I’ll bet you guys are deer hunting together. I’m glad you were not here to see what Fido went through the last two years from cancer. Now, he is safe in heaven with you. Love you guys.
Foley was a man that taught all of us profound lessons about life without saying a word. His character was above reproach, his promises absolute, and his dedication to his family and friends was unquestionable. He gave everything in life his absolute best, and flattered those of us trying to keep up! I am honored to call him my Father-In-Law, and truly grateful for his influence in my life and the lives of my children. He was an incredible Grandfather and an unforgettable man. I love you Foley Sam!!!!!
Foley was a one of a kid man. I enjoyed my contact and relationship when he was at Texas City. He was a gentleman and a joy to be around. He enjoyed life and family and made lasting friends.
I have known Foley as a fellow Carbider and a friend for many years. We shared a carpool to the Seadrift Plant from Victoria, Texas in the 60’s. He was one of-a kind and will be missed.
I am a heritage Union Crabide working now for Dow- in the Texas City Plant. He was a SUPER PLANT MANAGER.. God bless the family.
Carol G. Johnson
Foley was smart and a good man. He was always fun. I knew him when he first started out at UCC. He treate those who worked with him and those who worked for him pretty much the same ane remained a nice guy always.
Gerld Smith
Dear Pat and Family
My greatest sympathy for your loss of an amazing husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and my dear cousin Foley Sam. I loved how he used to tease me, always had a wry comment and laugh about life. I was in wonderment as a child, 9 years younger, when he was a student at Rice University, looked up to him always for his brilliance and his humanity. I can see him laughing, always finding the funny side and being deeply caring. We had such good times at Grandma’s and at Aunt Jenny’s, and I remember the deep grief for the loss of his brother Joe, while still a student at Rice.
We have lost a great man who loved his family so much, made life seem simple and doable. I will always have a special place in my heart for my cousin Foley Sam, a remarkable, unique and kind man. I know you are still with us.
Love, Phyllis (SantaMaria, based in London, England)
PS: I am so pleased we got together for our family reunion, 100 strong, 29 June 2013 in Houston and had such a wonderful day together. That means a lot.
My thoughts and prayers are with this family during this time of grief. I did not know this gentleman but I know Marianne’s husband, Kenneth Friedell, (my cousin) had nothing but nice things to say about him. Kenny thought the world of him and will miss him dearly.
Foley,was a kind and thoughtful man. Watching the way he handeled himself with our plant and our community made up proud to be Carbider’s. He broke the mold. I have 34 years at Texas city and never will anyone ever be like him. God be with you Foley.
