Samuel Joseph Soda
October 16, 2020
Samuel Joseph Soda, 78, passed away at his home October 16, 2020.
Samuel was born March 14, 1942 in Des Moines to Joseph and Rose Marie (Pirillo) Soda. He graduated from Dowling High School. Samuel proudly served his country in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. After returning from his first tour in Vietnam, he moved to Buffalo, New York as a Marine recruiter. Samuel later returned to Des Moines following his second tour in Vietnam and worked as a Polk County Deputy. He moved to the Kansas City area as a salesman for Robert Bosch and later opened his own auto parts store which involved extensive traveling. In 1979, Samuel returned to Des Moines and continued his career as a salesman. In 1980, he became a private investigator and continued that career for 12 years. Samuel had his pilot’s license and enjoyed flying. He also loved his motorcycles, boats, guns and playing golf.
Samuel is survived by his wife, Deb Soda; children, Maria (Roger) McFarland, Joe (Rose) Soda, Jim Sanders, Joe (Andrea Kline) Sanders, Daniel (Christina) Soda and Stacey Barness; ten grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Rose Anne Johansen and Theresa Soda; as well as a host of extended family and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
The family will greet friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with the Rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, October 22nd at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 15 Indianola Road. Samuel will be laid to rest with military honors at Glendale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa in loving memory of Samuel.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
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09/30/2024
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Ben Goldberg
07/10/2024
THIS PEDO HELPED ABDUCT JONNY GOSCH AND 12 OTHER BOYS
Steve
07/10/2024
ENJOY HELL YOU DIRTY PEDOPHILE
Steve
07/10/2024
THIS MAN WAS EVIL HE WAS A DIRTY PEDOPHILE AND HE WAS INVOVLED IN A LOT OF KIDANPPINGS AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING!!
George
03/29/2024
I’m some Idiot convinced Sam abducted every kid in Iowa. I have no proof but check my website full of garbage for more info
Concerned Citizen
01/14/2024
Sam was a serial liar and attention seeker: who had connections to missing paper boys & child offenders in Des Moines. His surviving connections should come forward about what Sam knew about Johnny Gosch's disappearance, and why he was able to predict Eugene Martin's kidnapping shortly thereafter. God knows the truth, and Sam is now paying for anything he knew.
Anonymous Woman
12/24/2023
I hear Samuel Soda was the one who kidnapped a young boy in the late 1980s, which resulted in the boy's lifelong separation from his mother. He (Samuel) is likely burning in hell.
Jeff rose
10/22/2020
it is with a sad heart we say goodbye to Sam . He will always be remembered as a lovable asshole
Stacy Siegner
10/22/2020
I only met Sam 15 months ago when I moved in nextdoor. He was immediately all up in my business and bossing me around. Ha, no really, Sam and Deb welcomed me on the first day and have been instant friends. Sam was a generous and brilliant resource. He did everything he could to make life a little easier for me. He will never know how grateful I am to have had him as my neighbor & friend. He cheered me up when I was down and gave me courage to move forward. I wish I had been given more time to hear all his stories. He said he was too mean to die. But really he was the kindest soul with the foulest mouth I have ever met. Rest in peace dear friend.
Carole Jean Larson
10/21/2020
I am so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. I met Sam and Debbie many years ago thru my husband, Jim DiMaio. Sam's smile and the twinkle in his eyes always made me smile. He was one great guy. My heart and love go out to you, Debbie. May Sam rest in peace.
Cathy Gochnauer
10/21/2020
I was surprised to hear of Sam's passing. What I know of him is that he seemed like a tough guy on the outside but really a total softy on the inside. I was happy when he organized the "First Cousin" reunion. It was a fun experience that I'll always remember. RIP Sam. ❤
Alyce and Kyle Johnson
10/21/2020
So sorry to hear of Sam's passing. Our condolences to Debbie, AJ, Teresa, and the family. May your memories of Sam be a blessing to your family.
Paul Murphy
10/21/2020
RIP old friend. Save some room up there for the rest of us guys.
Raymond Boyer
10/21/2020
Sam has been a great friend for many years now. I am so sad and wish the family the best in this time of grief. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jerry Huston Sr
10/21/2020
Sam and I were on the Polk County Sheriff's dept in the 70's together. He was a good Deputy! :-)..RIP Sam--..