Dedham - Samuel B. Brayall, 75, died unexpectedly at his beloved home "on the mountain" December 19, 2023. He was born March 10, 1948, in Fort Fairfield, the son of Burton R. and M. Alice (Theriault) Brayall.
Sam graduated from Fort Fairfield High School in 1966. After graduation, Sam enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served for four years. Once leaving the Navy, he was a long time employee at Verizon Phone Company, where he worked for 30 years.
Sam leaves behind his only son, Burton T. Brayall; his wife, Chelsie; and their three children, Tyler, Zoey, and Lily, all of Dedham. Sam loved his family and was a very proud father and Papi. Surviving in addition to his son, are his sisters, Gaye Kelley of Connecticut, and Lorraine and Robert Horst of Washington; brother-in-law, John Freitag of Connecticut; and many nieces and nephews. Sam had a wonderful circle of friends that he treasured dearly. In addition to his parents, Sam was predeceased by a sister, Mary; and dear friend, Michael Theriault.
There will not be a funeral at this time per Sam's wishes. The family will be planning a reception to celebrate Sam's life at a later date.
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