Sunrise: December 23, 1958
Sunset: October 10, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that the Kemokai family announces the passing of our beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend — Samuel (Sam) V. Kemokai, who departed this life on October 10, 2025, in San Jose, California.
Sam was born on December 23, 1958, in Liberia. He will be fondly remembered for his kindness, laughter , and unwavering love for his family and friends.
He is survived by his sons Samuel Kemokai Jr., Varney Kemokai, and Emmanuel Kemokai; his siblings Albert Kemokai, Sylvester Kemokai, Sally Kemokai, Jimmy Kemokai, and Mimmy Kemokai; and 7 grandchildren who brought him immense joy.
He was predeceased by his parents James P. Kemokai and Maria Kemokai, and his siblings Mariam Kemokai Selli and Zoe Kemokai.
Sam will be remembered as a devoted father, a loyal friend, and a man who carried his Liberian roots with pride. His life touched many, and his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
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Funeral Arrangements
Wake Service: Friday, November 14, 2025 — 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Morgan Jones Funeral Home, 4200 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95822
Funeral Service: Saturday, November 15, 2025 — 9:00 AM
Location: Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church
7595 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95823
Interment: Ruhkala Monument Cemetery
1001 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95818
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Hotel Options (Nearby)
For family and friends traveling in for the funeral, here are nearby hotel options:
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Sacramento Elk Grove
- Holiday Inn Express Elk Grove Central, an IHG Hotel
- Hampton Inn & Suites Sacramento-Elk Grove Laguna I-5
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott Sacramento Elk Grove
Please use ZIP codes 95822, 95818, or 95823 when searching for additional hotel options in the area.
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Contacts for More Information
Samuel K Jr.: +1 (916) 206-9541
Jimmy Kemokai: +1 (773) 952-9612
Vaanii Ghana: +1 (925) 518-8449
Sylvester Kemokai: +231 88 899 1218
Albert Kemokai: +231 88 037 1381
Zoeborn Gbana: +1 (916) 519-8231
