Co-founder of Fall River’s Sam’s Bakery passes away

The co-founder of a Fall River institution for over 60 years has passed away.

According to an obituary, 97-year-old Georgette Yamin passed away at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday.

Georgette and her late husband Saleem “Sam” Yamin left Lebanon to begin a new life in the United States. “They made a way for so many more family members to follow in the years to come. Georgette initially went to work at the Fall River Knitting Mill before she and Sam co-founded Sam’s Bakery in Fall River in 1961.”

“Although she was born into a devout Orthodox family, once settling in Fall River, St. Anthony of the Desert became her beloved church home. Georgette was very charitable and enjoyed attending daily liturgy. She was a member of the Blessed Mother Guild as well as the Order of St. Charbel. She loved spending time with her family, cooking and hosting, days spent at the beach, going for rides, traveling and telling stories, especially about her homeland. Georgette will be remembered as a pillar of faith, courage, strength and wisdom.”

Georgette’s Funeral will be held on Monday, June 30, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. from the Waring-Sullivan Home at Cherry Place, 178 Winter St., Fall River, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of the Desert Church, 300 N Eastern Ave., Fall River. Relatives and friends are invited. Burial in Notre Dame Cemetery, Fall River. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Georgette’s memory may be made to Sesobel, Caritas or St. Anthony of the Desert Church. Donations for all three organizations may be made by mail, 300 N Eastern Ave., Fall River 02723.