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MONTASSIR, SAM ALEXANDER (Age 8)

Died on Thursday, October 6, 2005. Sam was born in New York, NY on September 3, 1997. He was a very unique and highly intelligent child. He possessed a gregarious personality enabling him to never meet a stranger. Sam would travel around his neighborhood helping out in anyway he could. He was a loving and giving young man and never showed anger. Sam was a second grade student at Lawrence Academy and was an avid fisherman and hunter. Funeral services will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, 2005 at Merry Hill Baptist Church by the Rev. Michael Bryant. Burial will follow in the Family Cemetery behind his home. Sam is survived by his mother, Jude Gilliam Montassir. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, October 8, 2005 at WALKER FUNERAL HOME, WINDSOR. Memorials gifts may be made to Merry Hill Baptist Church, c/o Cindy Pierce, 250 Peterson Church Rd., Merry Hill, 27957.

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 8, 2005.

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Kathy Johnson

December 30, 2014

Jude,
I am another who read your books and was wanted to know more about you so I browsed the internet. Please accept my sincere condolences. I lost a beautiful little boy, so I am well aware that, while it gets better, the pain of loss never goes completely away. Thank you for all of the hard work you have done on your novels that have brought so much pleasure to so many. You are in our prayers.

Monica Mitchell

August 13, 2013

I'm reading The Summerhouse and because I like it, I went looking online to learn about Jude Devereaux. There are no words I can find for comforting this sadness, even all these years late; but you are in my thoughts and so is your son tonight.

MICHELINE SANTOS

September 21, 2011

OK, I JUST FIND OUT TODAY THAT THE BOY, THAT I TOOK CARE AS A NANNY FOR ABOUT 4years, his gone my heart is broken im in tears o,m,g,have 2 KIDS BOY THAT IS 8Y, I HAVE SO MANNY MEMORIES FROM SAM, AND FTS, IM SO SAD, THAT I CAN THING ANYMORE PLEASE BE OK IM HERE

Kim

January 5, 2011

Dear Jude,
I just read that your son Sam passed away several years ago. I lost my son in a car accident in 2003 so I understand how you feel. My son was much older than your Sam... I am so very sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to you.
BTW - I love your books.

Ann Weed

May 16, 2010

I was so saddened to hear about the loss of your son, Sam. I hope God has given you and your family peace. We don't know why, but we will someday. I have a Samuel Alexander (my grandson), who is now 12 and I cannot even imagine______

I have been an avid reader of yours for years and recently have been loaning my books to others to enjoy. Keep up the entertaining and clean books. God bless you and yours

Kaylee

October 29, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have been a fan of yours from the start of your career and loved to feel your love and enthusiasm for your son, Sam. Having suffered several losses of my own in recent years - including the unexpected passing of a much-loved 45 y/o brother - I have not surfed the net for news on my favorite authors until now. And Sam was the one I was so eager to meet - knowing you were an avid photographer of him. My heart is out to you. There are no words to suffice. Please be well and may peace be with you.

Amber Shepherd

September 5, 2008

I have been a fan of your for several years, and just completed the Forever Series again for the second time. I would love if you could somday think about adding another book to that series and maybe putting a glorius adventure along with Adam and Darcie's reunion and their "happily ever after"!!!!
I was so wrapped up into your books that I decided to google you, and that is when I discovered the news about your son. I have a child that is 8, and I admire your strength to continue, as it must have been hard. God gives us lessons to learn, and tasks to complete, you are a strong woman with God's love surrounding you. Much luck in life!

Lina

July 10, 2008

12 years ago I discovered Jude Gilliams books. Over the years I have managed to get my hands on 28 of her books, and each one has brought me days of intense happiness (yes, I always finish them within days), followed by weeks of thinking about the book I just read. That this wonderful writer, who gives her characters such warm hearts and charming traits, has experiences such a tragedy, breaks my heart. I wonder if she knows how many readers around the world are giving their thoughts to her in this difficult time. Does she know how loved she is of her readers? That probably doesn’t help her right now, but maybe some day.

joyce ollero

June 21, 2008

its been a long time ... i still keep track of your masterpiece....dont stop making your readers feel good...hope to see you somewhere....

mary~ n/a

June 18, 2008

hi,
i have read most of your books & am reading Someone to Love now...i googled to see if you had a site & found out your son, sam passed in 05
you are in my thots & prayers
peace&blessings
mary~

C. Coughlin

June 16, 2008

Dearest Jude,
My son turns 8 this year and is my everything. I cannot begin to fathom the heaviness in your heart, so please know that I have taken some of that heaviness for you. My love and prayers.

N Shah

February 1, 2008

Dear Ms. Deveraux,

I am very sorry when I read that your son had passed away three years ago. I love your books and they truly tell me what kind of a person you are inside an no one in your family derserved what happened.

Corina Elisio

November 17, 2007

dear jude: just find out. i´m so so sorry. i wish you peace and tender in this notes

Corina Elisio

November 17, 2007

dear jude: i`so sorry. I wish you find peace and tender in this notes,,, With all my care.
Corina

belle musni

November 2, 2007

jude...

i'm so sorry for the loss of your son...
i was so shocked when i found out a while ago...
i didn't know...
i hope u can find peace and happiness because i'm sure that sam also wants you to be happy eventhough he's gone...
good luck, and i'm hoping to read more of your new released books...
love yah and take care always!!!
you're my idol jude!i know you can overcome the trials you are facing...


--------------------
your #1,
belle --(i want to be an author just like you, jude...that's my dream/wish...)

Michelle G

August 18, 2007

I was shocked and saddened to learn of your loss. I hope you can find peace and tranquility.
With great admiration (and sympathy)

Maria

June 14, 2007

I felt such pain when I learned of your loss. I am so sorry.

There are simply no words.

God bless your little Sam.

Martha Berry

May 26, 2007

Dearest Sam,

I'm sorry I never had the pleasure of meeting you. I am hope you were on hand to welcome your Grandfather last Sunday morning. He was a good man who was the best wordworker I've ever known.

Rebecca Rose

February 8, 2007

Dear Jude,
I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I have been a fan of your books since I was a young woman, and I was so glad to see that you had become a mother. Every time I got a new book I thrilled to hear how you happy you were with Sam. My condolences and prayers go out to you, and please know that there are many people thinking of you. My utmost sympathy and condolences.

Linda Hensby

November 16, 2006

Dear Jude

Just a short message to say I am thinking of you and little Sam, such a dear little boy. I know it's just over a year now but I'm sure the pain is still great.

Jemi Aquino

November 7, 2006

Dear Jude,

I have been reading your books since I was 13 years old. And for the past 13 years, your stories have given me strength during the darkest moments of my life. Thank you.

May God repay your kindess to me by healing the wounds of your loss, and by giving you the strength to keep on living and writing stories to inspire other young women like me.

My sincerest condolences,

November 4, 2006

Jude,

No words can express my sympathies, there are JUST no words. I pray that one day you will find peace.

Warm Regards,
Jos

Jenny Henke

November 4, 2006

I can't imagine giong through what you must have gone through. I am so sorry!

Diana

October 29, 2006

Jude, I just now stumbled upon this news. I am so sorry to learn of your son's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you heal.

Tonia

October 25, 2006

Jude,
As a new mother, I can't imagine the loss you have suffered and I grieve with you. I'm sorry that I just now learned about it.

Lori Camire

October 6, 2006

Jude, I am a book fan but it is the mother in me that is reaching out to the mother in you during your loss. I just heard about it and I am sincerely sorry. I've had my own loss and knowing there were those that cared for me and were praying helped tremendously. Remember all the wonderful times with Sam. He was a wonderful boy and is still sharing his love and smiles... just in a different neighborhood now. My prayers are with you.

Mary Castellow

September 2, 2006

Jude, I think of you so often with deepest sympathy for your great loss. Bill Castellow speaks of you very often and expresses his sorrow for you loss. I know you miss your darling son more than words can express. Please know we think of you and pray you are well. Mary Castellow & Evelyn Harden

Jenni Osorio

August 27, 2006

Jude, I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. You are a remarkable writer! I am sure just as remarkable a mother.



Know my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Angela Williams

August 20, 2006

I too lost my son and I know the pain you are feeling. Should you need a helping hand you may e-mail me at [email protected]. My prayers are with you.

Prick my finger and I shall bleed, prick my heart and I shall die. (Lee_F79)

Joycelyn Ollero

August 6, 2006

i'm so sorry to hear about the news... i feel so bad about it .. we are living on two separate worlds... but i wanted to let you know that your stories touched the deepest longings of my heart. and hearing a loss like this for you is so much of pain...my condolences...please be strong ....keep the your heart and spirit strong. iknow wherever he is right now he's happy , sharing that brief moment with you is all worth it.He must be very proud to have a mother like you . God bless you

Ashley E.

July 17, 2006

I'd never been able to read past the first few pages of a book until may of 2005 when i picked up the book 'The Princess'. Since then I haven't been able to put books down. I only read Jude Deveraux. I now own every book you've ever written except the spanish versions of course. Jude you are my Hero! I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to lifes routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends and may you take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Missy Brocious

June 30, 2006

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Georgette Benjamin

June 23, 2006

As I sit here with tears in my eyes I extend to you my deepest sympathies for your loss. I post quite often on the RT Message Board and was only made aware of this recently. Your books brought me out of dark tunnels when I was a teenager and for that.... I thank you from my very heart.



If there is ANYTHING your fans can do please let it be known to us. I can recall how very proud you were of Sam, you were very giving during your pregnancy and when he was born with information through Romantic Times so we as your devoted readers felt your joy and now although we can not begin to comprehend your loss, we wish to show that "YOU are loved". Sincerely,

Karen Greenwood

June 14, 2006

I discovered your writings while on vacation 3 years ago. That week I read 5 of your books. I'm a fan for life. My thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything a simple girl in Florida can do for you, please just ask. You've given so much to me with your books, I would like to give back. Much love and admiration.

Jean

June 9, 2006

I just found out about this today....there's nothing more that can be said that hasn't already been said but I do want to say that my thoughts and prayers are with you Jude....

Ellen Ross

May 12, 2006

Ms. Deveraux,

My heart breaks for you. I can only hope and pray that you have memories that make will you smile and laugh once again.

No'eau Koko

May 3, 2006

The thoughts and prayers of my family are with you and your loved ones. Go with God...

Your Old Neighbors

April 30, 2006

Dear Jude,

We, your former neighbors of CT send our deepest apologies and give you hope through this troubled time. We miss you very much in this neighborhood and would like to just say hello and see how you are doing. We are very sorry about Sam and we send or hope to him. He was a great friend of mine and a great kid.

Sharon Flaig

April 27, 2006

Dear Jude:



I just learned of your tragic loss. I know that words can't help you bear your grief, but I do want you to know that my prayers are with you and your family.



I have been a fan of yours for many years. I have most of your novels released under the Candlelight series and any since then. Any book you release is on my automatic buy list.



Take care and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Moniq Velarde

April 16, 2006

Dear Jude, I write from Santa Cruz de la Sierra Bolivia, i love your books...and i release today about your lost...I deeply sorry beacuse behind your write i always had the feeling that you are a very sensitive human been, and i supose that this tragedy let you down and depress...but please, move on...i m sure that your son will wish that, and he will be with you always...

Sorry for my english, but i just want let you know that i admire your gift, and i hope that you can be happy again.

Hugs and best wishes from BOLIVIA

Heidi LaCasse

April 5, 2006

Dear Jude,



You have been my favorite author for years. I have just learned about your loss. I understand that even though it was almost 6 months ago that it is early days yet. I too have lost a son, 2 years ago. The rules are as long as I get out of bed, brush my teeth, and carry on-I am allowed to cry whenever I want. I am crying with you now. It does get easier, but I don't think that it will ever be easy. Distraction therapy, staying busy, busy, busy. In my carrying on, I honor my son...as you do your son. Take care.

Michele S

March 5, 2006

Ms. Deveraux,

I wish to express my condolences on the loss of your son. Words have no meaning to say how sorry I am. I hope that one day you will be able to read these entries and know how much of a difference you have made in the lives of so many. I started reading your books when I was 17, and to date, have yet to find another author for whose next release I anticipate the most. My heart goes out to you.

Tina Keoppel

February 19, 2006

When I heard what had happened to Jude's son, my heart broke. I have a son that loves to take chances also and I know that I would really be devastated if something ever happened to him. I am so very sad and my prayers and love go out to Jude and her family. I have been reading her books for years and I have really enjoyed them. Please know that we all love her and wish her well. Tina

Susan Ward

February 16, 2006

My Dear Jude how very sorry we are to hear that you had such a loss we just heard about it to night reading your books and your emails here in california we dont get much news from your part of the country and so we had to hear the sad news from your web sight thank you for your very great books and we hope to read more of them as they come out your truely Susan

Jasmine Tan

February 13, 2006

I just wanted to offer my condolences, Jude. Losing someone you love is never easy, and losing a child even harder. My prayers are with you and your family.

Gloria Tamplin

February 9, 2006

Dear Jude: I have just learned this tragic news of your loss and it took my breath away. My thoughts and prayers are with you, I only wish I had the words to bring you comfort, since you have brought so much joy to me through your books. God grant you the strength to deal with your great loss.

Barbie & Stephen Miller

January 26, 2006

Dear Jude

We just don't know where to start, we are both absolutely shattered by the news we have heard today. God only knows the pain you must be feeling as we know how precious Sam is to you. There are so many things we would like to say but just don't know how to put them into words. We will hold on to the memories of the fun times we were able to share together. Our hearts and thoughts go out to you now and always.

Barbie & Stephen

Linda Hensby

January 25, 2006

Dear Jude

I am so truly shocked by the news about little Sam. A truly lovely little boy... with a great little character even at the tender age of one! I cannot even begin to imagine the heartbreak you are going through... I know he meant the world to you. Keep the good memories in your heart..

With love

Linda Hensby

Tammy Olivarez

January 24, 2006

Jude I was so saddened to hear of your loss I have kids of my own and couldnt imagine the pain you are feeling my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours! God Bless

Nora Ponce

January 9, 2006

My deepest condolences. My only hope is that we bring a little light into your life at this time of need since you have brought so much into ours.

Brenda Rivera

January 9, 2006

My thought and prayer to you and your family.

Nicole Ryder

January 6, 2006

Jude,



I know that there is nothing that anyne can say at this time to take the pain away. I will not even begin to say that I know how you feel. I just want you to know that you have filled many lives with joy and wonder with your writing. You will be in my prayers forever. Your precious son died on my birthday. I will never forget that. Every year when it rolls by, I will stop and think of him and say a prayer for you. He will always be alive and I will help you to validate that by acknowleding that he lived. I am so sorry again to hear of your loss, may peace be with you and may the angels help you when you struggle.

mona lisa

January 4, 2006

Tenderly...may time heal your sorrow,

Gently...may friends ease your pain,

Softly...may peace replace heartache,

And may warmest memories remain.



My deepest sympathy and condolence.



Mona Lisa "aka" LaReina

Lynn Hagan

December 28, 2005

My sincere sympathy in your loss.

Valarie Zwahr

December 25, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. My heart will be with you now and in the years to come.

Patricia Star

December 22, 2005

Dearest Jude, You have given so much light and love to everyone with your beautiful stories,may the universe give to you at this time--loving comfort to your heart, and peace to your soul. I can only share with you from my own experience, that Sam is not far from you and never say goodbye to him , remember him always in your heart---talk to your photos as if he is still there. He is still with you...Much love,

Be Brave and Know

Lynn Kraiza

December 17, 2005

Jude, to you and yours,



Before you were an author you were a woman and a mother...and still are. Because you are an author you have people who follow you and your life.

I am so deeply sorry for your loss and can't put into words the regret I feel as well, I too lost someone at a young age. However, if there's one thing that helps, it's to remember the times that were happy, when you laughed, and hugged, and even were mad. Memories make people last forever....as long as they're in our hearts, they'll never die. That, I am sure of. Peace be with you and yours...

Kate Marshall

December 17, 2005

Dear Jude,

My heart goes out to you, my Husband, Paul, was killed on his motorbike on 21st September 2005, we had been married only 10 months.



It is a tough life, and life has to go on, but its really hard sometimes, remember there is always someone there for you.



All the best

Giovanna T

December 9, 2005

My heart breaks for you...my deepest condolences.

Patricia Prideaux

December 4, 2005

May God Bless You and Keep You in this trying time. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

Maggie Culligan

November 25, 2005

My sincerest condolences on your loss. My heartfelt prayers are with you.

Amanda O'Halloran

November 23, 2005

My thought and prayers are with you. I can not imagine your loss.

Jessica Kelly

November 22, 2005

My sincere condolences to you ad your family for this tragic loss.

Toni Bradford

November 22, 2005

I first read one of your books in 1987 and you have been my favorite author since then.



I am so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. That should never happen to a Mother. I pray that the angels surround, comfort and assist you and your family through this time.

Barbara Barnwell

November 22, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. I will always have fond memories of Sam from when we were together in Italy.

Star Bastianty-Gaumnitz

November 21, 2005

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your books have given me such great pleasure over the years. My deepest sympathy for you and yours.

Paige Chadwick

November 18, 2005

You have given your readers so much and I wish we could give back in this hard time. You are in our thoughts and prayers through your loss.

Jennifer Usher

November 18, 2005

I was deeply saddened to learn of your loss. I cannot begin to imagine what you have gone through. You will be in my prayers.

Lisa F

November 16, 2005

My Heartfelt sympathy's goes out to you and your family. There is no words I can think of to ease your pain. You are in my prayers and thoughts..

Joni Carter

November 15, 2005

I was totally shocked to hear of Sam's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. Know that I am praying for you and yours.

Sarah Dutton

November 12, 2005

I do not know how to express the pain I feel for you. It started out that I was just looking for a place to post a comment about Remembrance. It was so beautiful it made me cry and now I am crying because of your loss. I am sure he was your absolute joy as my children are mine. I hope this finds you as well as can be expected. I am sorry for your loss.

Brenda Wells

November 12, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out for you and your family.

Rose Abrams

November 10, 2005

My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. There is no greater pain than having to bury a child.

You are in my prayers.

Tania Nicholls

November 10, 2005

I cannot express how sorry for your loss I am. Please know that so many of us are praying and thinking of you. You have given so much to us, that this is the least we can do for you.

vickey callen

November 9, 2005

Jude

I am so sorry for your loss. Your books have given me so much pleasure over the years and I just wish there were something I could do in return. You and Sam are in my prayers.

Vickey

Heather Morrissey

November 9, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have my deepest sympathies.



Sadness flies away on the wings of time.

- Jean de La Fontaine

suzanne

November 8, 2005

You are in my prayers.

Angela Low

November 8, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always. May God hold you in his loving arms as I know he now holds Sam. Bless you always.

Kristin Miller

November 7, 2005

It pains me to hear that someone who has given so much to so many people has suffered such a profound loss.



You are in my prayers.

Tiffany Nichols

November 5, 2005

May God bless you in your time of need, and may his angels watch over you. Words cannot express how sorry I am for your lost. Please know that you are in everyone's thoughts and prayers.

M C

November 4, 2005

God has taken another little angel home.

Linda-Rose Sternfeld

November 3, 2005

We remember his life and all that made him the boy he was. His work, play, special gifts, his sense of humor and all he enjoyed. The stories and love you share will keep him about you always. The angles will guide you.



The love you feel will always be there. Remember the bad times, the good times and all the times inbetween. This is Sam.



May G-d bless and keep you.

Jacqueline Sinclair Short

November 3, 2005

I cannot imagine the depths of your sorrow or find words to convey the emotions of what is felt at these times. I can only write, I'm deeply sorry for your loss and convey a wordless hug.

Nellie Mathis Williams

November 1, 2005

Jude ,you have brought so much joy into the lives of my daughters and I.You have challenged us to think, consider different aspects of life choices.How to survive pain. Thank you. I Pray now that you and your family will allow the God of Peace and Compassion to hold and comfort you.give you strength.He loves you even more than all of us.Vaya Con Dios Love Nellie

Gema Carrasco

November 1, 2005

Querida Jude, creo que sólo otra madre que haya perdido un hijo sabe verdaderamente lo que tú estas pasando, otra persona sólo puede imaginárselo, aun así siento tu pena igual, pienso que todas tus lectoras que hemos soñado, reido, llorado....en fin ...vivido con tus historias hemos llegado a considerarte parte de nuestra vida y sentimos enormemente tu pérdida.En estos momentos tan dificiles espero que sepas que no estas sola y que todo nuestro cariño está contigo.

Un enorme abrazo, Gema.

K G

November 1, 2005

Words can hardly express what you must be feeling at this time. As words are your gift to the world, hopefully the words returned to you in this guest book from around the world will carry you through this terrible time and give you the strenght to carry on.

Marisa Tonezzer

October 31, 2005

Dear Jude,



May God help you and your family in these difficult times.

A loving embrace from all the people at Ediciones B, your Spanish language publishers.

Cheryl Collette

October 30, 2005

I just found out and it grieves my heart to know of your loss. My prayer is that you will find peace and comfort through God...the only true source of peace. You've been there to brighten my life during many troublesome times. I hope this little note might bless you back.

Rose Weber

October 30, 2005

Dear Jude, We are so very sorry for your lost. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for all your wonderful books.

K Sullivan

October 29, 2005

I wish you the strength to go on. Trying to imagine how I would feel in the same spot is nearly paralyzing. After your heart stops squeezing so tightly, I hope recalling the joys of yours son's life helps to bring light back into your life again.With my sincerest sympathy.

Ramona Simmons

October 28, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Just know there are so many people out here who grieve with you and are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Kavanagh

October 28, 2005

Nothing that can be said is enough. I am truly saddened by your loss and you and your family are in my prayers. Just remember that God gave you a gift and, while it was time for him to go, you'll cherish him and all your memories together forever.

Nicole Thorman

October 27, 2005

Deepest condolences for your loss.

toñi

October 27, 2005

lo siento muchisimo.

un fuerte abrazo

Debbie O'Hara

October 26, 2005

My deepest condolences on your loss. My heartfelt prayers go out to you and your family. I am so sorry.

Jazmín Nieves

October 25, 2005

Querida Jude: sin conocerte personalmente, te siento una amiga porque tus libros me han acercado a ti. Por eso quiero que sepas que mi corazón está contigo en este momento de dolor. Besos, Jazmín

Joyce Borniard

October 25, 2005

Dear Jude and Family, I can't imagine how sad the loss of your child may have been. Is so unffair that someone like you, who has brought us so many good feelings and thoughts through your books, has to suffer this tragedy. I'd like to be able to express myself more clearly in your language, because I'd like to reconfort you and give you back what you've given to me and so many people around the world through your beatiful and brilliant books. You don't know me, but you have been part of my life and your pain is my pain today. I'm deeply sorry, me and many readers from Spain are strongly thinking of you and your family on this hard days.

Maite Moraga

October 25, 2005

Querida Jude, desde España te mando mi mas sentido pesame.La perdida de un hijo es lo peor que le puede pasar a una madre. Recibe un abrazo y todo mi cariño. Maite

Bev Garrison

October 25, 2005

Jude, I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through. Know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

God Bless You and bring you Peace!

Tracy Jackson

October 25, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss.All of our thoughts,and prayers are with you in your time of need.Thank you for all that you have given to me,and the world.

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How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

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