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Leslie Samuels Obituary

Leslie Susan Samuels, age 55, passed peacefully at home on September 8, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. In the eight weeks following her diagnosis with pancreatic cancer, she chose to live and explore nature by paddle boarding local lakes, ponds, creeks, and other natural gems with her brother. In the past month, she cherished the taste of lemon cake (and pie) for her 55th birthday and experienced the Perseid Meteor Shower while under a warm blanket sandwiched between family gazing at the night sky waiting to make a wish.

Born in Erie, Pa., on August 7, 1963, she was the daughter of Barbara Jean (Michel) Samuels and the late James Francis Samuels. She graduated from McDowell High School, the Art Institute of Chicago, and UCSD, majoring in Video and Performing Art. She had a passion for learning, nature, and creating.

Leslie is survived by her husband, Donald Mallwitz; her mother, Barbara Jean Samuels; her brother, James M. Samuels and her sister in law, Norine R. Gammon; one nephew, Andrew J. Samuels; three aunts; two uncles, and several cousins.

Following Leslie's wishes, there will be no viewing or visitation.

The family requests memorial donations be made to Inner-City Neighborhood Art House, 201 East 10th Street, Erie, PA 16503 nah.eriebenedictines.org" target="_blank">(nah.eriebenedictines.org).

Askins Cremation Funeral Services, 8354 Wattsburg Rd., Erie, PA 16509 is assisting the family with arrangements.

Sign the Guestbook at www.GoErie.com/obits.

Published by Erie Times-News on Sep. 11, 2018.
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Sallie Fulton

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September 7, 2019

So very sorry to hear of Leslie's passing. My deepest sympathies to her family. RIP

Karrie McDonald Fried

September 25, 2018

A special woman with the heart and soul of a sage. Much love and condolences to you Barb, Jamie, Noreen and to all who knew and loved her. I will miss Leslie's visits indeed, her spirit, her truth, her genius and ingenuousness, but take solace in knowing she is soaring in the heavens. Something tells me she's enjoying the flight.... xoxo

Terri

Terri Reed

September 14, 2018

Terri Reed

September 14, 2018

What a beautiful essay. My thoughts are with all of Leslie's family and friends with whom I grieve.

Kristy Pinkerton

September 13, 2018

To the Samuels:
We are so sorry for your loss, but glad to have met and spent some time with such a beautiful soul. Me and the girls mourn her loss, but gratify in what she has given us in her artistic abilities and love for nature and others.

Melanie Jackson And girls

September 12, 2018

To the Samuels, Barb and Jim, the Yeager family is deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We all have such fond memories of growing up together skiing, sailing and having beach breakfasts. We are glad Leslie was able to spend her last days enjoying the outdoors and spending time with family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

September 12, 2018

Barb, Bob and I were so saddened to learn of Leslie's death. We can't even imagine how difficult the last couple of months have been for you. Hopefully, knowing that Leslie chose to really live her last days will give you comfort. Rest her artist's soul.

Anita and Bob Bernstein/Sturm

September 12, 2018

To Barb, Jim, and Andy,

Don and I grieve with you. A young life gone too soon. I do believe she is with her Dad and grandparents. May she rest peacefully with them

Alice & Don Kenton

September 12, 2018

What a beautiful memorial to a beautiful woman. Many thoughts and heartfelt prayers going out to the family as you cope with this loss. Leslie's creative spirit lives on in the artwork surrounding us all.
Deepest sympathies,
Mike and Jen Spellacy

September 11, 2018

To my long lost favorite hippie friend.

peace,
cindi

cindi

September 11, 2018

cindi

September 11, 2018

The world has lost an Amazing soul but heaven has gained a Beautiful Angel. Love and peace to you.

Deb Kobal-DiCarlo

September 11, 2018

My haartfelt love to all of you. I will cherish the memory of lLeslie

Sallie Fulton

September 11, 2018

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