Sam-Karlin-Obituary

Sam Karlin

Portland, Oregon

1999 - 2024

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DIED
May 8, 2024
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Portland, Oregon

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Sam Richard Laguerre Karlin was born on May 21, 1999, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. The name given to him by his birth parents was Richard Laguerre. We finalized our adoption of our son, adding another first name "Sam" and giving him our family name of "Karlin." Marty, Sam's adoptive mom, first met...

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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.

I remember Sam when he first came to Valley Catholic High energy and what a charmer! He endeared himself to so many. So much potential and a huge heart. He definitely touched the hearts of our family and will be always remembered fondly with love. RIP amazing young man

Dear Karlin Family, Hearing of the news of Sam´s passing is deeply saddening. Although I did not know him well, given that I was a couple years older when we attended Sunset together and many of our interactions were fleeting, as I reflect on my knowledge of him tonight the word `ebullience´ comes to mind. It came unbeckoned, and I had to look it up - two definitions I found are especially fitting; someone who embodies a true zest for life and radiates an unmistakable joie de vivre, and...

I am so sorry my prayers are with you and your family..

Sam was truly part of our family. He will be missed dearly.

I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son. May his memories bring you comfort during this time and beyond.