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Samantha Rotman Obituary

ROTMAN, Samantha Rose "Sammy", age 9 years, of Bow, NH on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 after a 2 year battle with osteosarcoma. Sammy was a 4th grade student at Bow Elementary School, Bow, NH and loved to dance, sing, travel and stay in hotels. She was the cherished and beloved daughter of David & Shari (Libenson) Rotman. Loving sister of Rebecca "Becca" Rotman. Cherished granddaughter of Michael & Lois Libenson of Bow, NH and Sun City Center, FL and Charles Rotman of Wellesley and the late Iris Rotman. Adored niece of Laurie & Brian Yablon of Portland, OR, Jonathan Rotman of Fair Haven, NJ and Meridith Parks Lehman of Rumson, NJ. Dear cousin of Ben, Jon & Will Yablon and Grace & Ian Rotman. A celebration of Sammy's life will take place at the Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 S. Main St., Concord, NH on Sunday, September 28 at 2:00pm. Remembrances may be made to CureSearch National Childhood Cancer Foundation Development Office, P.O. Box 30375, Bethesda, MD 20824-9906, www.curesearch.org. Sammy faced her illness with grace, determination and courage. Levine Chapels, Brookline 617-277-8300

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 20, 2008.

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Cousins Phyllis, Hugh, Lindsay Daniel & Bernice Speen /Reilly

October 7, 2008

Shari, David & Becca,

The family is truly sorry to hear of your loss. We know only too well the feeling in losing a sibling and child. We're sorry that we weren't aware of your daughter's illness and passing till now.As family we would have loved to be there to support you. We are here now. Our hugs and kisses are being emailed to you! Please pass them along to Dad aka Charles Professor, Cousin, and Camp Director.

Our sincere wishes of love and hugs.

Pat Luoma

September 22, 2008

I was heartbroken to hear the news, and am deeply sorry. Visions of Sammy and Becca collecting paper clips and making copies of their hands, faces and feet so they could leave their "footprints" around the office,,, and the puppies and bunnies and all sorts of animals they would bring- are what come to my mind. Although I didn't get to know Sammy very well, I will cherish those memories. I knew she was going places, just sad that she has gone so far. Hold her love dear and hold onto each other. I'll be there......if you need!

Katey Hach

September 22, 2008

Oh my Rotmans. I am so sorry for your loss.

Janet Labbe

September 22, 2008

I simply do not know what to say. My daughter is also 9. There is no way I could have the strength your family has had. My daughter has met Sammy several times in her dance class this year. There are just NO words that can comfort you right now, because I know none would for me. As I am sure you have been told many times already, Sammy made a difference in this world and has touched many souls. We are unable to be present at her Life Celebration on Sunday as we had previous plans to see Legally Blonde the musical but the girls have made angel pins and are bringing a picture of Sammy with them to the show so she can be there with them and they are dedicating this trip to her. I am sure we will feel her presence there as you will at her life Celebration.
I know I could not have been as strong as you all have been, but I do know she does live on through you.
The Labbe Family

Ruth Baer

September 21, 2008

My cousin told me today about your loss. Her granddaughter went to camp with your Samantha. The reason she told me was that two years ago on September 14th my sixteen month old granddaughter, Samantha Rose died very suddenly from an unexplained virus. It was so coincidentlal that they shared the same name.
I was devastated beyond words when this happened, so to help me in my grieving process I wrote a children's book about her called Samantha Rose. You can see it on the Amazon site.
Her name is beautiful. My deepest sympathies, I have been there, I still am, and please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Losing a child or grandchild is beyond anyone's comprehension. As I go through my Samantha's yahrzeit this week, I hold onto all my cherished memories.

Samantha Rotman...courage personified

September 21, 2008

Bobbi Starr

September 21, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Maureen simpson

September 20, 2008

I know what you are going through even though I dont even know you....Your angel is now with my angel in heaven....and your heart will always have a piece missing....

September 20, 2008

The Angel In SAMMY will now be true - She will forever want you all to carry on her Memories - I am sure there are Many...

Sammy- when your family is feeling down open your Angel Wings and Shower them with RAYS OF SUNSHINE to Warm Their Hearts - for they will now know you are with them no matter where they are.

I am sorry for your loss.

A Son Who Is An ANGEL

Cynthia (Gardiner) Jokinen

September 20, 2008

I have a terminally ill daughter WHO IS 31. I ALSO HAVE TWO SONS. MY heartT aches for all of you .I AM VERY PROUD OF SAMANTHA FOR BEING SO brave throughout out her illness. My heartfelt sympathy to the whole family,classmates, friends and teachers on the loss of Samantha.Cindy J

ashley buckus

September 20, 2008

Sammy was such an amazing, vibrant, and courageous little girl. I had the pleasure of doing her makeup several times while I worked at the Clinique Counter. She always new exactly what "look" she wanted, and she had no problem telling me :) I loved sitting her and her mother and big sister down in the chair and making her look like even more of a little diva! I'm sure her favorite part was all the little goodies she got to take home and play with. She always had such a positive attitude, even through the worst times and she constantly kept me laughing. Sammy obviously had quite the fan base, and I know that she will be missed by many! I'm sure she is up in heaven sprinkling glitter all over everything! Thanks for making so many people smile.

September 20, 2008

Although I do not know you I also have a child and cannot imagine what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and Samantha is now at peace what a brave little girl.

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