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Sam David Salman
1950 - 2014
Sam David Salman
1950 - 2014
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BORN
1950
DIED
2014
Sam Salman Obituary
Sam Salman, age 63, passed away on April 30, 2014 at Emory Hospital after an aggressive battle with cancer. He will be remembered as a joyous person to whom no one was a stranger. He was affectionately known as “the man in black.” Sam was born on May 25, 1950 in Kirkuk, Iraq, to Daoud and Josephine Zora. He graduated with his civil engineering degree from the Baghdad University of Technology. He married Samar Askar of Baghdad, Iraq in July, 1976. They moved to the United States and started Hampstead Lighting together in 1986. They relocated to Atlanta, Georgia in 1991, and have been here since then. They have two married daughters and five grandchildren. Sam was very active in the Free Masons, Scottish Rite, and York Rite. He traveled often and loved a good bottle of wine. His favorite activities were those that involved his grandchildren. Sam was preceded in death by his mother, Josephine Pola. He is survived by his wife, Samar; daughters Tamara and Brian Grasso and Nour and Nick Kelly; his grandchildren Jackson, Emerson, Lila, Bennett and Maddox; father Daoud Zora; sisters Thana' Salman, Nida Salman and Taghreed Salman.
A visitation will be held on Friday, May 2nd from 7-9pm at H.M. Patterson Oglethorpe Hill, 4550 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30319. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, May 3rd at 10:30 am at All Saints Catholic Church, 2443 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody, Georgia. Burial to follow at Arlington Memorial Park, 201 Mount Vernon Hwy, Sandy Springs, Georgia. Memorial contributions may be made to Scottish Rite Foundation of Georgia, Inc. 1690 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30309.
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Anne Palmore
July 22, 2016
I just learned of Sam's death and would like to share this story:
In 2004 when my firm was doing the new interiors for the Goodman Theater VIP Lounge we found the perfect Chandelier and sconces for the project at Hampstead Lighting. I called and spoke with Sam and understanding my delima of deadlines vs shipment agreed (taking only my word) to ship the lighting before payment was sent. We sent the payment and got all of our lighting on time. Never before or since has anyone been so gracious to me. I will always remember his kindness and am truly sorry for your loss.
John English
May 13, 2014
I really enjoyed the brief time I knew Sam and was hoping to have more conversations with him. He always left me with food for though after speaking with Sam. Heartfelt condolences for the family and many friends of Sam. I know he will be missed.
Arfan Al Rawi
May 12, 2014
My deepest condolences for the loss of our dear friend , may his soul rest in peace .
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Adnan AlBaya
May 10, 2014
Dear Amo Dawood, Samar, Thanaa, Nedaa & Tagreed,
It is with deep regret and sadness to hear of the passing of one of our oldest family friends. Our parent's close friendship transpired to their children, leading me to get to know Salim during our teenage time. We eventually became friends and colleagues at the same university in Baghdad, where we used to meet from time to time to talk about life, our future, love, problems, etc. I still remember the day his dad bought him his first car, the Egyptian Fiat (Naser).
We both got married in the mid 70's, around the time we both left Iraq given the circumstances. As the years went by taking us into our respective destinies, staying in close contact became rather difficult -- something I now regret. Nonetheless, we always received his updates from his father, sisters, or some of my family members who kept in touch.
It was an incredibly joyous moment when we finally got together two years ago here in Abu Dhabi for a very pleasant lunch, as we reminisced over our shared memories in Iraq.
While Salim has very sadly passed away, I can only pray to God to rest his soul in peace. May he provide him with mercy and bring patience to his loved ones.
Adnan Al Baya & Family
May 8, 2014
Dear Nida,Tagrid,Samar and family, Our deepest condolences for the loss
Of your Beloved Brother May God rest his soul in Heaven.
Dicky and Vartkes Darzi
Manhal Allos
May 8, 2014
Dear Salman Family, Layla and I didn't know Salim very well but had the absolute pleasure of spending some quality time with him in Portugal a couple of years ago. He truly exemplified a larger-than-life, generous and sincere person. Smile glued permanently on his face. The good ones always go first.
Salim, RIP - Layla and Manhal
suzan albunnia
May 8, 2014
dearest family , my deepest condolences , for the loss of one of the most loved person in the family , it was very sad to hear the news but may his soul rest in peace , and god bless
suzi albunnia
Maysoon Hana
May 7, 2014
To my Cousins Thana, Neda & Tagrid & family - On behalf of my mother ( Warda Paula )-your aunt & all my brothers :Adel,Najib,Tahseen & Khalid-my sisters ;Suham,Basima,Almas& Linda We sent my deepest Condolences on your loss , we were shocked for this unexpected news .Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow .May God rest him in peace . Maysoon Elias Hana]
May 7, 2014
Dearest Amu Thanaa,Nida,Tagreed,Samar and Family my deepest condolences for the loss of dear Salim. My God rest his soul in Heaven. Love
Lina Hamandi
Lina
May 7, 2014
Dearest Amu Thanaa,Nida,Tagreed,Samar and Family my deepest condolences for the loss of dear Salim. My God rest his soul in Heaven. Love
Linai,Susu and Hamada laboudi
May 7, 2014
Dearest Amu,Nida,Taghreed,Thanna and family,
We are saddened to hear of the loss of your dear brother Salim.
Please accept our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy,
During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are always with you.
May his soul rest in peace. God bless you all.
Nadia,Ali, Yasmine,Jaffar,Hayder and Tamara Hamandi
May 6, 2014
Dear Nida,
We just heard about your great loss, please accept our deepest condolences for the passing away of your dear brother, we ask God almighty to grant him eternal peace and you and your family the fortification to overcome this great tragedy.
Najwa and Ayad Zebouni
Mazin Zebouni
May 6, 2014
Dear Nida and Freddie,
We know words aren't much comfort at a Time like this.. But we'd like you to know we share your grief and that me and Dina send you our heartfelt sympathy.. May he rest in peace.
Dina & Mazin Zebouni
Nabil Kamil
May 6, 2014
Dear Aunty Taghreed and family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Whilst we never had the pleasure of meeting Salim, we are sure his wonderful memories will always be remembered fondly and with lots of love.
May he rest in peace.
Love,
Nabil, Malak, Kadhim and Hayat
Kenny and Debbi Arnold
May 6, 2014
Dear Nida
We were so, so sorry to learn today from Freddie such terrible news.
You and your family are in our hearts and minds at this time of grief and sorrow.
Love
Debbi and Kenny Arnold
May 5, 2014
Dearest Nida, Taghreed & Family
Our deepest condolences on your loss. We fell short of words when we heard the terrible news. May God rest his soul in peace and grant you the patience to endure this tragic loss
He will be in our thoughts an prayers
Reem & Maram Zakko
Ban Nasser Abadi
May 5, 2014
Our Dearest Taghreed, Nidaa, Thana, Samar and family
We are very sorry about your great loss, Our hearts go out to you in your time of grief, may God give you strength to cope during these hard times. God bless his soul.
"The Remembrance of the good done those we have loved is the only consolation when we have lost them."
Ban and Nasser Abadi
Samar & Rakan Alkadhi
May 5, 2014
With deepest condolences and sympathy to you all during this difficult time - our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family.
With love, Samar & Rakan Alkadhi
Judith & Stewart Shrank
May 5, 2014
Dear Nida, It was with great sadness that we learnt from Freddie of the passing of your dear Brother. We are sure that having you there with him during his last days brought him great comfort. In time the good memories will prevail as the sadness and pain of his loss diminish. We extend our sincere condolences to you and your family. May he rest in peace. Fondest love. Judith & Stewart
Martha & John Jessop
May 5, 2014
Dearest Nida and to all your family, Please accept our condolences for the loss of your brother Salim. I know what it means to lose a sibling and the grief is awful. But keeping stories alive, memories, photos and using laughter to make sure everyone knows of his wonderful too short life, will help. Please know our hearts are with your hearts. Much love, Marth and JJ xx
Salam and Thikra Salman
May 5, 2014
Dear Taghrid and Nida, we are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences. Wishing you and the family strength during this difficult time.
May 5, 2014
Dear Taghrid, Nida , Thanaa, Samar and family.
our deepest sympathey for your loss. you are all in our prayers and thoughts.
May God rest his soul in peace.
Lulu & Zaid Abboudi
Rand Ajinah
May 5, 2014
Dear Tagreed and family,
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear brother. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time.
May he rest in peace.
With much love and sympathy
Rand and Yasser
May 4, 2014
Dear Samar and Family
We received with great shock the very sad news of the passing of my dear friend Salim. It is really a great loss for all of us of such a wonderful and friendly man who is loved and respected by everybody who knew him. I want to pass our deepest condolences to you and all family for this very sad and untimely end of such a good man and friend. I pray to God for his soul and may God give you all the necessary strength and patience in this difficult time.
Nahil & Diko Abachi (Toronto)
Amira, Issam Rassam & family.
May 4, 2014
Dear Daoud, Taghreed, Nida, Thanaa, Samar and family,
It is with great sadness that we heard of the passing of our beloved Salem. There are no words to describe the pain and sorrow that you are all feeling, but know that you are not alone. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and may his Soul rest eternally in peace. God Bless you all and keep you strong through this difficult time.
Shereen Ajinah
May 4, 2014
Dearest Taghreed & Nidaa ,
We were so saddened to hear your news, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family for the loss of your dear brother .??? ??? ? ??? ???? ?????? May his soul rest in peace and grant you all patience ...
Shereen & Hassen
Loubna Hadid
May 4, 2014
Dearest Tagreed & Family - our hearts truly ache for you at this saddest time. May Salim rest in God's eternal peace. At times like these, words can never ease the pain yet may those left behind find comfort in the beautiful memories shared together. God bless you and God bless his soul. Loubna & Walid Hadid
Shereen & Hassan Allawi
May 4, 2014
Dearest Tagreed & Nidaa,
We were so saddened to hear your news, our heartfelt condolences to you and your family for the loss of your dear brother. ??? ??? ???? ???? ?????? May his soul rest in peace and grant you all patience..
Mayassa Ajinah
May 4, 2014
Dear Taghreed and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear brother, May his soul rest in peace . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mayassa & Sarmad
Nagham & ahmed Faik
May 4, 2014
Dear Nida , Tagreed , thana, Samar and family, as you grieve know that we are remembering you and honouring the memory of Salem may he rest in peace.
Helen & Per Genberg
May 4, 2014
Dear Tagreed & family
We are sad to hear the loss of your beloved brother, May God give you strength to pass this hard time, our prayers are with you, May his soul rest in peace.
Helen & Per Genberg
Amal Al Waidh
May 4, 2014
Dear Nada & Tagreed
We are terribly sorry to hear about the passing of your brother.
May our condolences bring you consolation and peace during this painful time. Amal & Mazin Al Derzi
Amal Alwaidh
May 4, 2014
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your loved one rest in peace, Amal & Mazin Al Derzi
Juman Ajinah
May 4, 2014
Dear Taghreed , Nida , Thana and all the family.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss , please accept our deepest sympathy. May his soul rest in peace and may God give you all the strength to carry on .
Juman & Waleed
tina touqmatchi
May 4, 2014
Dear Nida , Tagreed and the rest of the family ,my deepest sympathy ,my prayers for you and his lovely wife Samer and his daughters ,God bless his soul .
Tina Touqmatchi
Shereen & Hassan Allawi
May 4, 2014
Dearest Tagreed and Nidaa', our deepest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your dear brother. ??? ????? ? ??? ???? ??????. May his soul rest in peace and his memory lives on..
Ghada & Walid El-Sayegh
May 4, 2014
Dear Nida'a and Tagreed, we are so sorry for the loss of your beloved brother Salim, our prayers and thoughts are with all Salman family. May his soul rest in peace, God bless you...
May 4, 2014
Dear Tagreed & Nidaa
I would like to say that I am so sorry for the loss of your dear brother. My deep sorrow and symoathy for his passing away. May he rest in eternal peace, Zina Rassam and family.
June Smith
May 3, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear about Sam's illness and passing. I know when I lost my dad I wanted the world to stop even if just for a moment because I couldn't imagine everything being normal. In time I adjusted to a new normal and wish the same for all of you. Memories live forever. Hold on to those while life continues to unfold. It looks like you have many little blessings to help you along the way. Much love always! June, Jeffrey, Rachel, Peyton, and Bailey Smith. Xoxo
Raed Hanna
May 3, 2014
Salim, you were a great brother-in-law to me, but first and foremost you were my friend. I enjoyed and will always remember our discussions, laughter and long phone calls talking about almost nothing. You gave me strength and encouragement during the time of Tagreed's illness. You were always there when needed in person especially during your visits to London to see your family, even if it was for a day or two.
I saw you in pain about a week before you passed away and I could feel the pain myself and would go to the next room and cry.
You were a true father, brother, husband, uncle and grandfather, but most of all you were my friend.
May God bless you and your family.
Saad& Hala Bunni
May 3, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your late brother Taghreed & Nidaa .
May his soul rest in peace .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
God bless you all .
Hala & Saad Bunni
Razook Audish
May 3, 2014
We are saddened for your loss please accept our deepest condolences
God bless you and your families and may he rest in peace
Brenda and Razook Audish
Razook Audish
May 3, 2014
We are saddened for your loss please accept our deepest condolences
God bless you and your families and may he rest in peace
Brenda and Razook Audish
Saad and Janan Habba
May 3, 2014
Sorry to hear of your loss. May his soul rest in peace and may God grand you strength and tranquility through these most difficult times
Mariam Hanna
May 3, 2014
Khalooloo, you were truely a remarkable uncle to me and I am so blessed you have had you in my life. The memories we have together will never be forgotten and knowing Heaven has a new angel and that you are watching over me is an honour.
I love you so much and always will. I pray for the whole family during this difficult time and hope God will give everyone strength to get through it. Heaven and God are blessed to have you.
Scott & Sharon Sowers
May 3, 2014
Our hearts go out to all of you. Sam was a wonderful man, great father and grandfather. He will be missed by all of us. What he was on earth he will be in heaven, an angel watching over us all. God bless.
May 3, 2014
DEARS ALL ,DAUOD SALMAN FAMILY, WE ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS,PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SYMPATHY ,MAY HE REST IN PEACE .
ANISA & HIDER
TOMA ROWEL
May 3, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our deepest sympathy.May he rest in peace.
Leith Shammas
May 3, 2014
Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved Brother
Salim.
You are in our thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow. We ask God,
to surround you with his love and peace, during this difficult time.
God bless you and your family.
Deepest sympathy.
Zina and Leith Shammas + Family.
Zina Anan Allos
May 3, 2014
To all the family, especially to Daoud, Nida, Taghreed and Thana,
Shocked to hear of your quick and painful loss. Our hearts and minds are with you at this sad hour. Our prayers soar to the sky asking Peace for Sam's Soul and solace for all those left behind.
Zina and Anan Allos
wasan nacy
May 2, 2014
We are so sad to see Salem leave so soon. Samar, our hearts and prayers are with you, and with Tamara and nour during this difficult time. May God give you peace and healing in your heart. We will miss your smile salem! With love, Basil, and Wasan
lim tjui
May 2, 2014
Sam was one of my favorite people in the world. I owe a lot to him, and his generosity. I will miss him very much.
Lim.( Lim's hair Shop )
Yasmin & Nabil Al Tawil
May 2, 2014
With deep sorrow, we came to learn about the passing away of Sam, a close friend and colleague. His departure must have dealt a big blow to his immediate family and close friends and they are many. His enthusiasm, sincerity and loving smile will always be remembered. Our thoughts are with His wife & life long companion Samar, his daughters, Father Daoud and his sisters, who were all like family to us. May the Lord rest his soul in peace and grant his family the strength to accept the will of God.
Nabil Basmachi
May 2, 2014
Our deepest condolences for your loss. May he rest in peace.
May 2, 2014
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept our deepest sympathy.May he rest in peace.
Dina, Ayad & Family
Yousif Hanna
May 2, 2014
Khalooloo I always saw myself living a life with you by my side, but now I will have the honour of living that same life with you watching over me. I will forever cherish the priceless time we spent together in this world and now I ask that you guide me from the next. You were that one in a billion khalooloo, and as much as it hurts, I will love and remember you forever.
I just pray that Auntie Soosoo, Tamara, Nour, the boys and the girls are all alright. God has gained a truly remarkable angel.
Pamela Green
May 2, 2014
Tamara, Nour and Samar, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your father/husband was a fine man and I know he loved you all more than life itself. Sending love and prayers your way. Pamela Burch Whitehead Green
Kyle, Carissa, Kaden & Cohen Murray
May 2, 2014
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all...
wonderful moments
Nadine Nacy
May 2, 2014
So many of us have to thank Sam for lifelong friendships, wonderful moments, and great memories. He was a good friend and a great inspiration. He is always going to be missed and thought of so often. RIP Sam
Nadine & Fred Nacy
Julie DuVall Hiland
May 2, 2014
Lifting your family up in my prayers.
Katy Pate
May 2, 2014
Tamara and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I looked through all of the pictures and your dad was obviously a wonderful man who loved his family very much. You will remain in my prayers. Sending love.
Moonem Obayda
May 2, 2014
We are saddened by the demise of Salim. We pray may God rest his soul in peace and give strength to all his family during this difficult time.
Ban and Moonem Obayda & Family
Deanna Bowden
May 2, 2014
So sorry about this incredible loss. Thinking of your entire family as you navigate the coming days, weeks, and years.
The Bowden Family (Deanna, Scott, Katie, and Amber)
Kristen Marques
May 2, 2014
Tamara, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your father sounded like a wonderful man. Keeping you and your family in my prayers, and sending lots of hugs your way.
Emily Gibb
May 2, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Salman family.
May 2, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to your girls - Tamara and Nour,their husbands - Brian and Nick and children. Best, Terry Schmidt-Sides
Deena Gubran
May 2, 2014
Too Soon did you decide to leave us.... Our fond memories of you will be cherished forever in our hearts, minds and daily lives... Deena & Gubran
Luay Toma
May 2, 2014
Dear Samar, Amou, Tamara, Nour, Thanaa, Nidaa, Taghreed, their families
Our hearts are with you.
We are saddened to hear of the loss of dear Salim. Please accept out sincere condolences and deepest sympathy, may God give you strength at this time of grief.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but love given by Salim who is no more leaves a memory no one can steal.
God bless you all
Marina & Luay Toma
Charles and Sawsan Naamo
May 2, 2014
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your dear brother, my God rest his soul and give you and to his family the strength to accept this targedy
May 2, 2014
Our deepest condolences to all the family, may he rest in peace, and may his family and friends find strength in dealing with the loss. Love, Joanne and Ali Khan
Rita Mardini
May 2, 2014
You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Allah yirhamak Salim.
May 2, 2014
DEAR SAMAR AND FAMILY, OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS! MAY THE GOOD MEMORIES HELP YOU TO SURMOUNT THIS DIFFICULT TIMES ! SALEM,YOU WERE A GREAT FRIEND AND OUR FAMILIES HAD WONDERFUL TIMES TOGETHER! MAY GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE! OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU! DIANA, CHRISTIAN AND CHILDREN
Afaf Joaneh
May 2, 2014
My deepest condolences Samar, Tamara, Noor, Nida, Thanaa , Taghreed and Ammou.
Though we are seperated by miles , please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers on this sad occassion. I'm sure you will miss him, as will all who knew him. May he rest in peace , and may you have the comfort that he is now in a much better place.
Afaf & Guglielmo ( Dubai)
May 2, 2014
SAM YOU WERE TO ME MORE THAN A FRIEND AND A BROTHER . I WILL MISS YOUR GREAT PERSONALITY .MY SINCERE CONDOLANCES TO SAMAR AND THE WHOLE FAMILY.TAREF AND FAMILY
Maher Abdeljawad
May 1, 2014
May God bless your soul and May you rest in peace Sam!
Freddie Oufi
May 1, 2014
Sam, my dear brother and brother in law, we will both remember you as your happy self. Time will heal the pain of losing you but our love for you shall be for always.
Nida and Freddie
May 1, 2014
So sorry for your loss may his soul rest in peace, and may the Lord comfort you.
love Saieb & Maysoon Haddad
susan dakak
May 1, 2014
Bye Salim, We love you and miss you. The Dakaks
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