Samantha Irene Heesch

My heart is broken for the family of Samantha may her memory be a blessing for all.

Sam was my freshman year Roomate at Indiana University. The minute we met, we instantly clicked. She was kind, bright, and lit up every room she walked into. She immediately made college feel like home from the moment I stepped into our little dorm room in foster-harper. I will never forget sitting on her bed, crying about the sororities we got into while shoving Oreos down our throats - mascara running down our face and belly laughing through the tears. (we ended up both loving where we ended up, but had to be dramatic of course). We had such a special bond, and stayed super close throughout the remainder of my 4 years and beyond- she was more like family to me. No matter how much time passed without us seeing each other, every time we did it felt like home- just as it did in that tiny dorm room the day I met her. I will miss Sam dearly, and think about her every single day. Sam had such a passion for helping others, and was always so authentic and vulnerable- which always inspired me. Sam made the world a better place, and in her honor I will continue to advocate for mental health as she would, and be extra kind to everyone I meet. Sam will forever live within me- sending all of my love to her wonderful family.

Samantha was my Mason Frank recruiter in 2022. I instantly liked her; She was kind, supportative and professional. I recall talking about my daughter with her (who is around the same age and went to school in Boston). I was just going to send her an email to say hi when I thought I'd better check if she's still @Mason. So I checked her Linkedin and then more search led me to the stunning obituary on the web. A person with so much going for her like Sam dying so young is unfathomable to me, honestly. I grieve with the family.

I went to elementary school with Samantha. In 5th or 6th grade, I had a birthday party with the whole grade. Even though I think we said not to bring presents, she gave me a big frog plushie anyway, remembering that frogs were my favorite animal. We weren't particularly close friends, though always friendly to each other, and I was NOT one of the "cool" girls, so I was touched by her kindness at giving me a gift personal to me. I still have that frog to this day. I remember her as always smiling, energetic, and kind. My heart goes out to her family.

My best friend, my biggest supporter and cheerleader, my Sammy Not a moment goes by without thinking of you and missing you. You changed my life in so many ways: showed me what a true friendship looked like, taught me how to feel comfortable in my own skin, how to be confident, how to stand up for yourself & mostly how to care for others. During my hardest two years, Sam picked me up and always checked in on me. She cooked me many dinners when I was sad - that will stay with me forever. I love you forever angel. I´ll get busy living for you

Sam and I met at CEDC while working the 3p-11p shift... we bonded over Indiana University (my dad went there so, despite staying in New England my whole life, I´m an IU gal through and through!) and had an instant friendship. I drover her home often at the start of the pandemic and we chatted about so many meaningful (and some "meaningless") things! Hearing about her passing breaks my heart. She really truly lit up every room she entered! Sending endless love to her family - particularly her parents and sister, who she spoke of so highly and so often throughout our friendship!

We are hugely saddened to hear about Sam. Our thoughts are very much with you all at this time. With love and best wishes.
All of us at Frank Recruitment Group

When she went to Portugal with me.

No parent should ever lose a child. No amount of words can take the hurt away. She was extremely bright and curious about everything in life. When I lived in RI she wanted to know everything about the mansions. Later, when I moved to Florida, she came visit her grandma Bubbie and me. We spent time in the kitchen, baking bagels, blueberry muffins etc. She wanted to learn everything, history, about Europe and WWII, she also wanted to learn knitting, not something every 20 year old is interested in. Samantha loved reading and recommended many books and movies to me. I will miss her dearly. Samantha was one of a kind.