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Samantha Wissinger Obituary
Samantha "Sammy" Louisa Collings Wissinger, 29, of Sandusky passed away on April 24, 2020 at Beaumont Hospital Troy. Samantha battled breast cancer and Stage 4 terminal leptomeningeal disease for the past three years and succumbed to the COVID-19 virus.
She was born in Fort Lewis, Washington on June 16, 1990 to her parents, Larry and Pamela (Shepherd) Collings. Samantha graduated from Sandusky High School in 2008, and then attended Central Michigan University where she earned a Bachelor's degree of Science in 2012. While waiting to be accepted into the accelerated nursing program at Oakland University, she trained to be a CNA and she worked at Autumnwood of Deckerville, Michigan. Samantha attended and graduated from Oakland University in 2015 with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. She started her registered nurse career at Beaumont Hospital Troy on Floor 4 West and later Floor 2 East.
Samantha married the love of her life, Markus Wissinger on June 17, 2019 at Cheekwood Estates in Nashville, Tennessee.
She had the most beautiful smile and she would light up a room with her positive energy. Samantha was kind, loving, and had the purest soul. She loved to draw, do crafts, and tubing on her annual camping trip. Samantha was a foster mom for the Humane Society and fostered many kittens. She made the best pancakes because they had the special ingredient – her love. Samantha was loved and will be missed by many.
Sammy is survived by her husband Markus Wissinger of Sandusky; her parents Larry and Pam Collings of Snover; her best-friend who was like a sister to her, Samantha Baughman of Peck; her grandparents John and Ann Shepherd of Harbor Beach and Roy and Sharon Collings of Bad Axe; her aunts Renee (Alan) Gray of Bad Axe and Connie (Mike) Guigar of Owendale; her uncles Roy (Sheryl) Collings of Las Vegas, Robert (Sally) Collings of Lowell, Wisc., (God Parents) Michael (Jodi) Shepherd of Cedar Hill, Tenn., Chris (Lisa) Shepherd of Harbor Beach, Jason (Laura) Shepherd of Bad Axe and Jonny Shepherd of Sanford; along with tons of cousins and a future niece. She is also survived by her in-laws Markus Wissinger Sr. of Harrison Township, Martha (Brian) Williams of Marine City, Thomas (Danielle) Perhogan of Algonac, and Heather Rose Lipa of Moorseville, N.C.; her family at Beaumont Hospital in Troy, floors 4 West and 2 East. Her fur babies Luna, Lokie and Doodle Bug will also miss her greatly.
Due to the Coronavirus, a private service will take place. Burial will follow at Verona Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be offered to the donor's choice of charity.
Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Samantha Wissinger
Jamie Hinske
April 21, 2025
This popped up in my email since I had written previously on here. When I lost my fiance too soon, I loved hearing stories about him that I didn’t know. I’m sure I’ve shared the funny and entertaining one where many of us from the hospital met up at Sam’s for a party she she cleaned up the spilt vodka with bread slices haha. But Sam meant a lot to me when we moved 4 West to 4 North and I felt a bit like an outsider still for some reason as my shyness can get the best of me. She asked me for my Facebook and started interacting with me and inviting me out. She gave me hugely helpful advice about what I could do with my Human Biology degree instead of being a doctor as originally intended. I think of her often as just a kind soul who looked out for others no matter who they were. It’s almost like she could see I felt left out and went out of her way to include me and help give me a friend group. She was selfless, sweet, hilarious, kind, beautiful inside and out, and compassionate. She’s still very missed ❤ my heart goes out to her family and husband.
Anne Lamendola Lamendola
August 30, 2020
Since your beautiful bride and daughter's Memoriam was featured on the PBS NewsHour in June I have not been able to stop thinking of Samantha and her touching life story, her legacy. A truly amazing and lovely soul. Please know that even though I did not know Samantha she has made an impact on others. A true inspiration!
Mary Jo (Wilson) Krauth
May 7, 2020
I had Samantha in kindergarten and enjoyed her little antics. She was a sweet child. A few years ago I ran into her and learned of her battles with cancer, going to college to get her degree while working and undergoing chemo. What determination and stamina! May your fond memories of her comfort you at this time. My deepest sympathy.
Roger & Betty Brown
April 30, 2020
Our deepest sympathy for Sammy. We (Roger and Betty Brown) fully enjoyed Sammy as we substituted at Sandusky and saw her as a very enthusiastic student ant loved art
Irina Morgan
April 29, 2020
I have worked with Sam on 4W. She was a compassionate nurse and a great co-worker with a positive outlook even at the most difficult situations. She was cheerful and real, with a sincere laugh! You will be missed, Sam! My deepest condolences to the family
Lisa Tope-Claspell
April 29, 2020
Sam was always so cheerful and so positive every time I saw her. She will be missed. I worked with her on 4 West. My condolences to her family and friends.
Ali Hill
April 28, 2020
What I know about Samantha is only what Markus and his Mom and sisters have told me. Markus is my grandson and when I first heard they were getting married I worried that they were rushing into it given the time they knew each other and Sam's medical problems. I was unable to attend their wedding in Nashville as I was unable to travel due to a medical condition of my own but when I saw the photos there was no mistaking the love between them. Sam completed Markus, I never saw the pure love and happiness between two people like they had. My granddaughters Danielle and Heather adored her, as did Markus' mother Martha, and I was so looking forward to meeting her this summer. It is obvious that she touched everyone who came into her circle and I can't imagine how much she is going to be missed. My heart breaks for all of you who knew and loved Sam, for my grandson and for her parents who have lost their only child. Sam has left an awful lot of wonderful memories for you all to cherish, and given her nature, I am sure she will watch over each and everyone of you that were blessed to have known her. Rest peacefully Samantha.
Jamie Hinske
April 27, 2020
I had the privilege and honor of working with Sam and calling myself her friend. She was inspiring and wonderful. My heart goes out to her husband, family, and close friends. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Kristie Hopkin
April 27, 2020
I worked with her mom at Kmart when Sammy was little. Her mom would sometimes bring her to work and wheel her around the store as she worked.
I didnt know her well but she always had a smile on her face.
Prayers and hugs to the family.
Terri Kirk
April 26, 2020
Sam you will be greatly missed.
You truly were an angel here on earth. I always admired your inner strength and ability to see the positive side of things.
You had the best energy, smile and It was a honor to know you.
You really were an amazing person and had a way with people. As a Nurse your patients always loved you and it was clear that you loved helping others.
I am going to miss your laugh and singing the most.
God Bless you Sam
To know you was a true blessing.
Sending prayers to Markus and your family during such a difficult time.
Terri Kirk
Kristi Niemiec
April 26, 2020
May God bless you with strength & peace in this time of sorrow...My heart goes out to you with my deepest condolences.❤
Alexander Davis
April 26, 2020
I am going to miss you Sam. And for Pam, Larry, and Markus, I am sorry to. My love for Sam is my love for you and your family.
Lauren Neumeyer
April 26, 2020
I had the pleasure of working with Sam on 4 west. One fun memory I have of Sam- she was staying in the hospital and admitted on another floor. She had left our unit about a year prior so we had a lot of new staff at the time. Sam walked into the (locked) break room in the middle of the night wearing a hospital gown saying Im lost! The staff that didnt know Sam had no idea what to do, while everyone who knew her was cracking up!!! Sam had such a fun carefree spirit! I pray for everyone whose lives have been affected by Sam, she will be greatly missed!
Marlene Meinhard
April 26, 2020
Sam, you are truly gonna be the Brightest Star in Heaven, seen in the night sky. I feel so blessed to be in your life, even for a short time. You were a very important part of our family, and especially James. We just loved you so much and knew the sacrifices you made in your life to follow your dream, helping others.
God must have needed you more in Heaven. You gave so selflessly to others. I pray for your Husband and Parents, all of your family and friend. Thankyou for being on the front lines too. Love you Beautiful lady. Marlene Meinhard
Courtney Bracken
April 26, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Sandra Marrin
April 26, 2020
I had the privilege of working with Sam and her smile was contagious. I remember how excited she was about getting married and starting her life with Markus. She will be missed dearly by her Beaumont Family
Lori Schadewald
April 26, 2020
I worked with Sam on 2E MOU (I moved to MS last July to work at the VA in Biloxi, MS). I remember her first day it was very rough because She was too sweet. It was always a pleasure working with Sam and luckily I got to because we were on the same weekends. Sam always had a smile and was ALWAYS upbeat. I loved that about her. We loved talking about motorcycles and how her dad was going to get her one. It was my great pleasure having met and worked with Sam. Rest In Peace my friend.
Cynthia Morningstar
April 26, 2020
So sorry to hear this. Samantha came in to the library often when she was younger and I remember her as a very sweet person.
Cindy Ruth
April 26, 2020
So very sorry for your loss!
Martha Williams
April 26, 2020
I knew the moment I met Sammy she was sent to us from God. Her and Markus were soulmates. Every time I was around her she was loving, kind and so tender with him. She had a glow about her that lit the room. She was a genuine and loving soul who made me feel so blessed to have known her. She was truly an angel on earth and I loved her for that. I'm deeply sorry for your loss sending my heartfelt condolences. I am praying you can find peace during this terribly difficult time.
Robert & Corinne Abraham
April 26, 2020
Our condolences to the family of Samantha. May everyone feel the loving arms of Jesus enfold them through the actions and words of others.
Paul & Crystal Arnott
April 26, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Charlene Meyer
April 26, 2020
Remember the great time in Caseville,riding bikes all over town.I remember so much the great laugh that you had,for sure a time I have thought of often.
Chuck Abbott
April 26, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Megan Richardson (Donley)
April 26, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will miss all the times we shared.
Sheila Wolschleger
April 26, 2020
I never got to know Sam; that is my loss. I graduated from High School with Pam, I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds like she was a beautiful light and they seem to go out all too soon. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. She is safe in the arms of Jesus. May your memories bring you comfort. Sheila
(Badgley) Wolschleger
Ashley Mazure
April 26, 2020
I love you all so very much. Samantha was so much more than a cousin. Im grateful for being able to spend so much time with her. It didnt matter how long it had been since we saw each other we would pick up where we left off. Just talking for hours. Ill forever miss her.
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