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Charles Samaras Obituary
Dr. Charles D. Samaras, fondly known as Charlie, died unexpectedly on February 20, 2023.
Charlie graduated from The Governor's Academy and went on to receive his Bachelor's Degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. He received his D.M.D. from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1982, where he later served as a Director of Practice Management and Associate Clinical Professor from 1998-2007. Charlie established his own private practice in Lowell, MA where he treated patients for over 20 years.
Charlie also lectured across the globe educating dental professionals about advancements in dental technology and quality patient care. He loved engaging with his students that shared the same enthusiasm for dentistry. Charlie was also passionate about golfing, reading, swimming, and traveling.
Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Sam & Aphrodite Samaras. Charles is survived by his wife Karen, their two daughters Alexia & Leah, his three sisters Lynne Goumas, Carol Makrides, and Xanthe Pappas, and many nieces & nephews.
A celebration of his life will be held for all family and friends on Thursday, March 9 at 2 pm at Vesper Country Club.
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Ian Barwick
October 23, 2023
Karen - I was sad to hear of Charlie's passing recently. We always had a terrific relationship surrounding dentistry and were "on the same page" when we talked about practice management and the importance of patient relationships. I'll always remember the fun we had on our ski trips to Utah! Excellent dentist, wonderful personality: he'll certainly be missed.
Garret Falcone
August 27, 2023
So shocked to hear this!!
Just talked to him a few years ago...
We played football together at FDU..he was a great QB!
So sorry for your loss....
Christine McGuffog
April 12, 2023
Im shocked to see Charles has passed away. Met him on a cruise 5 years ago. Rest peacefully Charles.
Christos T
March 10, 2023
Dear Samaras Family,
So sorry to hear about unexpected passing of Charlie. My sincere condolences.
Christos T.
Rudy
March 7, 2023
At Peace now.
Liz & Roger Erickson
March 7, 2023
Condolences to Charlie's family, friends & colleagues. As one of his FL neighbors, we will miss seeing him taking his afternoon dip in the pool after a round of golf, talking about books, authors & discussing historical events. Godspeed Charlie.
Doug Johnston
March 6, 2023
My condolences to the family, Charlie was a great guy may god watch over him
Len Moher
March 6, 2023
A wonderful human being in every way. Gone way too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with Charlie and his entire family. God bless you all!
Ray Weiss
March 3, 2023
We were shocked and saddened by the far too early loss of our dear friend Charlie. As friends and classmates we shared so many good times and memories through the trials of Dental School and life thereafter. In memory of Charlie, we as a group came together to set up a fund through Tufts. Charlie was passionately and professionally involved with Digital Dentistry. Accordingly, we are having the donations dedicated to the purchase of one or more pieces of equipment for Tufts´ Digital Dentistry Lab, in Charlie´s name. There will also be a plaque by the side of the entrance of the Digital Dentistry Lab.- "In Memory of Dr. Charles D. Samaras (D-82), from his Classmates."
Charlie we love you and miss you.
Dave Frost, Chuck Darzenta, Al Patch, Mike Strassberg, Steve Demetriou, Greg Morando, Peter McAllister, Walter Stone, Pete Peterson, Paul Bocciarelli, Jeff Timm, Mark Bichajian, Steve Morse, Marie Walsh, Gerry Kinahan, Al Avtges, Clara Hyun, Joe Salusti, Rob Shpuntoff, Peter Toyias, Don Welsh, Lisa Emirzian, Vinny Mariano, and Ray Weiss.
Any classmates would like to be part of the Tufts' Memorial for Charlie, below is the link to make a pledge. Thank you.
https://go.tufts.edu/IMO_CharlesSamaras
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