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Roberta Samuels Obituary
Roberta "Bobbie" Samuels passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, February 7, 2021.
Born in Johnson City, N.Y. on February 12, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Martha Smith. A loving mother to seven sons, she was loved greatly by her family and friends. Prior to residing at Fairmont Crossing, Bobbie was active in the community and a long time member of Clifford Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Justin (Christine); sisters, Vivian and Renee; and infant brother, Thomas.
She is survived by her husband, Eric; sons, Joel, Joshua (Jennifer), Jonathan (April), Joseph, Jacob, and Jeriel (Brittney); grandchildren, Katlyn, Isabel, Ethan, Ezekiel, Luke, and Casey; brothers, Richard (Peggy) and Tim (Sandy); sister, Kathy (Ed); as well as many nieces and nephews.
The family will arrange a gathering at a later date.
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Jan Weed
February 14, 2021
My condolences to all the family. I have many fond memories of our friendship beginning during Bible college, and regret that we lost touch over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Claudia Duck Tucker
February 10, 2021
For the boys...I´m so sorry. She loved you passionately. There´s nothing like family and she believed in that. You are in my thoughts and prayers .
Darlene Rea
February 10, 2021
I am sorry for your loss prayers to you and your family
Deb Kersten
February 10, 2021
My deepest sympathies. Bobbie and I go back lots of years when raising our little ones together. She was the sweetest, most caring and loving lady to be found. Rest In Peace dear Bobbie. Love to all
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