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for Samuel Montgomery
Janis Stahlhut
September 14, 2025
I think of Sam often. A beautiful child who left us too early. I think of his ready smile and the twinkle in his eye.
Janis Stahlhut
September 14, 2019
As time passes, there are so many things that still remind me of Sam. His smile, his lust for live, his creative spirit and deep caring for others. Not a Sunday, or a Christmas Eve goes by without him bringing a smile to my face as I remember his antics in Religious Education, his roles in our Sunday intergenerational services, his honesty, and lighting our candelabras on Christmas Eve. Forever young. We miss you dear Sam and know you are always with us. To Sam's family - for all you have endured, I hope you can find comfort and peace knowing that we still remember your beautiful boy. Knowing that Sam is always here with us, shining his bright light in our hearts.
Cynthia Neschis
January 19, 2011
Dear Montgomery family,
I am so upset to hear about Sam's untimely passing. I was so shocked and saddened by the news - I remember meeting him and being so impressed with his wonderful personality - even at his young age. Please know that my deepest sympathies are with you and your family.
claudia oliva
January 17, 2011
Dear Diane and Claude,
I just read about Sam, there are no words to express my pain and sadness. I met Sam, a few years ago, he used to wait for you Diane, to go home after class... He was a beautiful kid, always smiling and extremely smart. My condonlences to you and your family, you always in my heart.
Claudia Oliva
Eleanor Christensen
October 18, 2010
Dear Diane, Claude, and Nick,
I am so very sad to learn about Sam. I really enjoyed having him in my ninth grade English class and remember his wonderful smile and excitement about cooking. I am glad to learn that he went on to the Culinary Institute and could follow his passion.
I was away in September so did not learn of your loss until now.
My love and sympathy to you all,
Eleanor Christensen
Jim Smyton
September 30, 2010
Diane and Claude,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. What follows is what was given to me upon the recent death of one of my family members.
Jim Smyton
Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
I am I, and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other, that we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way you always used to.
Put no difference into your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smaile, think of me.
Pray for me.
Let my name be the household name it always was.
Let it be spoken without the shadow of a ghost in it.
Life means all that it ever meant.
It is (just) the same as it ever was.
What is death but a negligible accident.
Why should I be out of your mind because I am out of your sight.
All is well, nothing is lost.
(In) one brief moment and all will be as it was before.
September 29, 2010
Claude and Diane,
We just heard of Sam's passing... Sending hugs across the stonewall to you both. Please let us know how we can help out... Anything you need, we're here.
Tama & Jason Ordway
Betty Matthews
September 29, 2010
Dear Montgomery family, The Matthews family hearts go out to your family. May the ever loving arms of God cradle you in his arms. We remember Sam from Toquam to King. Marvin,Betty,& Courtney
September 28, 2010
Dear Claude and Diane- I just heard of Sam's passing ..... My thoughts and prays are with you. Gerry Baruno
Chris Harris
September 25, 2010
Dear Diane & Claude - We just learned of Sam's death and are so sad and upset... Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Kate Adamson & David Kraemer
September 24, 2010
We were shocked and greatly saddend to learn of Sam's death when we talked to Paul today. Please know that we are thinking of you, and of Sam.
Donna & Tom Bruno
September 23, 2010
Dianne, Claude & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Nancy Wert
September 22, 2010
Dear Claude and family
As an agent for Re/Max Realty Centre we heard about your loss and I would like to send my sympathies to all. Please tell Kari that we miss her and hope you can somehow get through this period with faith and love of all family, friends who wish you strength during this time of sorrow.
Gerard Wilcher
September 22, 2010
"Dear Claude and Diane, I would like to express our deepest sympathies. If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate in contacting us." Gerard and Ayanna Wilcher
David Grant
September 22, 2010
Dear Claude and family
Mere words cannot convey the sadness felt but please try and take some solace from your faith and from knowing that your friends and colleagues at Salans in London are thinking of you and will always be there for you.
Dee Schneider
September 21, 2010
Dear Dianne, Claude, Doug and Nick:
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Sam. Words and feelings cannot express what you are feeling and what can help comfort you. Hopefully thinking of the happy times can bring some smiles to your face. I reflect back and remember the times Sam played or baby sat the boys. Some of the silly moments I picture, which I have on video, is Sam dancing on top of the waterfall. Having lived next to your family for ten years Sam was a role model for the boys. Though we moved to a different state, we have fond memories of your family. We will never forget the wonderful memories we shared with Sam.
Love,
Dee, Warren, Josh, Jacob and Joey
Carole Neville
September 21, 2010
Dear Claude,Diane, Douglas and Nick: I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I will always remember Sam as beautiful little boy.
September 21, 2010
Dear Diane and Claude,
We just learned of the tragic loss of your beloved son Sam. Having a son and daughter of roughly comparable age, we understand the strong bond that exists between you and your child and the depth of your loss. Please accept our sincere sympathy and keep the faith.
Sincerely,
Mike and Yalta Reed
Philadelphia
Aurea Gomez
September 21, 2010
I just met Sam at Le Pain Quotidien in Greenwich, and he struck me as a great, young man. My condolences to his family and close friends. He was taken too soon...he will be missed.
September 21, 2010
Dear Diane and Claude,
We are so sad to hear of Sam's untimely demise. We send you our heart felt sympathy and prayers. We will never forget the time that he and James built the hover craft in the garage.
Jonathan, Liz, James and Christina Blum
Rama Kumanduri, Cristina Romero
September 21, 2010
Dear Diane and Claude,
We will always remember Sam as a sunny young man. Our deepest condolences to you.
Kimber Watson
September 21, 2010
Claude, Diane, Douglas, & Nick ~ I only knew of Sam through my sister, Kari. She spoke often, fondly and lovingly, of Sam. My heart breaks for your family, as he was taken far too soon from this earth. Please find faith enough to know that he will always be with you and watch over you in spirit! That will always be alive in every one of you. ~ Kimber Lee Watson
Ebony Wiles
September 21, 2010
Sam I love you. And you was a great influence on my life always smiling, and full of joy and life.
September 21, 2010
A Great Person inside and out.... He will be missed greatly.
September 20, 2010
Dear Diane and Claude,
Receiving the tragic news of Sam's passing was a numbing shock to all the Supples. I recalled my chat with Sam when he was collecting tickets at US King play. He was so happy about his culinary school experiences and so looking forward to working with French pastry. His short life will be cherish and remembered by many. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Deanna and Dave Supple
September 20, 2010
Diane, Claude, Doug and Nick-Our love and thoughts are with you as we remember special times our family shared with Sam.
Swindels
Kelsey, Courtney & Caitlin Malloy
September 20, 2010
Dear Diane, Claude & Family,
It is with the greatest sadness that we are a writing to you about Sam.We are so sorry for your loss...
He was a very special part of our lives & will be deeply missed. Truly a wonderful, energetic, fabulous, positive, happy, talented, fun,and kind young man. And a devoted & close friend to Caitlin & Bobby. It was a pleasure and honor to have known him in this life. He will be missed, but in our hearts forever..
Maureen Ferrara Higle
September 20, 2010
Dear Diane and Claude, I will remember Sam's cheerful demeanor as he was growing up. I send deep and heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
September 20, 2010
Someone so special...
...can never be forgotten.
Family Muttukumaru
September 20, 2010
Dear Montgomery family,
Our deepest sympathy are with you at this time.
From the Muttukumaru family
Ria sends her love and best wishes to the family.
Dawn Bria
September 20, 2010
Words can not express our deepest saddness for everyone that new Sam. He was truly a blessing to know, a wonderful and caring person. Everyone makes an imprint in ones lives, he definately did in ours. Sam, you will be missed dearly, be at peace always. Dominick and Dawn Bria
Janis Stahlhut
September 20, 2010
Dearest Sam,
I will miss your bright smile and quick intellect. You did grow to be tall and strong, just as you always dreamed. You will always hold a special place in my heart and I will think of you often, especially at Christmas Eve services. May you rest in peace my darling friend.
With so much love and adoration,
Dearest Diane, Claude, Nick & Hillary, Douglas and family,
I cannot express the sadness in my heart; and how I long to reach out to you in this tragic time; to hear Sam's laughter just one more time. You are in my thoughts and prayers; surrounded by love from all who knew your beautiful son and think so much of your family.
My deepest sympathy to you,
Janis
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