Name: Celebration of Life for Samantha "Luna" Wakefield
Start: 2019-07-21T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-07-21T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Woman's Club of Albany

Wakefield, Samantha "Luna" ALBANY Samantha "Luna" Wakefield died peacefully on July 9, 2019, in Albany, at the age of 32 after a long battle with cancer. Samantha is survived by her mother Olivia; father Craig; and brother Daniel, all of Albany, as well as a wide extended family and friends living throughout the country and beyond. Samantha was born on October 2, 1986, and graduated from the University of Albany in 2008 with a bachelor's degree in biology. She later graduated from Russell Sage College with a master's degree in biology in 2010. She would subsequently work for the New York State Government at the Department of Labor and was currently employed by Empire State Development. Samantha was known for her love of dogs, theater, opera, and Asian culture, and for being a kind and loving person to those around her. Though she was ill with cancer during the last five years of her life, she lived her life fully while continuously fighting her illness. Samantha was a force to be reckoned with all the while maintaining a sense of dignity and compassion for others. She will be deeply missed by all of those who knew her. A celebration of her life is scheduled for 1 - 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 21, at the Woman's Club of Albany, 725 Madison Ave., Albany. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause, at https://hudsonvalleypawsforacause.org/ would be gratefully appreciated.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jul. 14 to Jul. 15, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Samantha Wakefield

13 Entries

Abbe Levine

July 24, 2019

Olivia, I just heard about Samantha. I am so very sorry for your loss. There are no words She was a truly lovely young woman. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Again, I'm so, so sorry.

Linda Ruff

July 23, 2019

I remember Sam from years ago when I worked at the New Scotland Library. No surprise that Samantha grew up to be an exceptional woman. A very sad loss, and much too soon. My condolences, Olivia, to you and your family.

MeMe Zin

July 22, 2019

May God rest you in peace, Sam! I'll be missing your smile @office!

Carlo and Linda CARLINO

July 21, 2019

Olivia and family, please accept our condolences on Sam's passing. Sam was a wonderful person and we always enjoyed her cheerful presence when we would meet. Our thoughts and prayers to your family.

Jaime & Bonita Pikor

July 16, 2019

Olivia & family, we are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

July 15, 2019

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

July 15, 2019

Dear Cousin Olivia: I am deeply sorry for your loss. Although I won't be able to attend the service, my thoughts and prayers will always be with you and Danny. As I told you, you are loved by many. Always remember that above all God loves you and will carry you through. Have hope in the thought that now you have a very special angel watching over you in heaven. God Bless, Your cousin, Nilsa

July 15, 2019

Craig and Olivia: So sorry for your loss. We would come to wake but will be necessarily out of town that day. Sincere good wishes, Bob and Kathy Crowder

Randal Coburn

July 15, 2019

To Samantha's family,

My deepest condolences for the loss of Samantha. I knew her mostly as an employee and colleague but could clearly see from our all to brief time together that she was a gentle and kind soul. She was also a great worker with a wonderful work ethic and good sense of humor.

Her good nature and qualities as a person are no doubt a testament to you and her upbringing. I hope you can find solace in knowing that she was loved and respected by her co-workers and it was an honor to have worked with her.

Maria Elena Castilla

July 15, 2019

Querida Olivia, no sabes cuanto lo siento. Mi mas sentido pesame, que Dios la tenga en su gloria. Dios te de mucha fuerza. May she Rest In Peace

Elizabeth Torres

July 15, 2019

Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear

It was an honor to have worked with Samantha. She will be in our hearts and memories, until we meet again.
My deepest sympathies for Samantha's family.

Richard Guilbault Jr.

July 15, 2019

So so sorry for your loss Olivia, I really don't know what you are going through, but feel / wish that no one should have to...
Stay Strong, Blessed Be...

Jamin Clemente

July 15, 2019

To Sam's family - I'm very sorry for your loss. Sam the most beautiful soul of anyone I have met in a long time. She was always positive, always smiling and lived each day with purpose. 32 years is most definitely not long in this world. I will miss her positive outlook on everything at the office. She traded in her suffering for her wings and may she now rest in Peace. Love, Peace and Prayers, Jamin

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