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SAMUEL LUCAS SMITH "Sam"
Our beautiful, kind, gentle and much loved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend passed suddenly from this Earth to be joined with God on September 17, 2012. Sam left behind his mother, Susan Smith; father, Bryan Smith; sister, Maggie Smith; grandparents, Ralph and Jean Snyder; aunt, Janet and uncle, Dave Engle; and cousin, Janel Nye. Sam was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bernard and Rebecca Smith. Sam enjoyed helping to heal people as a physical therapy aide at Shady Grove Rehabilitation Hospital and was a 2005 graduate of McLean High School. Sam had an incredible passion for jazz music and for playing the drums. His love for his family and friends was absolute and unconditional. A celebration of Sam's life will be held at Darnestown Presbyterian Church, 15120 Turkey Foot Road, Darnestown, MD 20878 at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 26 with a reception to follow at the home of Susan and Maggie Smith. Attendees are encouraged to wear Sam's favorite colors of orange or green. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Houston OCD Center, 1401 Castle Court, Houston, TX 77006 Attn: Sahara for Sam Smith Memorial Residential Treatment Scholarship, or to National Association on Mental illness Montomery County at Namimc.org. Please designate all donations in Sam's name. Please view and sign the family guestbook at www.pumphreyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for SAMUEL SMITH
6 Entries
Donnis Crump
September 27, 2012
The service was wonderful and we all learned so much about Sam and your family. I am so proud of you all and so sorry for your loss.
Ethan Pirk
September 27, 2012
Susan, I am so sorry. This poem has given me comfort in the past. It's the only thing I can think of to say. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft star-shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
--Mary Elizabeth Frye
EJ Watkins
September 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go to the Smith Family, Sam had such amazing personality and was a great person! He will never be forgotten.
Bob Zedik
September 26, 2012
Dear Susan and family:
I learned from Joy this evening of the loss of your dear Sam. Usually it is always good news of some sort, but not this evening. My heart is heavy for your loss. I remember the young boy and as I look at his photo I can only imagine what pride and joy this now young man must have brought to you all. Celebrate with joy those things he was able to accomplish and support each other when the tears come. Know the ultimate good God has in store even in the midst of the sorrow now. I will be praying for all of you over the next few days. Peace and love.
Katie Middleton (Dykstra)
September 24, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family. I will remember Sam for his smile that light up his face. -Katie, McLean 2005 graduate with Sam
Rhona Applebaum
September 23, 2012
Dear Susan, I still remember getting the note from the desk clerk at the hotel in Amsterdam that my friend had given birth to little boy. The entire hotel celebrated. What fond memories. Oh my dear friend, my heart aches for you and for your family's loss--pls give my love to Bryan and Maggie, your parents and all those he touched. Be comforted in knowing he is with his God and all is good. What we can't understand, we shouldn't try, but let faith heal our hearts. Remember all the good Susan-and how much he loved you. He will always be with you--touch your heart--he's there. Much love to you and anything you need or I can do--shout!
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