I was stunned when I heard the news of Sami's passing.

She brought joy and happiness to the world with her smarts, personality and smiles 

Peace luv and happiness to Sami and her family and friends

We are all deeply saddened by the passing of Sami. She was not only my work colleague but also a close dear friend to me.

Sami had a special gift for expressing deep emotion and connecting with others as a source of energy and inspiration to all.

I would like to share a special poem that Sami wrote for me after she learned of my father’s passing that help give me strength and great comfort during a difficult time. I hope that it will give you the same comfort and peace.

Like the peel of a banana or an orange, biodegradable, dissolves into the earth to become a part of it eternally, I will remain..

Like the wind, without a beginning or an end, I will remain..

Like the depth of the ocean and the flow of the endless waves, I will remain..

Like the smile of a baby so innocent and so pure, priceless and preciously everlasting impact on the hearts, I will remain.

Like the sun shining on the blossoming flowers, vitalizing them with lasting fragrance that refreshes the depth of the souls, I will remain..

She ended the poem with this comment:

Our parents are part of us and we are theirs, they never leave us!

I was there in 1991 when my Dad passed away at the age of 68 with stomach cancer and I wrote and sang a poem for him, we were all so sad but every time I look in the mirror or say something or do something, I hear or see my parents in me so that is very comforting.

It will get a little easier with time.

I am glad you are all together. -Sami

Sami was exceptional in many ways: beautiful inside and out, intelligent, kind, and resourceful. I used to call on Sami as a Key Account Manager when she was in charge as a Lead HIV/AIDS Clinical Pharmacist at Walgreen's Specialty Pharmacy in Miami from 2008-2014. 

I had so much respect for her, such a lovely lady..Sami valued family, friends and community above all else. Sami loved her children and would keep me abreast of all their accomplishments. Wrapping her family in loving light, peace, faith & hope & bless you and keep you today & in the days to come. 

RIP Sami and may you be soaring high with the angels!

My sincerest condolences to Sami's family & friends, 

Tatiana Riccelli