Linda Short-Sams

Linda Short-Sams Obituary

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Age - 73

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October 7, 2023

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Newport, WA

Linda Marie (Short) Sams was born January 4, 1950, in Spokane Washington, and passed away at home October 3, 2023. Linda graduated from North Central School, and worked for many years at Shopko, driving daily from her home near Newport to work at the South Hill of Spokane. She was the proud Mom of Susan Philpott , Tiffany Bellinger and Tammy Philpot and proud stepmom to Stan Sams, Jr. , and Crystal Lee Sams Anderson. She had two brothers That she loved very much. She married the love of her life, Stan (Stanley) Sams, July 24, 1999, and together they enjoyed their home in a rural area near Newport. It was a special pleasure for them to watch the variety of wildlife pass through their backyard. Linda was often described as "such a sweet lady", and epitomized the Bible verse, Ephesians 4:32, "And be kind and compassionate to one another. " She dearly loved her mother and father, Olive and Roy Short, and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Herbert and Lilly Sams, all of whom preceded her in death. Her father-in-law once commented that Linda made the best pies he had ever eaten. She will be deeply missed by those she leaves behind, Stan, her daughters, stepchildren, many grandchildren, and extended family and Friends. Sherman-Campbell Funeral Home in Newport, WA is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are welcome to visit their website at www. shermancampbell. comLinda Marie (Short) SamsOur family chain is broken,And nothing is the same. We think of you in silence,And often speak your name. You left us peaceful memories;Your love is still our guide. And although we cannot see you, You are always by our side. It broke our hearts to lose you,But you did not go alone. For part of us went with you,The day God called you home. We love you,Your husband & your familyTo plant Memorial Trees in memory of Linda Marie Short-Sams, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

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