In Loving Memory

Samantha Caitlin Dudish

11/30/1993 — 5/5/2025

Gilbert-Memorial-Park

A Life Remembered

Obituary

Samantha C. Dudish was called home on Monday May 5th 2025. Samantha was born to Paul and Roxanne Dudish in Buffalo New York on November 30 th 1993. Samantha is survived by her parents Paul and Roxanne, her brother Paul, her two beautiful children Madison and Ashton; as well, as her grandfather, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Samantha graduated from Lancaster High School in 2011 and relocated to Arizona to attend class at Arizona State University. Samantha was a fun loving free spirit who loved animals, all types of music, a good laugh, and taking selfies. Her heart was huge, with a love for the elderly and a special generosity for the homeless. Samantha’s incredibly charismatic personality was infectious and will be missed by all those who knew and loved her. Samantha had several quirky sayings, one of them was “do you miss me?” And the answer Samantha is you’ll never know how much!

While our hearts mourn the loss of Samantha we take comfort in knowing she is finally at peace.

A memorial service will be held Saturday May 31st at 1000 AM at Gilbert Memorial Park located at 2100 E. Queen Creek Road in Gilbert.

Service Details

Gatherings in remembrance

Service

Saturday, May 31, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Gilbert Memorial Park Cemetery Funeral Home 2100 E. Queen Creek Rd. Gilbert, AZ 85297

In Memory

Moments to treasure

Messages of Love

From family and friends

Justin Richards

I was so deeply sorry to hear this – Samantha had such a great smile and sense of humour and will be missed so very much. Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers to you and the family x

Jennifer Foster

Oh Rox, my heart absolutely breaks for you. I can’t adequately express in words anything that truly encompasses the enormity of your loss but know I am sending love, prayers and wishes for healing and comfort to you and all of her loved ones. But especially you as her Mama. I never had the pleasure to meet your beautiful daughter but if she’s anything like her Mama I know she was one hell of a woman! The Mama’s love, resilience and support you gave to her while you did everything possible to assist her through life’s trials is so admirable. I pray that you find peace, healing and comfort in all of the cherished memories and joy in the 2 most precious gifts you could ever be given by her, your beautiful grandbabies. Love, Jennifer Foster <3

Jean Morris

Rox, I am so sorry for your loss. Nothing can feel the void of losing a child. I am praying for you and your family. With deep sadness, Jean

Gail Moxley

Oh Rox, My heart aches for you on the loss of your beloved Samantha. Though no words can truly ease the pain of such a profound loss, I hope you find comfort in the many cherished memories and the light she brought into the lives of those around her. Samantha’s joy for life, her compassion for others, and her radiant spirit were evident as you would speak of her. Her kindness to those in need, and her vibrant energy will remain an enduring legacy. May you find peace in the days ahead and strength in the love that surrounds you. And Samantha — yes, you are deeply missed by those who love you. More than words could ever express. “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18

Kendra Layton

I’m so deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that my heart aches for you and your family during this unimaginable time of grief. May you find comfort in the love and memories you shared with her. Her spirit lives on in the lives she touched and in her beautiful children. I hope you do not hesitate to reach out for anything that you need during this time.

Sandra Morales

ACTS 24:15 “AND I HAVE HOPE TOWARD GOD, WHICH HOPE THESE MEN ALSO LOOK FORWARD TO, THAT THERE IS GOING TO BE A RESURRECTION OF BOTH THE RIGHTEOUS AND THE UNRIGHTEOUS.”

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