Samantha DeBorja Obituary

It is all still shocking to know the loss because I have never lost anyone that I have known like this. It took a while for it to register in my mind.
To my dearest cousins, you definitely know that my family is here for support.
All I can say is that heaven just got a lot sweeter. I love you guys!

To the Crutcher & DeBorja Families~
I just found out about this tragic loss a few days ago when I ran in to Anthony. My heart and soul has been so saddened for all of you. You are all such a beautiful and strong family and I pray that the days will get easier for you. I know from spending so many years close to your family that losing Samantha is like losing the diamond from the ring. Please stay strong and stay united.

To Samantha~ I know that it had been sometime since we had seen each other, but I remember one day this past December I saw you and James at JC Penny's. It was so early and I was so surprised to see you. I could kick myself now for not stopping to give you a hug and say hello! None the less, you will be in my heart and I will continue to pray for your family.

Mr Crutcher, Anthony, James, Essie, Michael, CJ & Johnson you are always in my thoughts & prayers!

To the family of Samantha Isun DeBorja, my 1st cousin.

Dear James, Michael, and C.J.,

God is the God of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. May God continue to comfort you all in your time of need and healing. Whatever I can do to support you all, I am just a phone call a way. I will continue to lift you all in prayer.

Love,

Your Cousin Carolyn

To the family,

Our love goes out to you all. Look to God for strength and endurance. We will continue to pray for you. Stay close to each other and be there for each other.

Love,
Tai

Samantha, I miss you so much. We've been blessed that our parents raised us all to be close and involved with each others lives. It hurts knowing that you're gone but I know you are still with all of us. I can feel your presence as I write this. And you're still the loudest one in the room. :-) Your time with us will be remembered and celebrated. I love you!

To James: You are truly a brother to me. Thank you for treating my sister like a queen. She was always so happy and I know you had so much to do with that. You made her life great. I could see and hear it every time I saw her or spoke to her. We all rest easier knowing that Michael and CJ have you as a pillar to lean on and to continue guiding them in life.

To my nephews Michael and CJ: Every time I look at you I see your mother. Words cannot describe how proud she was of each of you. What an unbelievable job she did in raising you both. It is so hard to deal with this loss but knowing that each of you knew exactly how much your mother loved you makes it a little easier. Always know that your family is here for you. We will grow stronger in time. I love you fellas.

It's hard to find the right words to say at this moment. I still can't believe that Sam is gone. Lean on the Lord for he will give you strength. Debo, I know you may not understand God's plan but just remember he will never leave you nor forsake you.

To the family of Samantha, I knew her in school she was always a plesure to be around. I am deeply sorry for you loss.

May the memories held deep within your heart help to soothe your family at this difficult time. You're in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.

My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you for the loss of such a wonderful person. May God watch over you closely in this time of sorrow.

It was truly an honor to have known such a unique person in Samantha. My deepest sympathies go out to her family. Hold your head high Michael, and celebrate your mother's life.

To the Deborja & Crutcher family: I am so sorry for your loss and my most fervent prayers are for your comfort. God hears every prayer and heals every broken heart. Praise God for Samantha! Walk in His Glory Sam!

Sincerely,
The Jewett Family

I am so sorry for your loss. Samantha was a very sweet person and brought sunshine to this world. She will be missed.

Dear Deborja Family, Deacon Crutcher and Extended Family and Friends.... May the Lords blessing fall upon you in this time of grief. Our prayers are with all of you.

My thoughts and prayers are with Samantha's family. I remember her beautiful smile and her kindness.

Dear Mr. Crutcher, this is Tatiana Winfree Justine's daughter. Samantha was like a aunt to me, she was always happy and also loving. I was shocked when i heard that she was gone, I was so sad and the first thing that came to my mind was me and my brother was in Colorado for Christmas break and we was planning on seeing her but we didnt get to. I could of seen her for the last time before she left us. i love Samantha like she was my other mom. Christopher the cutest god son i have i thought of you and Micheal and also James when i heard this i know you guys are lost without her Christopher and all of you guys keep your heads up and let god be with you, I love you all.!!!

To James, Michael and CJ - The few hours spent w/Samantha, Michael and CJ will be cherised for a long, long time. I hope to always remember the laugh we shared in not recognizing each other in the elevator (James - Michael and CJ can explain). I'm attaching a photo from Sat., April 12.

Deacon Crutcher, Essie, Anthony, James, Michael, and Christopher. My heart is heavy for all of you, my love and prayers are with you all. Its taken alot for me to pull up and read this obituary. I have been fighting the fact that I will never see Sam's smiling face or hear her voice again in this lifetime. After 17 years of going through so much and being so close to someone we were always together even if we were half way across the states from each other...we always managed to see each other no matter what. To have someone in your life snatched away like this is almost cruel, I have so many mixed emotions... I don't know how I'm feeling from one day to the next. The one thing that I am mad about is not being home when she had told me several times I need to move back home, and at a time like this I still couldn't make it home. All I know is anyone who ever had the pleasure of meeting Samantha even once ...never forgot her because she left that lasting impression, she was definitely loved by those who knew her genuine personality, and her being so pretty was a bonus. I know hse loved her husband James, and was alwas praising the boys Michael, and my godson Christopher. I have so, so, so, many great and crazy fun memories with her over the years...they'll always stay with me, as she'll always stay with me. There'll never be another Sam. She was my sister, my rock, my very best friend in the world, and everyone's Destiny...and I will never ever let her go. I love her so much!! The one thing that gives me comfort is knowing she is with her mother walking with God in all his glory. The Lord will get all of us threw this if we just believe in him. Put it in Gods hands. Bless You All.

To All of Samantha's Family -- I worked with Sam a number of years ago at Ft. Carson -- she always had such a happy spirit. Her boys were the joy of her being and she was always so proud of you both; as well as being a loving wife. I hope you find peace in knowing that she is with God now and He will heal your pain and suffering in time. God bless and keep you all.

I met Samantha during her visit to Kansas City when she was pregnant with Michael. She had such an innocence about her. I will always remember that smile...it lit up the room. To the family...may God give you the needed strength and comfort to get through your time of bereavement.
R.I.P Samantha ~

Samantha (Destiny to lots) was the kind of person that could make your day brighter in just a smile or a few words. She was the person at the party to make everyone welcome. I meet about 3 years ago and was brought into her relm or friends with open arms. She was one of those people that you were proud to know and happy to have in your life. She was an amazing person and an amazing mother. Her kids and husband were her life. If my daughter grows up to be even a quarter of the woman Samantha was I would be truly honored and proud. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends right now. She will be missed and never forgotten.

Samantha's smile was one that would brighten even a stranger's day. Although I am saddened that I didn't get to know her as well as others, I realize I am blessed to have had the chance to exchange the few words that I did over the past year. May God be with her family in their time of grief.

I am very sorry for your loss. Samantha always had a smile that brightned anyones day. May God bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.

I am so sorry for your loss. Samantha was a very sweet person and brought sunshine to this world. She will be greatly missed.

we are all sorry for your loss,may god bless all of you.with our deepest sympathies. the fuller family

Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow

Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. You are not forgotten.

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE CRUTCHER, DEBORJA FAMILY.

LOVE,

THE YARBROUGH FAMILY

Dear Crutcher/Deborja,Family,
There is such a sadness in my heart for the loss of Samantha. My friend of 24 years. That girl was such a blessing in my life. She was such a joy to be around and could pull so many people together. People you hadn't seen in years, she would find and bring together. She had so many friends and people who just simply adored her because of her beaming personality. I know for a fact that her greatest joy was you, her family. Michael and CJ couldn't find a bigger fan than their mother.She would always call or text whenever there was an event or milestone in the kids lives. She would even text when Michael would score in Football or Basketball, or when he got his drivers license. She was very proud of her boys. James, she found the right one in you and I'm truly grateful. She loved her Daddy. Essie and Anthony you made her laugh and I felt the closeness of your family. I loved Samantha dearly and I will miss her greatly, but I know she also loved God. She walking around heaven with Mrs. Crutcher and Our Lord and Savior and that gives me comfort. I pray that this too will bring you comfort. May God Bless you and keep you.

Love Always,

To James,Michael,CJ and family
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Samantha was a wonderful person and I loved her. I am going to miss her very much.

Hello Michael,
I've really missed you all since you left. Thinking about it I remember the times i spent at the house when you and your father taught me how to play basketball and ride my first rollerskates.(Thanks for all the fun!)
I am sorry to hear about Mrs. Samantha. She was an awsome woman and i loved her. I pray that you all stay blessed.

Deacon Crutcher, I was devastated when I learned to Samantha's death. She introduced us once several years ago at her home. I met Samantha on June 30, 1998. Everyone was moving into their new homes, when we moved in Samantha
was standing in her front yard smiling and waving. When I finally waved back, she walked down and introduced herself. She was always so funny.We laughed alot when we were together.Infact when I bought Kisha a new puppy for her 7th birthday and after a week of hiding him, the day of the party he still had no name. It was Samantha's sense of humor that named him. Her reply was
"Just give him the all Americian dog name Max, and that's what he was named Max. We reallly missed them after they move away but, she always managed to keep in touch by, phone, pictures, visits, etc. James, Michael, CJ these memories also go to you, and all of the family. Samantha is going to be truley missed yet she will always have a special place in my heart. My Prayers and Love goes out to you all and May the Blessings and Peace of Almighty God be with you all through this trying time. It's just a test. God Bless You today, tomorrow, and forever.

TO THE FAMILY OF SAMANTHA THERE ARE NO WORDS TO DESCRIBE HOW I FEEL ABOUT YOUR DAUGHTER, WIFE AND MOTHER, ALL I CAN SAY IS WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PERSON GOD HAS CREATED AND I WILL MISS HER SO MUCH.SHE WILL ALWAYS BE A SHINING LIGHT TO THE WORLD AND BEYOND THE HEAVENS, THANK YOU FOR SHARING HER WITH ME. GOD BLESS YOU ALL

To Essie and Anthony and family of Samantha: I want to express my deepest, most deepest sympathy for the loss of their loved one. Samanthas life will continue thru memories she left behind to include her two children. May God help all of you to come quickly to a day when you think of her and burst out with laughter instead of continual sorrow. On that day you will know that Samanthas Angel is still with you. God Bless you all. Mrs. Foo May and Priscilla Coleman.

My prayers go out to a wonderful and loving family. May the spirit of the Lord be with you all and carry you through this time. Heaven rejoices with Samantha there and her love pours on you all. God is with you and he loves you and he will be there with you and I am forever thankful to him for that.

May the Lord continue to bless the DeBorja family in your time of sorrow. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Sam was such a beautiful person, inside and out. Everytime I saw her, she was smiling and laughing. God has called on of his Angels home. Debo, I am praying for you and you family, I wish I could be there to celebrate her life with you all. Samantha you will be truly be missed. God Bless!!

First to Mr. Crutcher I cannot tell you how sorry I am for the loss of this wonderful human being that was created and given to you and sent to Earth. Michael my heart hurts so badly for you, CJ and James. I am mad, sad, hurt, devastasted and still in shock hearing this news especially after seeing you all for a joyous occasion just one day earlier. I am trying very hard to thank God for being able to see you Samantha this past weekend, what a wonderful gift for me and my family. I know we all want more weekends, more days, even seconds with you. We will all see you again. God please help the entire family, Her father, brother, sister and any extended family. God give us strength to make it to the next moment, hour and day without Samantha Isun in our lives.

My prayers go out to the Entire family, Samantha was like a sister to me I have known her since child hood more than 20 years, to lose someone this close to me breaks my heart, I will miss her dearly. I am deeply saddened about this tragic loss. I have so many memories of our school hood and our adult years which will keep her memory alive with me. There will always be a place in my heart for Samantha, I loved her very much....

Keep riding girl!!!


PO3 Maria King, USN
Naval Medical Center
San Diego, CA

Mr. Crutcher (and family),
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you during this very difficult time. I hope you can find some comfort in knowing that you are not in this alone and that you can lean on family and friends who love and admire Samantha very much! Please don't hesitate to ask for anything you may need. Love and prayers.
Wayne, Susan, Caitlin, and your little buddy Kylee

I want to send my heart felt sympathy to Essie and her brother-in-law. Although it has been years since I have seen Samantha; I remember seeing her just starting on her journey. Michael was a handsome one year old, and Samantha had met her handsome soon to be husband. Before I knew it she was married and joining the Navy, and taking care of her family. I was so proud of her when Essie came out to visit me in California, and told me how much Samantha was really growing up. For a minute I got to peer in the window and see her blossom and from her families remarks in the paper it seems she blossomed into a beautiful flower. I regret that I will not be attending the funeral but my parents and brother will be there in my place. Essie this has upset me more than you'll ever know, and I think you should know that you're very loved and many of your friends from college are praying for you and your family during this tragic time. Word definitely travels fast. My family and I will continue to pray for you and yours because it is prayer that will lift you up and help you through this.

Love always,

Michelle McAfee-McDavid

Destiny you will be missed dearly and you are loved. It is a pleasure to have known you and to have had you be a part of our lives.

Dear Deacon Crutcher,

You are in our prayers. We pray that God will give you strength, faith and comfort to continue to be his earthly vessel.

Love,
Toney and Marilyn Braswell