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Samantha Kidd Obituary

Sam passed away after a battle with ALS on Monday, December 30, 2024. She was born and raised in San Diego, CA. and always hoped to go back to San Diego to retire. She is survived by her children, Ryan Johnson & Brian Johnson, grandchildren Chloe Taylor & Caden Johnson. Rowdy Johnson. Her third child Jimmy Jensen, numerous Siblings, Aunts, Uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was employed at Eco Lips, where she finally found a job, she loved. The family will hold a celebration of life at Los Compadres at a later date. Please inquire the family for more information. Please join us and share stories and have a margarita in her honor. There will be no services.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 1, 2025.

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Tracy Owens

April 11, 2025

So sorry for your loss, I worked with Sam back in the 80's at the Swiss Colony in the malls in Cedar Rapids

Jeff Kleineck

January 2, 2025

Such an amazing person. Her spirit will carry on through everyone she touched. Wishing you all peace in this time of sorrow.

Sue Andrews

January 1, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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