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Samantha (Sam) Kidd
Samantha (Sam) Kidd
Cedar Rapids
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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