Janeice Samman

February 8, 1942 - September 22, 2020

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Janeice (Whitehead) Samman, 78, of Lafayette, died Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born February 8, 1942 in Florence, AL to the late Dewey and Lottie Mae (Seagraves) Whitehead. She attended and graduated from high school in Missouri. On January 21, 1964, she married her best friend and love Issam “Sam” Samman in Detroit, MI. Sam and Janeice celebrated 56 years as husband and wife. She worked as the Lab Supervisor at the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL) at Purdue for 38 years before retiring.

Janeice enjoyed reading and loved animals. She also loved to travel with Sam and her children. Some of their adventures have taken them to visit family in Florida and Syria. Above all, she loved time spent with her family.

Along with her husband, Sam, she is survived by her 2 children, Samer (Misty) Samman of Lafayette, Sandy Haynes-Hopson (Chris Hopson) of Lafayette; 2 brothers, Dale (Gladys) Whitehead of Winterhaven, FL, and Jim (Myriam) Whitehead of Puerto Rico; 1 sister, Esther Whitley of Winterhaven, FL; 2 grandchildren, Jordan Samman of Lafayette and Asher Haynes of Lafayette; and a sister-in-law, Sandra Whitehead of Winterhaven, FL; and many extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dewey and Lottie Mae and 2 brothers, Ken Whitehead and David Whitehead; and sister-in-law, Betty Whitehead.

Memorial contributions in Janeice’s name may be given to Natalie’s Second Chance No Kill Shelter, 10 S 16th St, Lafayette, IN 47905 or at http://www.nataliessecondchance.org or to Almost Home Humane Society, 1705 S. 2^nd Street, Lafayette, IN 47905 or at https://www.almosthomehumane.org.

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Janeice (Whitehead) Samman, 78, of Lafayette, died Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born February 8, 1942 in Florence, AL to the late Dewey and Lottie Mae (Seagraves) Whitehead. She attended and graduated from high school in Missouri. On January 21, 1964, she married her best friend…

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I was deeply saddened to learn of Janeice's passing. My heart and prayers go out to Sam and the rest of her beloved family. I will miss Janeice's sense of humor- she could always make me laugh- and her positive outlook. I admired her strength and courage through her battle. She was a good and patient instructor as I tried to master the "art" of histology and I feel blessed to have had her friendship in the years since leaving Purdue.

My sincere condolences to the family. I met Janeice and became friends with her at the med clinic where we rec’d treatment together. It didn’t take long for me to realize how blessed her family and friends were to have her. I’m glad to have known her for the time I did. She will be missed.

I am so sorry for your families loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers

So very sorry to read of Janeice's passing. I worked in the ADDL with her. Prayers for comfort and strength for the family.

SAM, SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. JANEICE WAS A SPECIAL GAL AND GREAT PERSON.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Thoughts and prayers to Sam and all of the family. I worked with Janeice at ADDL for many years. I always enjoyed her stories and how her and Sam would take their dogs for rides. Remember the good times she was able to have. RIP.

Our deepest condolences to the Samman family.

I have memories of Jan my entire lifetime whether it was a pool party, Christmas party or a coffee clatch. Never the loudest, but she had a presence about her that you definitely knew she was there and a comfort that made her very approachable and a fast friend. She will be missed. Love you my friend ♥️

I knew Janeice for many years working at ADDL, and we shared some special times. I admire her long fight and wish that she may rest In peace and love. My condolences go out to Sam and all her family.

Our condolences to Sam and family. I was saddened to learn and read of the passing of another ADDL colleague and friend. Janeice was the supervisor of the Histopathology lab for as long as I was there. Her lab served not only the Staff and local veterinarians but all veterinarians throughout the state. When you lost your pet, Janeice and her staff would have played a big part in assisting your veterinarian in making a diagnosis through slides of tissues prepared in her lab. RIP Janeice. Thanks for all your efforts.

I will always Love you . You were not able to see each other (mom) on earth as she will Love to but the Love among the distance was always there . Mom and you are now with our uncles ,grandparents and other family members that are already in heaven. I never have enough words to understand why things happen the way they do .God will work in mysterious ways he is always watching over among the ones that stay on earth and 2 angels now are with him. For ever and ever rest in Peace aunt Janeice

I worked at ADDL while Janeice was in the HISTO lab and I was in the front office. I am sorry to hear that she passed away...I know she had struggled with cancer for a very long time....and that she fought it all the way.....peace to her family at the time of loss....Mary Fran Nelson

I’m so very sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers are with you all. Janeice was a good friend even though we hadn’t known each other for a while. Sincerely and with love, Jackie

My thoughts and prayers go to you Sam and family. What a great loss - she was a fighter though. I am so happy that I had the pleasure of working with Janeice and becoming her friend over the years. She was always a bright spot.

So very sorry for your loss Sam. Jan was a very special lady and I enjoyed being your neighbor. Jan may you rest in peace and be free of pain.. my prayers to you Sam and your family.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.