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Sam Young
May 30, 1967 - June 19, 2025
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2025-07-20 19:57:35 View / Comment (0)
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2025-07-16 01:26:33 View / Comment (0)
Anna Morris
I've tried to write something here so many times yet hadn't managed to because I just can't believe that you're no longer walking this earth with us. I've never met anyone quite like you, with the all the amazing qualities and values you possessed, your leadership was incredible. You always had a way of getting the best out of us, and our biggest gift to you is to embody all of your attributes within ourselves so that we can keep your vision alive. You treated everyone with kindness and understanding, and would often help me to come up with better ways of dealing with things. I have so much to thank you for, including random parcels of sweet treats on my desk, just because. We would often go on a chocolate run to the shop together and mostly rant along the way. You had the best sense of humour, and we got on so well. Thank you for believing in me, encouraging me and empowering me to have confidence in myself. We were privileged to have developed a strong bond between our team that became our IPC family at RJAH. You also touched my family's hearts, including my husband Lee, who had enjoyed meeting you in person for the first time whilst you were dressed as Madonna at the works Christmas party! He thought you were hilarious, and you introduced yourself to him as my friend, not my boss, because that's just how we clicked. I have to say though, he was disappointed when you changed your Land Rover to an electric car - and he took great pleasure in jibbing you about it. You knew my little girls too, and I will never forget the lovely things you said about them. I miss you so much Sam, I can see you walking into our office just to say hi, and to get your sugar fix before heading off to your next meeting. I don't know how you did it all; you were so much to so many, and boy oh boy we miss you and there will never be another leader like you, but we can't forget how lucky we all are to have worked alongside you, and for me to have had such a lovely friend. Rest easy Sam, we will never stop talking about you. You were so loved xxxx
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2025-07-10 21:33:52 View / Comment (0)
Andrea Hamilton
Sam you were an absolutely amazing person you always gave me support when I went through a hard time and was always so supportive of me. Because of your belief in my skills and capabilities you have made me into a stronger person. Although I knew my time came to an end at RJAH you still gave me the encouragement in my next venture. Thank you Sam for all of the opportunities you gave me. Rest in peace xxx
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2025-07-08 08:51:04 View / Comment (0)
Jane Sullivan
Sam and I met for the first time when she became a colleague in the CCG Quality Team where she brought her passion for quality and patient safety plus her enthusiasm and humour. We worked together on many different projects and she was always happy to support and offer advice. We also got the opportunity to work together in her other roles in Primary Care, Community Trust and it was great to be able to meet her again at RJAH. My thoughts go to her family at this time as I will miss having the opportunity to continue to work with Sam
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2025-07-04 18:24:58 View / Comment (0)
mandee worrall
Sam, you were one of my best friends. We shared so many moments, from the time you hit my car (and I had to climb out of the passenger door because you had pushed me into the conifers), those infamous brandy cherries, burnt nachos and the laughs as we were always the last to leave the pub. Every memory was wrapped in fun and sealed with a glass of red wine or two. Our bond ran deeper than the fun, it was built on shared passions and purpose; nursing, links with the army, relationships, dogs, goals, and most of all passion. We just got each other and often didn't even need words. We had so many plans. And though they now live in the realm of “what might’ve been,” I will try and fulfil them with you in mind. I'm so grateful for the time we had. I feel sad because you're gone, because of everything we didn’t get to finish. Still, I wouldn’t trade our unfinished story for anything. Your chapter in my life was full, loud, and beautiful. Thank you, my friend RIP Sam xxx,
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2025-07-04 10:03:21 View / Comment (0)
Vanessa Whatley
I met Sam within days of taking up post in Shropshire in January 2022 and quickly connected with our common backgrounds in infection prevention and control. We worked closely on the system approach to controlling Covid19 at the time, and that went on to form a strong relationship working together to support each other on this agenda. I could always rely on Sam for a listening ear, many “can I run this by you’s”, working selflessly in the system space and stepping in for me when needed to lead system IPC groups. I always valued the support and will continue to remember Sam for her willingness, kindness and support. Wishing Sam’s family and friends strength and love at this time following the most tragic loss to them and the nursing community.
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2025-07-01 12:03:34 View / Comment (0)
Maggie Durrant
I remember our intro meeting in the Army Reserve office of 202 at Copthorne Barracks, 10yrs ago, when you were still OC in Scottish Med.Regt, and scoping potential alternative Reserve posting opportunities having relocated to Shropshire. Our paths didn't cross again properly until Covid when you were working in primary care. You gave freely of your pressurised time to assist with excellent IPC advice in our planning for the vaccination site at Telford International Centre. Several years later, we're both working for Shropcom, and having been tasked with getting the Trust signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant, your input and contribution as one of our Armed Forces Network champions was invaluable and now sorely missed. I hope the heart to heart conversation & my efforts to re-ignite your enthusiasm, when you were somewhat disillusioned with the Reserves, and more importantly listen and support you, made a positive difference in return. Your kindness, professionalism, helpful attitude and lovely personality will be lasting memories I'll always treasure. Your leadership inspired so many, thank you for your service and friendship. Sending strength and love to all your family and friends xx
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2025-06-29 15:37:28 View / Comment (0)
Angela Cook
Sam I first met you in 2021 when you became the Deputy Director of Nursing at Shropcom and my line manager until I left in 2022. Your professionalism balanced with your approachability, made it easy for us all to seek support and share our ideas with her. Your warmth and humour stood out for me, bringing positivity to the workplace. I always marvelled at how you juggled work, your horses and military career yet always appearing calm and grounded. I have fond memories of working with you Sam albeit briefly and you were always an authentic and supportive colleague. You will be missed, and my thoughts are with your family and friends xx
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2025-06-27 16:10:32 View / Comment (0)
Brian McMillan
I met you in my first week at ShropCom and it turns out we were both from neighbouring villages in Scotland. It was lovely to become friends and spend too much time digressing to memories of Ayrshire growing up and return trips for Scottish food. We stayed in touch when you went to RJAH and it was always a highlight to catch up with a fellow Jock! My thoughts are with your family and friends xx
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2025-06-27 15:54:31 View / Comment (0)
Nicola Dixon
I worked with Sam at Shropcom as her PA, the first words i heard her say on her first day were ' My ITs not working' she then followed that up with ' I'm rubbish with IT my daughter will tell you that' Well she wasn't wrong but then Sam you couldn't be good at everything and you were the most amazing nurse. There are loads of memories that we made together , we have laughed , cried and much more. You shared with me that in your words ' I've met a new man' That was Roo and he made you so happy. You always had a smile on your face even when times were difficult so you would come into my office shut the door have a rant and then go out with your wonderful smile on your face again and no one was the wiser. You were so funny in so many ways there isnt enough space to write it all. Ill miss you and your stories and dramas. xx
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2025-06-27 12:19:49 View / Comment (0)
Hayley Gingell
Sam, This past week has been filled with me sharing your stories....your amazing stories....with so many people who loved you, mostly through talking, not writing. I love that now we finally have a digital space where we can keep sharing the incredible person you were and how you still live on in so many hearts. For me, it’s all about the values you embodied. You had this rare gift of blending love with leadership, a combination I’ve never seen before. You set a whole new bar for what leadership means. Honestly, “Leading with Love” should be its own initiative, because that’s exactly what you did. Everyone I’ve spoken to this week has said the same thing, you saw us as people, not just tools, and your leadership was always personal and tailored. I still wonder how you managed to be so much to so many, did you have some kind of supernatural ability to multiply yourself? Probably! Because nothing ever seemed beyond you. As for memories… there are so many I wouldn’t know where to begin. But the one thing that runs through all of them is your kindness and compassion. You had this incredible way of calming the waters, whether with wisdom, encouragement, or your brilliant sense of humour. Your loss has left a huge hole, not just in our organisation but in our hearts. But I know I will never forget, or waste, the investment you made in me, how you allowed me to grow in ways no one else ever did. Because of you, I have the skills and resilience to move forward and conquer whatever life and career throw at me. And I know I’m not the only one who’s been gifted that. Thank you, Sam. For everything. You’ll always be part of us. Hales xxx
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I've been putting off writing this because there are no words to describe the loss that you are. I feel so honoured that I can call you not only a boss, but also a friend. From a professional point of view, you were, without a doubt, the greatest inspiration in my 25-year career. Your warmth, kindness, leadership, common sense, experience and knowledge knew no bounds. I just can't believe your not here, RJAH feels lost in your absence. You were the light to guided us, and now, everything seems dimmer. On a personal level our Andrew lessons will never quite seem the same, I will treasure those videos and pictures we sent each other. I will miss arriving to support you and the big hugs you'd give me. It was wonderful watching you enjoying learning a different side of riding. There are no words that do you justice, you were extraordinary, exceptional, unforgettable and irreplaceable and the world is a darker place without you in it. My thoughts are with your family at this terrible time.
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