Samantha A. McCormick of Levittown, PA, age 49, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by love on December 16, 2018. She is survived by Sean P. McCormick, beloved husband of 24 years, children, Morgan Elizabeth and Patrick Robert, who were her pride and joy, parents Marilyn (Kraus) and Robert Ditty, of Port Jefferson Station, Long Island, NY, brother Robert J. Ditty (Lisa Yeager), many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, friends and her cherished dog, Bella. The beautiful Samantha met the love of her life, Sean, at East Stroudsburg University, where she was a proud member of Lambda Iota Sorority. A talented artist, Sam graduated with a degree in fine arts. A favorite subject matter of her paintings was the beach, which she visited every day growing up. Sam's artwork can be found adorning the walls of family members. Sam's family and friends will remember her for tackling everything with abundant energy and determination. She was a force. Whether it was cross country running, where she achieved national ranking in high school, her sales manager job for Clinique at Macy's, her involvement in Morgan and Patrick's school, sports and other activities, designing, landscaping and lovingly tending to her family's backyard oasis, including excavating ponds, or fighting cancer, Sam brought her commitment, strength, stamina and "can do" attitude always. Sam never complained, wanted no fuss, and remained a fighter until the end. Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, December 20, 2018, from 6:00 until 9:00 pm at the James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., 2200 Trenton Road, Levittown. Her funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at 10:30 am at Queen of the Universe Church, 2443 Trenton Road, Levittown, where Sam was a parish member and served as a catechist. There will be no calling hours on Friday or Saturday morning. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Samantha's name may be made to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance, (Ocrahope.org) 14 Pennsylvania Plaza, #2110, New York, NY 10122.
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