Samuel Ebersman

Sam Lincoln Ebersman died on Sunday, October 22nd in Orlando, Florida. He was 22. Sam is survived by his mom and dad, Michelle and David, and two brothers Max and Theo. Sam’s life was tragically cut short when he was hit by a truck while riding a scooter.

Sam was born in San Francisco in 2001. He graduated from San Mateo High School in 2019. He was attending the College Internship Program in Melbourne, Florida, where he was enjoying making new friends and studying new subjects.

In his short life, Sam touched all who knew him. Sam was kind, sensitive, and quiet. And quirky. His antics and theories made others laugh. Case in point, bowling. He was not a great bowler, nor did he bowl often, but was convinced that if he had the proper ball, he could excel on family outings. So he went out and purchased a bright blue ball that he brought to lanes; it only improved his score by a few pins, but he did not abandon his optimism for future domination of family nights. Sam loved ice cream, but didn’t care for milkshakes. His favorite food was anything with octopus. He enjoyed well-timed memes and was an amateur creator of them. Sam lived for roller coasters, the higher and faster the better.

Sam made his parents laugh. His brothers looked up to him. His grandparents adored him. The highlight of his California grandparent’s weekends was Sam’s weekly visits on Friday night for Amici’s pizza. Sam could wolf down his pizza – and chocolate cake – in record time. All who saw the speed in which he ate were entertained, impressed and slightly puzzled. Sam devoted years to studying martial arts and self defense with his teacher, and friend, Buddy Walker.

Sam was a gamer – he enjoyed many video games, but particularly all-things Mario. He even listened to the soundtracks of video games. He also built complex adult Legos of the Mario characters. He was a great cook and enjoyed preparing food for his family and new classmates in college. His specialties were fettuccine Alfredo and chicken parmesan.

When the family vacationed in Maui, Sam would spend hours each day in the ocean, body surfing or just letting the waves rock him back and forth. That was his happy place. Sam was a considerate, honest, and caring young man who will be missed by many.

Funeral will take place 11 am Friday morning at Temple Beth El, 5101 Providence Rd., Charlotte, NC. Burial will follow at Hebrew Cemetery.