Samantha Mcdaniel Jabuka

It is with deep sorrow and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Samantha Chanelle McDaniel Jabuka, a loving wife, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. Samantha passed away on March 9th, 2024, at the age of 27. Samantha was born on August 26, 1996, and lived life to the fullest in San Pedro, CA.

Samantha had endless love for her husband, Jacob, and was excited to soon start a family. Her little pug chewy was her baby. Samantha loved spending time fishing with her dad, Steve, and was a chip off the old block and a true fisherman like her dad. Samantha was a devoted daughter and very close to her mother Susan. Samantha shared endless memories from singing in the car to running errands with her sister Alley. Samantha’s happy place included Disneyland and being home cooking homemade soups. Samantha enjoyed music, fun nail designs, colorful makeup, and quality time spent with friends and family. Samantha was known to be very determined when she set a goal, including making it on to the boys’ basketball team during her childhood years. Her determination continued to shine in her adult life as she was known to be one of the hardest workers. Samantha was also a caregiver, always looking after and ensuring her family and friends felt loved and supported. She was a constant shoulder to lean on. Samantha was always, and will continue to be, a bright and positive light in so many lives.

Samantha is preceded in death by her grandma (Phila McDaniel), grandpa (Calvin McDaniel), grandma (Domina ‘Minnie’ Finn), grandpa (Bill Donovan) and childhood best friend (Noah Akers). She is survived by her husband (Jacob Jabuka), Mother (Susan McDaniel), Father (Stephen Finn), Sister (Allison McDaniel), and many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Funeral services will be held at Green Hills Mortuary on Tuesday, April 2nd at 11:30am.

In Lieu of flowers:
Donations can be made to Make-A-Wish America:
https://wish.org/home