Samantha Marquez Escalante, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away on December 16, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina. Born on August 14, 2006, in Greenville, South Carolina, to Plascencia Escalante and Jose Manuel Marquez, Samantha's life was a testament to the power of intelligence and compassion.

From her early years, Samantha was known for her bright smile and her eagerness to help others. She carried these traits with her through life, touching the hearts of everyone she met. Her parents, Plascencia and Jose, instilled in her the values of their Christian faith, which guided her in all her endeavors and shone brightly through her loving actions.

Samantha's family, her mother Plascencia, and her father Jose, remember her as a light in their lives—a source of joy and pride. Her passing leaves a void that cannot be filled, but her spirit will continue to guide them. They take solace in the knowledge that her love will forever be a part of their lives and the lives of those she touched.

As we say goodbye to Samantha Marquez Escalante, we celebrate the profound impact she made in her short but meaningful life. Her legacy of love, kindness, and intelligence will continue to inspire those who knew her, and her memory will be cherished forever. Samantha's journey on this earth may have ended, but the ripples of her influence will carry on, reminding us all to live with compassion and to make a positive difference in the world.

Public Viewing will be on Monday, December 22, 2025, from 1pm till 8pm at Beasley Funeral Home Chapel

Funeral Ceremony will be on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 1pm at San Sebastion Church, Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Greer SC

Professional Service entrusted to Beasley Funeral Home-Greenville