Samara Nechele Tisdale, beloved daughter of Terry Willis of Summerville, SC, and Sharon Logan of Salisbury, NC, was born on February 15, 1993, in Greensboro, North Carolina. On her 32nd birthday, February 15, 2025,

Samara was called to eternal rest in Wake Forest, North Carolina. A 2012 graduate of A. L. Brown High School in Kannapolis, NC, Samara stood out as a dedicated student-athlete, especially excelling in track and field. She proudly earned 3rd place in the North Carolina State Championship for shot put, a testament to her strength, perseverance, and commitment. Samara's passion for culinary arts led her to work at Trinity Oaks Retirement Community in Salisbury, NC, where she honed her craft as a chef. She also shared her talents at Buffalo Wild Wings, balancing her dedication between both roles with grace and determination.

Eventually, Samara embarked on a new chapter in Wake Forest, NC, where she continued pursuing her culinary journey at Town Hall Restaurant, bringing creativity and heart to every dish she prepared.

Samara's love, joy, and vibrant spirit will live on through those she leaves behind: her mother, Sharon Logan of Salisbury, NC; her father, Terry Willis (LaKisha) of Summerville, SC; her grandmother, Elizabeth Tisdale of Salisbury, NC; her siblings, Kevin Logan II (Kiara) of Salisbury, NC; Tierra Willis of Summerville, SC; and Christin Wade of Kingstree, SC. She also leaves her cherished nieces and nephews: Kaylie Logan, Kevin Logan III (Tre), Reverdy Capers Jr., Carson Capers, and Cassie Capers; along with a host of loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Funeral Services: Friday April 25, at 1:00 Rowan Funeral Services Chapel, family will receive friends one prior to service.