Pamela Lynn “Sam” Polen, 69

Pamela Lynn “Sam” Polen, 69, of Malvern, passed away on October 20, 2024, at Aultman Hospital, after a respiratory illness.  

Born on August 17, 1955 in Canton, Ohio, she was the daughter of Nancy Jane (Ledbetter) Polen and the late William Edward “Bill” Polen, of Carrollton. 

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her son, Jacob Richard Bender, her grandchildren Braxton, Arianna, and Harper Bender, her sister Marjorie Jean (Polen) Thompson, her nephew Taylor Michael (Katherine) Thompson, her niece Kelsie Grace Thompson and numerous other relatives.

Sam graduated from Carrollton High School in 1973.  She spent many summers showing her horses at the Carroll County Fair. She worked for many years as a waitress and bartender. She was a quick wit who could have a long conversation with anyone. She was a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan. And she was a good-hearted person who had many struggles in her life but never forgot a birthday and always had a kind word for those in need.

She will be missed. Those who loved her trust in the words of our Lord, from the gospel of St. Mark: “He said to her, ‘Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.’”

A private service for Sam will be held at at the convenience of the family.