This about me was written by Kayla Nordquist, Sam’s sister.
This page is to honor and remember Sam.
Email me art you’d like to see here that you have made in honor of Sam poeaxtry@gmail.com
or send it to the Submit form here. Just include in the message it’s Sam Memorial Art & not for collaborations.
Remembering a Life of Compassion and Joy:
Family Bonds and Simple Joys:
Sam loved his nieces and nephew. They were really close. He loved hanging out with them going to the zoos and parks. Sam enjoyed hanging out in his room. Making TikTok videos, lip singing. Sometimes he would play his PlayStation or binge watch. His favorite TV shows included Gray’s anatomy, prison break, S.V.U. law & order, Glee, or anything that was crime related.
A Heart for Helping Others:
Sam worked for a group home so he was very caring and loving. Always willing to help people.
Ways to Honor Sam’s Memory:
- Share memories if you knew Sam
- Create art in his honor (email submissions welcome)
- Support the family through donations
- Raise awareness about his case and the pursuit of justice
- Perform acts of kindness in Sam’s name, reflecting his caring nature
Sam’s Life and Passions:
Sam loved to go on road trips and going on adventures. The last trip we went out as a family was to St. Louis, Missouri.
He also loved animals. His favorites were cats and dogs. Sam has two cats at home, pumpkin, and storm.
Seeking Justice and Honoring Memory:
Sam’s life was tragically ended in early 2025 . After he endured a month’s long torture at the hands of 7 monsters in New York. This page is for honoring and remembering Sam, while seeking justice for his family.
How You Can Help Sam’s Family:
Kayla is accepting donations to help them through this hard time.
The GoFundMe they set up is found below, thank you!
Share this memorial page with others who knew Sam or who want to support his family during this difficult time.
Together, we can ensure his memory lives on and justice is served.
Last updated: November 4, 2025
I Am the Echo –
Poem Dedicated to trans men & non-binary individuals gone too soon
Freedom–
What does Freedom mean to you? Transgender man edition
“I love you, I’ll call you tomorrow”
Anja Müller created “I love you, I’ll call you tomorrow” in memory of Sam Nordquist. The suitcase is filled with personal and symbolic objects that represent who Sam was: warm, funny, caring, and full of life. It honors him not only for what happened to him, but for everything he brought into the world. The piece creates a quiet space where his spirit and memory can continue to live.
With Warm greetings from Switzerland.
