March 29, 2024

Sammis Field and, Waterman Diamond Memorial

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Dear Friends and Neighbors
A couple of Sunday’s ago the Rehoboth Pop Warner Football and Little League designated their complex: “Sammis Field and, Waterman Diamond.” The memorial on site commemorates the life and military service of Capt Benjamin W. Sammis and, Lt Craig Waterman, both Marines, both pilots, both born and raised here in Rehoboth.
It is fair to say, the events of the past eight years, and the resulting ebb and flow of emotions felt for American‘s serving in harm’s way, has had a deep affect on how we value this gift of life we embrace each day. A while back, a marine officer shared a phrase with me, which I would like to share with you; “Blossoms Where Planted.” Three simple words he would reflect on when organizing his daily regimen. I believe there is a significance they can hold for all of us as well. It lies within how we have touched, and have been touched, in so many ways by thoughts and generosity.
Blossoms Where Planted; these “fields of dreams” are the result of contributions and efforts of many volunteers who gave countless hours of their time and resources to see this project through.
Blossoms Where Planted; Jeff Potter’s leadership and tenacity took a phrase from the annuls of Marine Corp lore – “failure is not an option” – to make a dream, a reality.
Blossoms Where Planted; We are honored that you (all) chose to pay tribute to Ben in this thoughtful and special way.
On behalf of our family and, with profound gratitude, we remain,
Very Truly Yours
Steve & Beth Sammis
Two Proud Parents of a U. S. Marine

photos by Norm Spring

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