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Erik Olsen Obituary
Born October 14, 1974 in Miami, Florida, Erik graduated from Conway High School in 1994 and played football for them all four years. He was chosen to play in the North/South game his senior year.
He was a 2nd Degree Black Belt and owned two karate schools.
He was enrolled in Trident Technical College working on his degree to be a physical therapist's assistant. While in school he worked part-time for a youth center in Manning, S.C.
He is and will always be a beloved son, brother, and friend.
He is survived by his mother and father, Joan and Paul Olsen of Conway; his sister, Kristen Olsen; his paternal grandmother, Irene Olsen; his maternal grandfather, Anthony Petruccelli; his uncle, William Petruccelli and wife, Catherine, and their three boys, Tony, Richard, and Perry. He is also survived by his uncle, Rocco Petruccelli, and his wife, Kathy, and their daughter, Kimberley.
He would have been 33 on Sunday, October 14, 2007.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 16, 2007, at St. James Catholic Church in Conway.
An on line guest book is available at www.msfh.net and at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.
Memorials may be made to Power For Life, LLC, Solid Rock Youth Cafe, 1098 Country Club Circle, Manning, SC 29102.
McMillan-Small Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach is serving the family.
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Miss You My Friend!!
Brooke Rawlins
October 2, 2011
Erik, you are thought of and missed every day. Your absence has left a void for so many people but the memories of your laughter and smile will always remain. You are forever in my heart, my dear friend.
Rex Gardner
February 12, 2011
I miss you Erik, my friend. I hope you and my mom have found peace together. You will never be far from my mind and heart; Much love to you, brother, always!
Lee Jones
November 2, 2007
Dear Olsen Family,
I am deeply sadden to hear about the lost of your son. Know that my prayers are with you. I pray that you will find comfort in the memories that you shared as a family.
Jennifer Hardee
November 2, 2007
Paul,
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sociology Class
October 30, 2007
We're sorry to hear of your loss and send our condolences. Erik was loved in our Sociology class.
Richard Dabbs, Instructor
Cassandra Foisey
Gamble Martin
Meghan Hipp
Kristina Poston
Ashley Davis
Melissa Parker
Kristi Steinbrecher Baucom
October 30, 2007
Olsen Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I have very fond memories of your family and times spent at Coastal Carolina University. My heart and prayers go out to you.
Linda Leigh
October 30, 2007
Kristin,
My prayers are with you and your family.
Stephanie Biegner Arnold
October 27, 2007
Dear Paul, Joan and Kristen,
I am so shocked and saddened to hear the news of Erik's passing. I know that you are emmensely proud of him and all he has accomplished. It seems that he had a knack for bringing happiness and joy to all who knew him. So many people have such wonderful memories of him and will miss him greatly. I cant begin to appreciate to depth of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Much love and respect,
Steven Madden
October 26, 2007
The faculty and students of the Communication Department join me in extending our sympathy to you in the loss of your son. We hope your memories of him will be some comfort to you.
Dr. Steven Madden, Chair
Dept. of Communication
Coastal Carolina University
Gail Glasgow
October 24, 2007
I'm Gail, a good friend of Kristen's. I only met Erik once, at Kristen's MBA grad party in Washington. I remember him as someone with a good sense of humor and he reminded me of foo man choo with his goatee.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this extremely difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
Billie Ann Booth
October 23, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Olsen....my dughter, Julianne, was in high school with Erik, and when he worked at CNB, he would always ask about her when I went in to make a deposit. He was so personable and friendly, with a lovely smile. I cannot even begin to imagine your pain and suffering at this time, but please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Cookie & Frank Muscarella
October 22, 2007
To the Olsen Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We were saddened by the news of Erik's death. We met Erik at Starbucks in Summerville. It started with a "Hi, how are you?" and led to many laughs and inpromptu conversations. Erik kept us posted on his progress in school and his goal of becoming a physical therapy assistant. He was a bright spot in our day. We rallied for him constantly because we knew his heart was so big and that his human spirit touched people in "just the right way." Erik was without arrogance or pretense. If he had a break and we were at Starbucks, he'd sit and chat with us. He truly had the ability to transcend age barriers; he related to our 19 y.o. son as well as he related to us. A common bond between Frank and Erik was the "Sopranos"; after each episode they would discuss what might happen next (they also related to the Italians in the show). Erik made the best cappacinos and lattes; in fact, after he left Starbucks, I stopped ordering them because no one got it right - only Erik.
I know that your memories of the good that Erik did and those he touched in his short life will remain with you through the grieving process. I also know that Erik is somewhere doing something special -
God's peace
Cookie & Frank Muscarella
PS Just wanted all of you to know that Erik spoke with pride and love about all of you. He talked about the love and support you gave him; he told us about your trip to Italy; he told us about your help with his English papers.
Linda Hodges
October 20, 2007
I have been praying for you! You have to remember that God has a plan.Love..
Rich Cimino
October 18, 2007
Paul, Joanie, & Krissy: All of you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I'll always remember the summers at the beach, waiting for the weeks that Erik and cousin Tony would be in town for a visit with nana and poppa. From the wiffle ball games to the block parties I'll cherish the memories. Erik will be missed but remains in our hearts.
Jo Ann Ward
October 18, 2007
Mr.and Mrs. Olsen,
I had the opportunity of working with Erik at CNB at the Coastal Centre Branch. Erik was a very kind and fun person to be around. Your family is in our prayers and thoughts.
Sandy Durrell
October 18, 2007
Dear Joan and Paul, I am so sorry to hear of Erik's passing. I offer you my deepest sympathy and love. Sandy Bowden Durrell
Billie Mueller
October 17, 2007
Kristen,I did not know your family but I knew you and to hear you talk I knew how close you all are so I know this leaves a vacant spot in all of your hearts but it will fill with time with all your fondest memories
Lugene Hammond
October 17, 2007
Dear Paul:
This note comes to you from the Popcorn Lady, long ago touched by your scholarly influence of my daughter Diana '00.
Speaking from my own personal experience, words cannot describe the grief a parent must endure after the loss of a child of any age. I pray that God will surround you with the love and support you need at a time like this. If any of you would like to talk, please don't hesitate to write. You have touched the lives of many--may those blessed now reach out to touch all of you.
Jacqueline Towle
October 17, 2007
Your family is in our hearts and we are all praying and thinking of you. Sincerely,
Mary Baker
Lillian McCloud
Jacqueline Towle
Jason and Tanya Deichelbor
October 17, 2007
Dear Olsen Family,
I have known Erik for the past 15 years and will miss him for the next 50. I met him while working at the MB Grand Prix and played football against him in high school. I just moved to Tampa Fl and Erik would stay with us in Charelston SC when he worked at Red's. I will never forget the times I had with him and know that God will carry your family through these extremely hard times. God bless
Van and Elaine Horton
October 16, 2007
Dear Joan and Paul,
We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your son Erik. Our hearts go out to you and words are not enough to express our sympathy to you and your family. We will be keeping you in our prayers.
Michael Gardner
October 16, 2007
We are very sad to receive such unexpected news. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Erik was very supportive of my family during our time of need, so let us know if there is anything we can do to help.
Jessica Green
October 16, 2007
Dear Olsen Family,
I worked with Erik at the Youth Cafe quite a bit. He had a great personality and was truly a blessing to all of us at the Cafe. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Jessica Green
Megan Johnson
October 16, 2007
Erik will be missed. He was such a gentle giant with the heart of gold and a smile to light up the room. I will never forget his contagious laugh and his unforgetable presence. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and all who knew him... I love you Erik!
Keith Wassung
October 16, 2007
Erik always brightened the room. He was a big man with an even bigger heart. I enjoyed the time I spent with him and will miss him greatly. My prayers are with his family and and friends.
Betsy Bullard
October 16, 2007
Joan, Paul & Kris,
I cannot tell you how saddened I was to learn of Erik's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the future. There is a true bond between parent and child that will always be a part of your memories.
Sympathetically,
Betsy & family
Wm. REX Gardner
October 16, 2007
Paul, Joan, and Kristen,
I'm writing this as Erik's service is taking place, for it breaks my heart not being there, he provided so much help to me, both physically and emotionally, at my own mother's funeral just a few weeks ago. Erik touched everybody he ever met, my family loved him, my friends loved him, I love him. I will never forget your son or the friendship we shared. My heart is with you all.
Barbara Díaz
October 16, 2007
Erik was a student of mine at Conway High. He was a wonderful young man and I have very good memories of him there and at CNB. I am so sorry about your loss.
Barbara Diaz
Rich Reid
October 16, 2007
Dear Paul,Joan,Kris,
Today we remember and mourn our brother Erik. He will never be forgotten and will always be missed. He was one of the good people. God bless him and keep him.
Bruxanne Hein
October 16, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Wade Beard
October 16, 2007
Professor Olsen and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you all during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Wade A Beard
Michael Murray
October 16, 2007
Paul, Joan, and Kristen: please accept my deepest condolences. Having grown up with Erik from a very young age, the news of his passing came as an enormous shock. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Good Times with our favorite bouncer and best friend :o)
Audrey Karriker
October 15, 2007
He was the best Mongo, Big Daddy, Muffin. He always made us smile and feel so beautiful and was always the first one to protect us when we had an issue. I love him.
Linda Lee
October 15, 2007
To the Olsen family: sometimes there are no words, only tugs at the heart strings....will always remember the dazzling smile, the polite manners, (and a mop of shiny curls!)...our hearts and prayers go out to all of you..may God give you strength...Erik was a pleasure to know.
Elton and Linda Lee
Russell, Sheila
Allene Chamblin
October 15, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dorwin Moore, MD
October 15, 2007
Dear Olsen Family,
Your son truly touched my life and the youth at the Solid Rock Youth Cafe. He was like a gentle giant, a mentor to the youth, a friend and like a son to me. He was respectful and loving and had a willingness to help no matter what it took. You raised him well and he was a blessing to many. He will be missed.
Erik at the Solid Rock Youth Cafe, Manning SC
Pamela Moore
October 15, 2007
Dear Family, You will never know how much Erik meant to us at the Solid Rock Youth Cafe. All of the teens loved and respected him. He was great to work with and a joy to be around always! There will always be wonderful memories of Erik at our cafe. Thanks for sharing him with us. My prayers are with you.
Tom, Kim, Lee and Nikie Watson
October 15, 2007
Joan, Kris and Paul,
Your family only shared five yars with us in Columbia Missouri, but it was enough for us to learn what a beautiful family you are. You are a close family, you are a strong family. Erik will be missed tremendously, but, have faith and realize the love of so many friends who have you in their thoughts. Our hearts share your pain. We pray you find comfort and learn to smile again, soon.
Lorrie Norris Armstrong
October 15, 2007
I was a classmate and friend of Erik in high school. He was liked by many that knew him. I am very shocked and saddened by this news. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during these times.
Preston McKever-Floyd
October 15, 2007
Joan, Paul and Family, You must know that your CCU family is deeply touched by your loss. Please know that our prayers are with you during this time.
Jo Nell Koch
October 15, 2007
Kristen and Family: I had the pleasure of working with Bob at Fantasy Harbour and we have remained friends. Please know that my husband and I are thinking about your family and will keep you in our prayers. Jo Nell & Tim Koch
Brooke Rawlins
October 15, 2007
Paul, Joan, and Kristin,
Word cannot even begin to describe how heartbroken I am to hear about Erik. He was truly one of my best friends and I will always hold the wonderful memories of him close to my heart. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelli & Phillip Chapman
October 15, 2007
Olsen Family
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Erik was a very good friend of ours and could always brighten up my day with a big hug. He will be truly missed by all of his friends here in Charleston. With all our love Kelli and Phillip Chapman
Dawn Small
October 15, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Olsen,
I had the pleasure of working with and getting to know Erik while working at CNB. He had a great sense of humor. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Christy Arnette
October 15, 2007
Dear Joan, Paul, and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care - Much Love,
Christy Lee Arnette
Myrtle Beach Primary
Bill & Diane Pauls
October 15, 2007
Paul & Joan, our deepest sympathies and our prayers are for you and your family for your loss. Your neighbors on Presbyterian.
Carrie Shearin (Cerny)
October 15, 2007
We are thinking of you and your family and will keep you in our prayers. Both my husband and I remember Erik fondly from school.
Jason & Carrie Shearin
Anna Rogers
October 15, 2007
Precious Family,
May God grant you peace in knowing Eric is with him.
Lisa Rabon Darrah
October 15, 2007
I am deeply sadned to hear of your loss. Erik and I went to high school together. We actually sposored each other for homecoming my senior year. We had such fun that year. I will always cherish what a wonderful person he always was. May God hold you close during this difficult time. Please know that Erik will be missed.
Wendi Vaught Lee
October 15, 2007
I just heard the news today of Erik's passing and I am so sad. I had the pleasure of both going to school with Erik and briefly taking karate from him and he was a great guy with an amazing smile. He will surely be missed. May God bless you at this time.
Angela Dunn Allen
October 15, 2007
Mr and Mrs Olsen,
I am truly saddened by Erik's passing. I went to school with Erik and worked with him at CNB. I have fond memories of he and Drew. Erik always made me laugh. I pray that God will give you the strength to get through this. God bless you!!
Cecelia Tackett
October 15, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Bill Stanton
October 15, 2007
Paul and Joan..
We are so sorry for your loss..Please know that we are here for you and your family...Life is so fragile and only God has the real "master plan" for all of us.. We pray that Erik now sits in Gods loving hands-
Love, Bill, Jamie, Mark and Suzanne Stanton.
Betty Reid
October 15, 2007
Paul, Joan & Kristen,
Words are so inadequate to express how deeply saddened I continue to be about Erik's life ending so very prematurely. We just don't expect to bury our children. I will cherish the memories that I have of Erik as a young man visiting in our home as our boys were growing up. Erik was always so very well-mannered and friendly. It was a pleasure to have him around. I will continue to keep you in my prayers during this difficult time and the days that lie ahead.
robert garrett
October 15, 2007
Paul, Joan, and Kristin,
Our prayers are with you during these days. One never knows when they will be called home to heaven.
Robert, Jill, Alexis & Jeremy
John Chanaca
October 14, 2007
Dear Olsen Family,
The Chanaca Family sends their love and prayers to you at this time. We will remember fondly all the time we spent with Eric at Live Oak Martial Arts Academy. May the Lord be with you and keep you during this time of sorrow. Psalms 23
Dr. John Chanaca and Family
MaryLee Frisbie
October 14, 2007
Dear Paul, Joan and Irene - Please know our that our sympathy and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Also know that the Saint Ann Parish family is praying for you. Ann and MaryLee Frisbie
Bj Stevens
October 14, 2007
Kristen and family,
It broke my heart to hear about your brother. And words are of little comfort, only time can heal the sadness you and your family are feeling. You are in our prayers. As time passes the heart will heal again, you have memories and pictures, and no one can take those away from you.
Bj
Steve and Judy Murray
October 14, 2007
Paul, Joan and Krissy: Having been with you in Erik's earliest days, we find it hard to adequately express our sadness for the loss of your son. We can only hope you know our thoughts and love are with you.
Barbara Buxton
October 14, 2007
Paul, Joan, and Irene,
Our deepest sympathy for all of you at this most difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara and Leslie Buxton, Joe and Louise Williamson and family
Chuck & Diane DeVaughn Stokes
October 14, 2007
God bless all of you.
May you be surrounded by the love of friends and family. Count us in.
Chuck & Diane DEVAUGHN STOKES
October 14, 2007
KNOW THAT YOU ALL ARE IN OUR HEART AND PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU, AND MAY YOU BE SURROUNDED BY THE LOVE OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
heather simmons-jackson
October 14, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Erik was a great, guy. I haven't seen him since high school. May GOD carry you through this time of darkness
June Farrar
October 14, 2007
Dear Olsen family,
Our condolences and prayers are with you and understand the grief you are going through.
Blessings to all of you.
Jim and June Farrar
eileen hagerty keus
October 14, 2007
Dear Joan and Paul, What a sad way to get in touch after all these years.I have been talking so much the last month about the beach and Mrs. Voccola and Mrs. P cooking eels and fried dough when we were kids. I have so many wonderful memories of those days So I was hit hard when I just read of Paul, Jr.'s death. I wish you all strength and understanding. Know you are already in my thought and prayers as well as Mrs.Olsom and Mr. Petrucelli. May you all find a peace soon.
Eileen Hagerty Keus
Koudekerk a/d Rijn
The Netherlands
Maura Kenny
October 14, 2007
Dear Joan, Paul and Kristen,
Paul and I send our heart felt sympathy to you and your family at the loss of Eric. We can only imagine your heartbreak but want you to know that you are truly in our hearts, minds and prayers today.
With deepest sympathy and affection,
Maura and Paul Kenny
Nancy Burton
October 14, 2007
Dearest Paul, Joan and Kristen,
Words can not express the heartfelt emotions I feel for you right now. I pray that God will send his angels to surround you with much love and compassion to get you through this most difficult time. Please know that you have many friends that care about you so much and want to be there for you...you are not alone in this although it may seem like at times. What a wonderful son (and brother) you were blessed with for 33 years...remember the good times and cherish them in your heart. May God give you strength.
Sincerely,
Nancy Burton
Gert Cimino
October 14, 2007
Dear Paul, Joan, & Kris,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We have fond memories of days spent at the beach. I remember Erik always saying, "is Richie coming down to play. My heart goes out to all of you. With deepest sympathy,
Gert, Rich, Lori, & Richie
Lou & Patti Brodersen
October 14, 2007
Paul:
We are so sorry for your loss. Please also pass our condolences to your Mom.
Linda Dehmer
October 13, 2007
Dear Joan and Paul...
I don't have words...just deep heartfelt thoughts for you all..Warmest love...Linda
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