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Erik Larson Obituary

Erik Alexander Larson (A.K.A. SUPER SEXY), 45, passed away from a heart attack after a great day of skiing with his family members at A-Basin on Thursday, December 26. He is survived by his wife, Renee Larson, sons, Dylan, Jack, Connor and William, sister Katie, and his parents Camille and Dave Larson. Erik grew up in Boulder and graduated from Fairview High School and the University of Colorado. Erik was a fervent baseball coach for his active boys. He was a kind, gentle, fun-loving person who would often rip off his shirt in exuberance. Erik was always willing to put others before himself, and never had a bad word to say about anyone or anything. He enjoyed his work as a systems analyst at Oracle. Erik was the epitome of a good husband, father, son, brother and friend. His winning smile will be missed by all who knew him. Service details are pending and may be found at darrellhowemortuary.com

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Published by The Daily Camera on Dec. 29, 2013.

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Denise Lindfield McCarthy

January 1, 2023

Renee and family, I was thinking of Erik today - his exuberance for life, his always smiling face, his gentleness and kindness. He is missed.

Debra Winters

December 24, 2014

Dear Larson family,
I'm thinking of you this holiday season. I worked with Erik at Sun Microsystems and am devastated that the world lost such a great guy. We're all better having known him! God bless, Debra

Dennis Geoffroy

December 24, 2014

Wanted to once again offer my condolences to all of you as you come up on the anniversary of Erik's loss. I am sure this is a very difficult time and my heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Julie Boyd

January 8, 2014

Dear Larson family,
I am so saddened to hear that Erik passed away. I am grateful to have met some of the family that day at Arapahoe Basin and honored that they allowed me to come speak with them. I pray that the family can find peace in remembering all of the good. God Bless.

Dani Stites

January 6, 2014

I am sorry to hear of your devastating loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Tom and Honor Greenwald

January 5, 2014

Dear Camille, Dave, Renee, and family,
We were sorry to hear the heartbreaking news of Erik's sudden passing. We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep Erik and all the family in our prayers at this difficult time. May God fill you with His peace and consolation!

January 5, 2014

Dear Camille, So sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You and your family are in my prayers.
Love Carol & Dick Kaphingst

Eric Marquardt

January 5, 2014

Erik & I were childhood friends but we lost touch in college. I have often thought of him over the years and wondered what great adventure he was on. I regret that I won't be able to hear all his stories. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Rob and Jenny Lally

January 5, 2014

Camille- so sorry to hear about your son.i read the entries in the guest book and it sounds like he was a terrific guy with a great personality! You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers!

January 4, 2014

Dear Camille and Family,
We were so saddened to hear of your sons' passing. We will keep you in our prayers. Cherish the memories...
Tom and Judy Oberweiser

Heidi Wood

January 3, 2014

Dear Larson Family,

My deepest sympathy to your family. Your Erik was one of the best! I'm sure others will tell you this, but he talked about his family all the time at work and you just knew how much he loved and adored his family. I feel very lucky to have known him. Someday we will meet again. All my love and strength to you during this difficult time.

Lynne Goldmann

January 3, 2014

Dear Larson Family,

So sorry for your loss. I did not know Erik, but know your wonderfully kind and caring boys from working in their classes at Lafayette Elementary. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Abhijeet Khadilkar

January 2, 2014

Like all of us, I'm very sad to hear this. It was great to work alongside him at Sun back in the day. He will be missed. May God bless you and give you the strength to tide over this.

Dirk Mattys

January 2, 2014

Dear Larson Family,
This news came as a shock during the Christmas days. I haven't worked very closely with Erik, but when I was in a conference with him, I appreciated he was always on top of things with a positive approach.
Much love and courage to all of you.

Jack and Sandi McInteer

January 1, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss and we are thinking of you.

Cathy Huey

December 31, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in knowing that there are so many people, even ones who do not know your family, thinking about all of you and praying for each of you. I did not have the privilege of meeting Erik, but by knowing his boys I know he was a good man.

December 31, 2013

Dear Camille, Dave,
Dear Renée and dear boys

it is hard to express our sympathy for all of you in this terrible time of your life. The loss of a be loved person is the worst thing that could ever happen. All our thoughts and good wishes are with all of you. We will never forget Erik and his charming character.

All our love to your family,

Daniela and family, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Marilyn Struppa

December 30, 2013

Dear Larson family,
Not knowing Erik personally but seeing him on occasion in the halls at work, we always exchanged hellos and smiles. His beautiful blue eyes were filled with soul and his smile was contagious. We will miss him so much. God bless you in this agonizing time of unfathomable loss.

Debra Winters

December 30, 2013

Erik I will never forget your witty, intelligent sense of humor; you were such a pleasure to work with. I hope you're already embraced by God; I guess I know you are even if too young. The thing now is I hope God is helping your family deal with your passing to the light.

December 30, 2013

Renee and Family, We are so saddened to hear of Erik's passing. He was a wonderful guy and such a positive and encouraging coach to Abby and Beef when they started baseball. Know that this is one more example of Erik touching the lives of others. John and Kathleen Hein

Ray and Lesli Pora

December 30, 2013

Dear Larson family,

Words cannot begin to express our heartfelt condolences for your tremendous loss. We will so miss seeing Erik when we come to visit. He was always so welcoming and so much fun. I will miss our late night chats about politics and Ray will miss the shenanigans that occurred when Pat, Erik and Ray got together. He clearly adored all of you and was so full of life. We will miss the smile he always greeted us with. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with all you. All our love,

Denise (Lindfield) McCarthy

December 30, 2013

Renee, so shocked and saddened to hear of Eric's passing. I will remember him fondly from our days at System One and NYCE and was privileged to work closely with such a terrific guy. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Paddy Hamill

December 30, 2013

Dave and Camille my heart goes out to you! I am heart sick. I will put your family in the book of intentions at my church.

Joanie Trujillo

December 30, 2013

Dear Larson Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your devastating loss. I had the privilege of working with Erik at Oracle and loved seeing his eyes light up when he spoke about his family. It was clear that he treasured you all so very much. Erik always had a smile and kind word for everyone and he will be greatly missed.

Svetlana Grove

December 30, 2013

Dear Larson family,
I worked with Erik at Oracle, although never met him face-to-face. He was wonderful to work with. We colleagues and I will miss Erick a lot. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Michael Bergeron

December 30, 2013

He was a pleasure to work with and always ready for a laugh. My deepest condolences.

Doug Haskins

December 30, 2013

Larson Family,
Although I can't begin to imagine the adjustment your family is going through, I share your sorrow. We're all blessed to have shared Erik's company; passionate, insightful and family centric. A true friend that we already miss dearly.

Shelbia Luevano (Birgel)

December 30, 2013

Sincere condolences to the Larson family. When I think of Erik, I remember him in the copy room or break area. He was always going, but always took time to say hello. He will be missed greatly.

Tom Pangborn

December 30, 2013

To Erik's Family - I'm very sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to have worked with Erik on a number of different projects over the last few years. I'll miss the passion and big smile that he brought to work every day. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Michael Bergeron

December 30, 2013

My deepest condolences. He was a pleasure to know and work with.

Lida Letowt Johnson

December 30, 2013

Dear Larson Family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you all. I worked with Erik in the Broomfield office. I know he will be missed

Dennis Geoffroy

December 30, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad and shocking time. I had the opportunity of working with and getting to know Erik at Oracle and he was a pleasure to work with. He touched so many lives and he will be deeply missed.

Steve Melville

December 30, 2013

I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Erik's sudden passing. His bright energy enlivened everyone around him.

Hiring Erik to join Sun afforded me the blessing of being able to collaborate closely with him and come to know his thoughtful and gentle, but driven, nature. Our professional paths diverged for a few years, but had recently re-crossed. We were looking forward to collaborating once again this January. I can't imagine not being graced by his smiling presence.

My heart goes out to you and your entire family. He embraced life to the fullest, both professionally and personally. I know he treasured his family. You have been in my thoughts and prayers ever since I heard this news.

Maria Reymann

December 30, 2013

Erik was a great colleague and friend at Sun and Oracle. He was always smiling, and full of energy. He always made sure he knew his topic, and if he didn't he wasn't afraid to ask. I will miss him. I can't imagine the loss you feel, but I will keep your entire family in my prayers.

Michael Ventimiglia

December 30, 2013

I spent a few years traveling and really getting to know Erik through work. His passions will be deeply missed! God bless you and your family for your loss.

Lisa M Grant

December 30, 2013

Larson Family-- I am so sorry to hear of this news. I worked with Erik at Sun and with Oracle. I even just mailed you our family xmas card. I am devastated to hear this. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. He will forever be in our hearts.

Susan Hull

December 30, 2013

Dearest Larson Family - I was a co-worker of Erik's and worked with him off and on over the years. I knew him to be kind, caring, helpful and incredibly intelligent. Regardless of how challenging a project may have been, I never heard him utter a negative word. Sending my condolences for this difficult time.

Kadija Aflah-Perre

December 30, 2013

This a so sad news: I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Erik in Oracle: A great guy, always here to help and support! We will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Steve Kent

December 30, 2013

I'm really sadden to hear about Erik's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I worked with Erik at Oracle. He was great to work with and I will miss him.

Tiffiny Malafronte

December 30, 2013

I am at such a loss, Renee my thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys forever. He will be missed by all that crossed his path. He was such an amazing person with a heart of gold! Love you all!!!!!!!

Lee Hill

December 30, 2013

Dear Larson family,
I worked with Erik at Oracle. In fact, I sit right outside his office. He was always smiling and a warm person. I am so sorry for your loss. May all your happy memories comfort you during this difficult time.

Lynn Williams

December 30, 2013

Renee and boys (and my sweet William)
So sorry to hear of your devastating loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lynn Williams

Thomas Beatty

December 30, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I worked with Erik at Oracle. He was very open and friendly. It was a pleasure to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ana Yelen

December 30, 2013

I am so very sorry. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Josh Freeman

December 30, 2013

Larson family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Erik was my manager and friend at Oracle for several years. We spoke often about our families and the enjoyment we both got out of time spent with them. I know he treasured you. I am so sorry for your loss - Erik was a great guy.

Tracey Taylor

December 30, 2013

My most heart felt condolences to the Larson family. I worked with Erik at Oracle and was shocked to hear this sad news. He was a wonderful guy and I am grateful to have had the chance to work with him.

Tina McGuire

December 29, 2013

My Dearest Renee & family- I am at a loss for words as I can only imagine how you are feeling at this time, I know Erik's love for you will surround you always, he was a good man & loved his family with his heart & soul -please know we are all here for you, may you be blessed with his strength & love always! All my love to you!

Tyler Porter

December 29, 2013

Wishing you Peace. I knew Erik in College and had many wonderful memories. He will be missed.

Duane & Helen Caraballo

December 29, 2013

I am at a loss for words. Erik was always kind, gentle and funny. Love for baseball and kids was our common ground. My sincerest condolences.

Martha Parks

December 29, 2013

Dear Larson Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your devastating loss. There are no words that can ease your pain, but know there are many who love you and share your sorrow. You all are near and dear to my heart, and will always be. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Katherine Kross

December 29, 2013

Larson Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. This was devastating news to me! My thoughts are with each of you! You all have always been a special family to me, and one I hold dear in my teaching career!! Please know I am here for anything you might need. My love to each of you! Katherine Kross

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