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Erik Zelman Obituary

Zelman, Erik July 24, 2012, age 25 years, of Milwaukee. Beloved son of Nancy and the late Aaron Zelman. Dear grandson of Lenore and the late Irving Soderlund. Loving brother of Jeremy Zelman. Further survived by many other cherished relatives and friends. Funeral Services 1:00 PM Thursday, July 26, 2012, at Beth El Ner Tamid Synagogue, 2909 W. Mequon Rd., Mequon. Interment Second Home Cemetery, 3705 S. 43 St., Milwaukee. Memorial gifts to Hillel Milwaukee, 3053 N. Stowell Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53211 are appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jul. 25, 2012.

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August 16, 2012

Iremember so well when your first son arrived and send my deepest condolences on his passing. Ruth Schlecht

Bill/Nancy Preston

July 31, 2012

Nancy and I we're so saddened to hear of your loss. Know that we will keep you and Jeremy in our thoughts and prayers.

Josh Pittleman

July 26, 2012

Eric was such a nice guy. I'm so sad to hear that he's gone. We we're in Hillel Academy when we were younger. And then we got to reconnect at UWM a few summers ago. I'm glad that we did. I'm a better person because of it. We'll miss you, Eric.

Mary Gebhart

July 26, 2012

The families of so many UWM students are grieving with you in our hearts today. Our Ben was a classmate of Erik's in many Architecture classes and he is mourning, as we are, this terrible loss of a beautiful young man who was a wonderful friend to many. I will be praying today that you be surrounded always by loving friends and family who can bring some measure of comfort and peace in this time of pain and loss.

Janice Matulis

July 26, 2012

It was a joy to have Erik in class at Hillel Academy. He was a great student with a delightful sense of humor. My heart and prayer are with the family on their tragic losses in just two years.

Adam Bastjan

July 25, 2012

I had the pleasure of teaching Erik twice at UWM, most recently this past semester. He was a very talented designer, and more importantly a great guy. He will truly be remembered by many.

Stephanie Rosenberg

July 25, 2012

Erik was one of the most amazing people in the world. He was so optimistic and so dependable. If you needed help moving, he was the first volunteer. If someone was short a couple bucks, he was that person to lend it. Just the little things made Erik one of the most spectacular people to grace our presence. Those who had the opportunity to know him were more than blessed. He will be so very much missed.

Sheri Goldberg

July 25, 2012

Erik, I only just met you yesturday and yet it seems as if I have know you for a long while. You are a very special person and I feel blessed to have met you. You have made a difference in the world, thank you Erik for coming into my life and making it a happier place. May your family feel the love and joy that you brought to so many people and puppies.
Love Sheri Goldberg

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