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for Erika Riebel-Trauring
Kathleen Sutherland
July 23, 2021
I will never forget Erica. She walked me through some of the hardest years of my life. Erica went above and beyond what I could have ever expected. My words just can't express how much I admire her, look up to her, she is a role model for all women. Erica became more than just a lawyer to me she became a friend opened up her home for me to visit and to join in with one of her children's birthday parties. She introduced me to her family and her friends, I was thinking who does this? Erica Riebel did this. I love you.
Karen Goldman
July 23, 2019
Remembering You Today and Every day, My BFF!❤❤❤
August 23, 2011
Thanks for everything you did to help my family you were definately a god sent angel you will be missed our prayers are with your family
Christin Hermann Wyckoff
February 12, 2011
I just received my Hotelie magazine in the mail and was stunned to learn of the passing of my Cornell classmate. I remember Erica as particularly proud of her home town,so I was very happy to hear that she eventually settled back in the Ballston Spa area and became such a great contributor to her community. I wish I had let Erica know how thrilled I was to see her campaign signs throughout Clifton Park, during a chance exit I took off I-87 a few years back. I also hope Jeff Cheng kept in touch with Erica, as they were such good friends. My sincere condolences for your loss.
Karen Goldman
August 23, 2010
Dear Jim, Mom & Dad Riebel and Family,
I have chosen to keep Erika's tribute guest book online for the next year.
I am hoping that as we all continue to view such kind words, helping us to heal, we will continue to celebrate Erika's life with much love, laughter and fond memories.
Love,
Karen
Joel Kasow
August 10, 2010
Jim and family, again I am stunned and saddened by this news. It was great to have met and spent time with Erika at your wedding as well as seeing you both and the kids in DC some years back. It was a pleasure to have met her
I wish you and your family strength thorugh this and am sure you will have many lasting memories. My thoughts are with you as you go through this extremely dificult time.
Marcy Aldrich
August 9, 2010
My condolences. I am Cornell classmate and have tried to keep in touch with Erika over the years. I was so sad to hear of Erika's sudden passing. My best wishes to her friends and family.
David Greer
August 6, 2010
I am very saddened to hear of Erika's passing. I was a client of Erika's during a very difficult time of my life. I am very grateful for the support that Erika provided for me and my family. My thoughts and prayers go out to Erika's family and friends.
Sheila Ferrucci
August 6, 2010
Thinking of Erika today on her 47th birthday, with prayers for her and her family.
Deborah Washington
August 4, 2010
Too soon to say goodbye. So many people will miss Erica. She was a beautiful woman and had so much to do yet. My sincere condolences to all of the family and friends that knew and loved her.
Karen Goldman
August 2, 2010
klgoldman wrote on Jul 28, 2010 10:51 PM:
" My dear dear "sister,"
Thank you for sharing a childhood full of wonder, our college years laughing, crying, learning (a little), experiencing a lot
Finding our way together, always
through
thick 'n' thin......always.
Much Peace and Love My Dear.
You know that my heart and healing help will be forever with your children and your family whenever, where ever. All my love and support to you and your family....
BFF, K.
-K
Kathleen Sutherland
August 2, 2010
I was so very sad to hear of Erika's sudden passing. She was a wonderful,caring and hard working perfessional and friend. I will never forget Erika and what she stood for. Erika, may you rest in peace. ~Kathy Sutherland
Mary Lou Anatriello
July 31, 2010
Erika and I met for the first time in May in Mechanicville. I liked her immediately because she truly cared about others--especially children. As a former teacher, we talked at length about working with children and the trials and tribulations they have in this world. May she rest in peace, and may God give all of you the strength to bear this loss. Sincerely, Mary Lou Anatriello
Carol Vroman
July 31, 2010
I am so sorry to learn of Erica's death. I didn't know her well, but well enough to know that she was a great young lady. We used to bump into each other once in a while and chat. You all should be proud of all that she accomplished. May God comfort and hold you.I'm praying for you all and sending hugs.
Jim Doran
July 31, 2010
I am horribly saddened at hearing this news. Although I hadn't kept in regular touch with Erika for many years, I have always considered her one of the finest individuals I have even known. Her easy going charm and kind heart were unforgettable. I offer my deepest condolences to the Riebel and Trauring families. Erika, may God rest your wonderful soul.
July 30, 2010
What a shock to be visiting my family in upstate NY and to open the newspaper to learn that my beautiful classmate at the Cornell School of Hotel Administration has died so suddenly. I am so sorry for your sudden loss. The Cornell alumni community will truly miss Erika's contributions. It seems like yesterday when Erika and I were enjoying exotic asian cuisine with our friends Jeff Cheng and Rio Kondo in Ithaca, NY. With sincere condolences,
Annette Kissinger (CHS '84)
Boulder, CO
Ed Raber
July 30, 2010
I was very sorry to hear about Erika's sudden passing. I know how traumatic a sudden loss can be from a brain aneurysm.
My sincere sympathies to her children and husband, and to David, Joan, Scott and Greg and their families.
I wish you all strength and peace.
Tara McCarthy-McDonald
July 30, 2010
My deepest sympathies to Jim and children. Erika was a beautiful person inside and out. I ran into Erika and her family at the Olive Garden in Glens Falls. There she introduced her family including her mother and father. We spoke of how my children were adults and she said it wouldn't be long before her children would br grown and we both felt like we were getting old. She certainly was extremely proud of her entire family. Erika and I went to school together in 1981 and she was even then a very caring and compassionate person, always finding time to stop and talk to you. I am so sorry that she didn't fulfill her dream of becoming a family court judge,she would have made a huge diffence in peoples lives. God bless her and her family in the tough days ahead. Rest in peace Erika.
July 30, 2010
Our deepest sympathy go out to all family and friends of Erika. May our Lord comfort and fill you with his peace and love, We are so sorry for your loss. David and Sharyn Hine( clients of James)
Tara McCarthy-McDonald
July 30, 2010
My deepest sympathies to the Riebel and Trauring families on their loss of a wonderful and great person. I ran into Erika and her entire family at the Olive Garden in Glens Falls not to long ago. Erika and I went to school together and graduated in 1981. Even all these years later she still remembered me and greeted my family with her great smile. She was so proud to introduce her husband and children and her parents to me. She couldn"t believe I had grown children and said it would't belong before her children would would be that old and then she would feel old. It was great talking to her after all these years, but it didn't seem like it because she was, as then, a very nice person who made you feel welcome. I am sad for all the children she won't be able to help. Erika God has a special angel in heaven and i know will be looking down with that smile to comfort her own family and all those she touched in her law practice, miss shen and soccer. Rest in peace Erika and God bless your family.
Jim & Donna Hogan
July 30, 2010
Dave, Joan & family - We are so saddened by your loss; such an accomplished woman. Prayers are with you.
July 30, 2010
Erika will be truly missed. I was so happy to be back in touch with her through Cornell and the alumni magazine, and to hear of her personal and professional triumphs, to see her at reunion in 2005 with her beautiful family, and just to know the strength and courage she had, inspired me. Erika certainly made a difference in this world. My heart goes out to her family, I will keep you all in my prayers. Joyce Cornett (Atlanta, Ga)
Julie Ellsworth
July 30, 2010
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences and prayer are with the Riebel family and friends. I know heaven is a much more wonderful place having been graced with her arrival. Also, thank you Mr & Mrs Rieble for gracing us and sharing with us such a wonderful, kind and caring indiviual. The class of 1981 was definiatly blessed to have her. I went through all phases of school with Erika, but was one step luckier, we shared the same birthday, Aug 5th. We had many wonderful times filled with excitment and anticipation of that day, especially 13th and 16th. Even thought we did'nt see each othe every year after that I know we thought about each other on that day.I will dedicate this Aug 5th to the wonderful memories we shared, as well as prayer for her family. Thank you again Mr & Mrs. Rieble for bringing her to us all and for the angel we now have watching over us.
July 30, 2010
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you Max and the entire Riebel-Trauring Family at this most difficult time.
Your friends and neighbors, Nickolas, Paul and Laurie Kokkinides
Roberta Boone
July 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Riebel and Trauring Family. The children of Saratoga and their families have also had a great loss because of her passing. Erika made a difference in the lives of many children and families. We were all blessed because she touched our lives.
A Client of James
July 30, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
July 30, 2010
Dear Dave, Joan, Jim and Family,
What a sad day it is to lose such a wonderful person. My heart is heavy with grief for you. I wish I could be there tomorrow but I could not get a flight out of Washington that would get me there in time. Know you are in my heart and my prayers. Erica was a great person and will truly be missed. Stay strong and may the grace of God be with you. Nancy Tedeschi
July 29, 2010
I have known Erika for so long, have gone through so many phases of life with her starting from elementary school, it is so sad to lose a wonderful person who would do anything for anybody!
Edward Obertubbesing
July 29, 2010
Jim, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, your children and family.
Dora Myers
July 29, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of this terrible lost. Erika was one of my students, many years ago, and I still remember her because she made such a positive impression on everyone she met. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Celeste Barrett-Tolliver YWCA/NENY
July 29, 2010
My deepest sympathy, my prayers to the family and those whose lives that were touched by Erika. She definitely showered many with her joyous presence and positive attitude of agape' love. She will be missed but never forgotten, thank-you for sharing her with us. May God give you the Peace that surpasses all understanding.
Caitlin B
July 29, 2010
omgosh i just found this out not to long ago and im just soo shocked!! and so saddened by the news..she was such a wonderful woman, and heart is with taylor and max :(... it suckss so bad that bad things happen to such good people!! god bless and let the peace be with you in this horrible time
Robin Rolfe and Joe Carpenter
July 29, 2010
Dear Dave and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this hard time. Erika was a Very Special Women and will be deeply missed. God Bless you all,
Alicia Floud
July 29, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Bill and Kay Hubert
July 29, 2010
Erika was always a breath of sunshine and life, always an inspiration to all around her. The shock of her passing makes it all the more difficult to find the words to express the depth of our sorrow.
Her radiant voice bought so much inspiration to those at Shenendehowa Methodist and I consider a great privilige to have made a joyful noise with her.
Our deepest condolances to Joan and David , Jim and Max, Michelle, and Taylor. We celebrate her too short time amongst us.
Fran Otto
July 29, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Maggie B
July 29, 2010
My condolences to the Riebel family. When I worked for a divorce and family law attorney in Saratoga County, it was always a pleasure to have her as the children's law guardian. She was truly committed to her duties as a law guardian and as an attorney. She was well respected in the family law community. I never met her in person, but worked with her and her staff many times on many cases.
Tara Beaugy
July 29, 2010
Erika was a true angel... Through the years that I worked at the Trauring Law Firm she didn't treat you as just another employee but as a person, she had a heart larger than most and a smile to match.
God Bless you, and peace be with you.
To Jim, Max, Taylor and Michelle, my prayers and thoughts are with you.
July 29, 2010
To the family we would like to extend our heartfelt encouragement to stay strong and always remeber that Mrs. Reibel has been a blesing to everyone she met and touched throughtout her life. She will truly be missed but never forgotten. Stay in prayer God will bring you through. I met Mrs. Reibel before she had any children. From the Haynes, Davis , and Nuraldin family from Schenectady NY
July 29, 2010
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Riebel-Trauring Family at this very difficult time. Your friends and neighbors, Paul, Laurie, and Nickolas Kokkinides
Mary Parish
July 29, 2010
Your loss is beyond words and prayers may not be enough, but my deepest thoughts and sorrows are with you and your children.
Joseph Rimkunas
July 29, 2010
My deepest condolences to Jim, the children and the entire family. I wish you all peace and comfort. Her memory will live on in many people and always be in our hearts.
July 29, 2010
my thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Riebel and Trauring families. She was a truley lovely person. she will be sorely missed. Lora Girard Kislowski
Jack Carter and Betsy Ruslander
July 29, 2010
The Appellate Division Law Guardian Program is shocked and deeply saddened by the tremendous loss of such a wonderful person. Erika was a shining light, zealous advocate, willing teacher, and devoted friend to us all. Our deepest sympathy goes to all the family and we share in your grief.
Christian Farley
July 29, 2010
Rest in peace Erika. Prayers for you and your family.
Carrie Paton
July 29, 2010
So very sorry to hear of this sudden tragic loss. I had the pleasure of working with Erika in Family Court. My heart goes out to her family. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May you be comforted by your memories of what a wonderful daughter, mother and wife she was.
Sandy MacDonald
July 29, 2010
May the sympathy, understanding and caring of others comfort you through this difficult time.
Laurie MacCammon Schaible
July 29, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Erika will remain in hearts forever and a day. She was truly a remarkable person. Kind, caring, and a believer in doing the right thing, she will be sorely missed by many. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Ciulla
July 29, 2010
My kindest thoughts and prayers for peace at this difficult time go out to Erika's friends and family.
Nikki Ragone
July 29, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. The world has lost a great woman who who fought very hard for childrens right's. As she has fought for my children as well. She will be missed!
Kathleen Samaniuk-Hayes
July 29, 2010
To all the Riebel and Trauring family members- I am so sorry for your loss.
Your Erika spoke to several Clifton Park organizations helping with legal and very delicate issues.
Always leaving a piece of herself behind in a most personal way with each answer. I enjoyed listening to her
and learning from her.
Know that her gift of sharing self and- her legal mind and it's
wisdom- will never be forgotten.
God bless the entire family. To her
husband James and her children Max and Taylor, her parents- David and Joan, and all her family-
Please know that now she is
with the angels to watch over all of you as your lives continue- one day at at time.
God Bless you all,
A greatful Clifton Park Neighbor,
Noreen Grimmick
July 29, 2010
I am very sorry for the family and for our community.
Jacqueline Halliday-Jordan
July 29, 2010
To the Family of Erika~
Erika and I went to High School together-I remember her as a kind and sweet person- I am truly sadden to hear of her passing. My many prayers go out to you as her loved ones. Heaven became an even happier place when Erika arrived.
Don Jacques
July 29, 2010
Erica,your smile had always brightened the rooms thru out school,you will be missed. RIP My prayers go out to the family,god bless all
Gladys Smith-Lodge
July 29, 2010
My heart goes out to the family that loved her so much. Erika you were my light at the end of my tunnel and I will miss you everyday as I continue my journey. I will continue to fight in your honor because you were one of the bravest women I know. I will miss you. Gladys Smith-Lodge
Louise Albertson
July 29, 2010
To the Riebel and Trauring families:
I spoke with Erika a couple of times when I was trying to reach Mr. Riebal, what a pleasant and helpful lady. I am so sorry for your loss.
July 29, 2010
Mr. Trauring...I am so sorry to hear about your loss...please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...she was truly a lovely woman.
~ Eileen Cook McNeal
July 29, 2010
Dear Dave and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God Bless you and His angels watch over you. God Bless ~ Bruce and Carolyn Smiroldo ~ Bruce's Lawn Care
July 29, 2010
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Erika was so very kind and highly respected. We will always remember her dedication to the families in need of her caring spirit and expert professionalism.
Pam Brucker-CCJ(LOJ)
July 29, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Erika...she was a bright light and will be missed...my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jennifer Brady
July 29, 2010
Mr. Reibel, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts. Sharyn
Mary Ellen Bryant
July 29, 2010
Jimmy and children, so sorry about your loss of your wife and mom of the children.
Mary Ellen Bryant
Daniel Beagle
anonymous
July 29, 2010
I don't live in Saratoga County but Erika was a child advocate in my bitter divorce case. I assumed because she was a woman she would side with my ex-wife and I would lose rights to have contact with my child. She was however fair and impartial and remained true to her charge, which was to act in the best interest of my child. Over the years that she was involved in my case, she was truly a class act. Her loss is one shared by everyone who cares about honesty, integrity and justice. My deepest sympathy.
Steve Bulger
July 29, 2010
So very very sorry to hear this terrible and tragic news. Words are hard to come by to describe this loss. All thoughts and prayers are with Erika and her family.
PATRICK HOOGKAMP
July 29, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Katie Crotty-McMiller
July 29, 2010
May God hold you in his hands and comfort you in this painful time. Erika was a wonderful person. I graduated with her from Shenendehowa. She was thoughtful, caring and bright. She will be missed as a shining star in the community. I've heard so many terrific stories in the last 24 hours about her. I hope that people share them with you. They show that her love, enthusiasm and genuine caring touched so many people. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patricia Fox, MD
July 29, 2010
I was so sad to hear about Erika. As she will be missed by you she will also be missed by the many she would have helped. Your loss is also our loss and we will all miss her. My condolences to you, and your children, and all of Erika's family and friends.
Bill Machnick
July 29, 2010
My prayers are with you Erika,may you rest peacefully in Gods Arms. You were taken to quickly but you touched many lifes,including mine. For that, I thank you, god bless you, you will be missed. To Erika's family,my prayers are with you all, I'm so very sorry for your loss.
July 28, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
P, B, S, K & C Thalheimer/Doner
July 28, 2010
Through the difficulties you face, remember the love and wonderful memories that you have shared. May the love and support of family and friends help you through these times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family - P, B, S, K & C
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