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Eric Ehrenberg Obituary
WASHINGTON, DC - Eric Lawrence Ehrenberg died on August 11, 2008 in Washington, DC, where he had resided since 1993. He is survived by his wife, Pamela; his daughter, Talia; his parents, Randy and Ronald; his brother, Jason; sister-in-law, Rachel; and two nephews, Noah and Zachary. A graduate of Ithaca High School, Cornell University, and the Georgetown University Law School, at the time of his death Eric was an attorney specializing in civil rights law in the Office of the Solicitor at the US Department of Labor.
The Funeral Service for Eric and burial took place in the Washington, DC area. His parents will hold a Shiva Minyan for him at their home, 125 Eastwood Terrace, in Ithaca on Sunday, August 17 at 8 p.m. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, contributions in his honor be made to Cornell University - Eric Ehrenberg Memorial Fund (c/o Darrlyn O'Connell, ILR-Cornell, 385 Ives Hall East, Ithaca, NY 14853-3901); or Temple Beth El of Ithaca, NY.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eric Ehrenberg
Jennifer Hamilton
May 12, 2025
I worked with Eric at the Office of the Solicitor. I remember his dry wit and quiet strength. He had been through so much but still appreciated what he had. I still think of him to this day. He was an inspiration and a wonderful friend.
JP
March 19, 2025
May memories of him be a blessing . Gone but never forgotten. RIP in heaven.
Michelle Houston
December 14, 2020
Eric was a wonderful person who truly appreciated how precious life is. It's been more than ten years, and I still think about him. I'll always remember his strength and courage during such a difficult time, he was one of the strongest people I've ever known .
Amy Stillwell
August 22, 2020
I will miss his warm smile and gentle laugh. He always knew how to cheer me up when I was having such a hard time. I'm grateful to have spent many a good time with him, and for his constant caring. He will be missed greatly. I'm praying for him and his family.
Amy Jacobsen
August 22, 2020
Eric was such a fine individual and always tried to make the world a better place. I'll always remember his kindness and generosity. He was so honest and caring, I'll never forget him and still think of him often. I am grateful for the gift of life because of him. I send my condolences to his family and many friends.
ST
August 22, 2020
I went to Cornell with him. He was such a great athlete and friend, I'll always remember his dry sense of humor and wit. He remained strong and never gave up. I was so grateful to have known him. He truly was the best and I'll always remember him with fond memories.
August 15, 2020
He was such a warm and friendly person. He show such courage and strength during his illness. I was honored to be his friend. It's been more than ten years and I remember all the good times like it was yesterday. Whenever I feel sad, I remember Eric's bravery and fortitude and try to stay strong. I send my condolences to his family.
Eileen Hoffman
September 12, 2008
Dear Randy and Ron, It is with great sadness that we send this note to you. You and Eric are in our prayers and we wish you well. Sincerely, Eileen, Dick, and Vanessa Hoffman
Holly Kazarinoff
September 1, 2008
Dear Randy, Ron, Jason and Family- We were so sad to hear of Eric's death. He was a fine man who gained strength, wisdom and courage from his challenges, kept his sense of humor and made the world a better place. Michael and I, our children and their families, are thinking of all of you, especially Eric's wife and little girl.
James Kraft
August 21, 2008
Dear Ehrenberg Family,
What strength and joy have gone to raising and sustaining such a grand fellow as Eric. He was a cherished colleague to all of us in the Civil Rights Division, a fine lawyer, and a wit who always kept each of us a bit off balance waiting to hear what droll musing would issue next. I shall truly miss him and I wish that mere words could comfort you more.
Ann Bell (Heroy)
August 21, 2008
Dear Randy & Ron-
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Steven and Hasia Diner
August 20, 2008
Dear Ron & Randy:
We are so sorry to learn of Eric passing. In our periodic visits, which were less frequent than we would have liked, we watched him grow into an impressive young man. His courage, and yours, in the nearly two decades of his illness is truly inspiring. Our thoughts are with you.
Denise Sheriff
August 19, 2008
Randy and family,
I'm so very sorry to hear about the death of your son. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May the many memories you have of Eric help to comfort you in the days ahead.
Joe Bennett
August 19, 2008
Mrs. Ehrenberg & Family:
I just wanted to take this time to offer my sincere condolences to you at this time. May you and your family take comfort in knowing that our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Joe Bennett
Noah and Mary Helen Rosenstein
August 18, 2008
Dear Randy and Family
It is with the greatest sorrow that Mary Helen and I learned of your loss. No words can express our feelings but please be aware you and your family are in our prayers.
Susan De Winter
August 18, 2008
Dear Randy and Ron,
We are so saddened to hear of Eric' s death. I know he and you both put a valiant effort toward the successful fulfillment of the life of service that he had chosen. Keep his memory alive for his little daughter with stories and memories of his young life. Please share our sorrow with his wife.
Fondly, Susan and Ben De Winter
Nancy Russell
August 17, 2008
Randy, Ron & family,
I was so saddened to learn of your loss. May the love & memories you've shared help sustain you. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your entire family during this most difficulty time.
Maria & Paul Mintz
August 17, 2008
Randy, Ron, Pam, Jason & family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time and we hope that many happy memories of Eric and his humor will comfort you in time.
Sincerely,
Maria & Paul Mintz
Jo Gilbert
August 16, 2008
Dear Randy and Ron,
I am just in town for the night and heard about Eric's death. I am so sorry for your loss. Eric was the essence of tenacity! Overcoming all odds! Rick's and my prayers are with you.
Jo and Rick Gilbert
Jonathan Kurlander
August 16, 2008
Dear Randy and Ron,
I am so sorry to hear about your son. My mother through the years spoke of his perseverance and dedication as a young man. My heart goes out to you. May you find peace among your sorrow.
Wendy Lubell
August 15, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Eric. We were in the improv comedy troupe Laughingstock together. His humor, kindness, and wit were inspiring. May the love Eric spread come back ten fold to help comfort you in your loss.
David Bernstein
August 15, 2008
So sorry to hear of Eric's passing. I very much enjoyed our time together at "Laughingstock." May God console you among the other mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
cheryl ross
August 15, 2008
Dear Randy & Ronnie,
We grieve for your loss; the sadness is overwhelming. May your memories comfort you.
With Love
your cousins, Cheryl & Bill
Family Cypess
August 14, 2008
To the Ehrenberg family,
We are devastated to hear about Eric's passing. You have our most profound condolences.
Phyllis Mass
August 14, 2008
Dear Pam and Talia,
I am here if and when you need me. Now and forever. I will always remember Eric as a person with a delicious sense of fun, someone who "got it," and seriously enjoyed laughing and laughter. His loss is even more painful because of these qualities. My heart breaks for you both and for the entire Ehrenberg family. You are always in my thoughts and prayers and there you shall stay.
Everlasting love,
Ron Oaxaca
August 14, 2008
Dear Ron & Randy,
Amy and I just learned of Eric's passing away. We are devastated by this sad news. We cannot find the words to adequately express our feelings. Our hopes and prayers are with you and the family.
Richard Romano
August 14, 2008
Ron and family,
My thoughts are with you in the days ahead.
Amaury Nora
August 14, 2008
Dear Ron:
I know there is no way that anyone can share your pain at this moment. The bond between a father and his son is a special one. I am so sorry to have heard the news of your son. I know that you are surrounded with love and support from family and friends; however, if there is anything I can do, just know that I am here. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your friend, Amaury.
Preston Sacks
August 13, 2008
Pam,
I am so sorry to hear of Eric's passing. My thoughts go out to you and the family.
Preston Sacks
Isabelle and Briggs McAndrews
August 13, 2008
Dear Randy, Ron and family of Eric,
We are heartbroken to learn of your loss of Eric. A Norwegian proverb says, "Shared joy is double joy; shared sorrow is half sorrow". We share your deep sorrow and hold you in our hearts through this difficult period and into the future. Please accept our sympathies and prayers.
Fondly,
Isabelle and Briggs McAndrews
Rebecca Stazi
August 13, 2008
Dear Ehrenberg Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences at this time. Eric had an infectious smile which I will always remember fondly from our Belle Sherman days.
He will be missed and was recently at our 20-Year IHS Reunion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Best regards,
Rebecca Killeen Stazi and Lou Stazi
IHS Class of 1988
South Burlington, VT
Eric Boissonnas
August 13, 2008
I would like to convey my sorrow at Eric's passing. He and I were friends and teammates at Ithaca High School and Cornell, and friends later in life as well. He always worked so hard to keep all the Ithaca crew together, both at Cornell and after. He had a strong sense of family and the importance of roots as well.
I have so many good memories of Eric, but what I will remember most about him was his ability to get a laugh. Even when things weren't going his way, he took the time (and had the knack) to put a smile on other people's faces - a true gift.
Eric, Pam, Talia, and the rest of Eric's family and friends are in our thoughts at this sad time.
Paula D'Orazio
August 13, 2008
My deepest condolences to your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Libby Hall
August 13, 2008
Pam:
My heart goes out to you, Talia and Eric's family during this time of loss. May the memories of happier times sustain you all. Yours,
Libby
Sandy Pangburn
August 13, 2008
Randy and family,
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Eric. My heart goes out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. Peace be with you.
Tom Kochan
August 13, 2008
Dear Ron, Randy, and Family,
Kathy and I were very sad to learn about Eric's passing. Our hearts go out to you and all of Eric's family.
We know how hard it is to lose a child and a spouse and father at such a young age. The pain you are feeling now can only be offset to some degree by the warmt and support that comes to you from your family, friends, and as you will experience, even from people who only know and admire you from afar. Cherish these expressions of support. They tell you how much people like Kathy and I respect the love, support, an dcourage you have shown for Eric over the many years of his illness.
You will be in our hearts and prayers in the days ahead.
With best wishes,
Tom and Kathy Kochan
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