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Eric Sand Obituary
In his college days, Eric Sand was a philosopher and a Deadhead, voted by his fraternity brothers "most likely to come back as an abstract thought."
So when he started as a clerk on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in the mid-90's, he found the culture a bit jarring. "He hated it," said his longtime best friend, Roger Weisman. "He said a lot of the people were ignorant, obnoxious, boorish."
Before long, however, Mr. Sand "came to understand the mindset a little better," Mr. Weisman said. It helped that he moved quickly up the ladder and was soon a trader himself.
Last January, Mr. Sand, 36, took a job at Cantor Fitzgerald, trading equities but hoping to move into management, where he could deal more with people and less with numbers, said his wife, Michele Sand. Mr. Sand liked his job, but one of his favorite things about it was that it usually let him get home to Hawthorne in Westchester County in time to tuck in his son, Aaron, who was 18 months old the last time he saw his father. "He did bedtime five nights a week," Ms. Sand said. "His attitude was, `You get him all day. I want to play with him, I want to put him to bed.' "
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Kendall Garbis-Lowe
September 11, 2019
Hey there Sandman,
You brightened my years at Tulane. I always knew I'd see a smile and get a greeting from Darkstar at your house.
All the time you, Roger, Eliz and I hung out, listening to you jam, dressing up for Mardi Gras, going to the Beaux Arts Ball.
Thank you for thinking I was "really cool"
Keep rocking Sandman.
The Kindred Family
January 1, 2019
Sending our deepest sympathy to your family. Words can never remove the pain of your loss but they show that others still care. Eric is still greatly missed.
ROGER WEISMAN
September 12, 2018
Eric,
I cannot believe it has been 17 years since you were taken from all of us. I realize that you have been gone for the same length of time as I knew you in life. I still miss our talks, the laughs, the music. Rest in peace, Brother.
David Selman
September 11, 2018
Eric, I still can't believe you're gone. I think about you, not just today, but many days. We were 2 wild and crazy guys. We met in Florida, became friends when we were about 15 or so. WE stayed friends, and will always be friends. I miss you my dear friend.
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Jenny Mejias
January 4, 2016
Eric and I met on the trading floor at the Nyse we had our own lil click an man did we have a lot of laughs. Eric was my birthday twin so every morning on 5/19 I'm wishing him a happy born day an thank him for his friendship. I hadn't seen Eric in a couple years when I saw his beautiful smile on my tv smh it still hurts. My prayers go out to his family his wife an son he is truly missed even after all these years.
Rip good friend I'll never forget u
December 18, 2015
Eric is my dad. I miss him so much and everyday I wake up and think to myself I wish I could go back in time and stop him from going to work that day but I know he is in a better place now. I love and miss you dad rest in peace.
Monte Fisher
April 4, 2013
Eric was my roommate in college, and a great friend. I miss him a lot, and wish I'd stayed in better touch with him after college. My sincere condolences to his parents, young family, and many close friends. RIP, Eric.
September 12, 2012
My sympathies to Eric's family and other friends on this painful reminder of what was lost to all of us.
Spring 1992
Eric
September 11, 2012
Eric and Stefani Spring 1992
Stefani Florreich Cutcliffe
September 11, 2012
Eric was a kind soul and one of a kind. He became a friend to me in a dark time of my life, picked me up when I was down. During this brief period, it felt like Eric was the only friend I had. I am grateful to this day for that friendship, to Eric for being a friend when I most needed one. I am deeply sorrowful for the loss of this sweet man to the world, and especially to his loved ones.
Elise
September 12, 2011
Thanks for all of your beautiful memories and wishes. My parents , my children as well as my husband and I miss Eric so much. We had such a wonderful childhood filled with so much love. He was such a wonderful , peaceful and generous person. We miss him every day and cant believe that it has been 10 years since we saw him last. We miss you more than words can say.....
Roger Weisman
September 11, 2011
My Brother,
I cannot believe it has been ten years since you were taken from all of us. It still seem surreal that you are no longer walking among us. I spent the day with your family at the memorial, and your presence was definitely felt by all of us. You touched so many lives, and you are still missed terribly.
Peace, Bro.
Ken Palmer
September 11, 2011
Always on my mind and in my music.
Rest in peace my dear friend.
Jenny Mejias
September 11, 2011
I will never forget my reaction wen I saw ur smiling face on da tv 10 years ago I dropped an my friend seeing ur smiling face today brings back all that hurt once again. I wish I knew bout this page sooner but I want u to kno I always prayed for u on this day an every year wen I woke up on our birthday I always wished u a happy born day. Eric was a very good friend he always brought a smile to my face with his positive words an his video camera. My heart an prayers go out to his family he was a good man an he will never b forgotten. Peace an love to u Eric Sands u really were a gem. Xoxo
September 11, 2011
Dear Eric and family: I am thinking of you on this sad day. There is no more to say.
David Wachs
September 11, 2011
My thoughts go out to your family today. I grew up with Elise in Scarsdale. I wish you peace and healing.
David Sweeney
September 10, 2011
Eric, Jenny & I worked the same lowly job on the floor of the NYSE together. After work we'd hang at Houlihans. Eric ofter talked of working his way up to Cantor Fitzgerald and once he was in he would get me a job there as well. He was a man on a mission to better his life and he was always looking out for those he cared about. Eric was one of the coolest guys I EVER knew! I miss you buddy!
The band Sasquatch Housparty - Early Days
Ken Palmer
May 24, 2011
Eric and Stefanie
Ken Palmer
May 24, 2011
Ken Palmer
September 11, 2010
Thinking of you always, no matter what day it is, but this day especially. I love you and miss you dearly.
David Goldberg
September 11, 2010
It is another sad reminder of who was taken from us but I will choose to remember Eric with joy and try not to dwell on the negative. I wish I had reconnected with him. Eric, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anne Blumofe
August 26, 2010
Thinking of you as the year is about to turn, Eric.
Ken Palmer
May 19, 2010
Happy birthday my dear friend. I miss you.
Maddy Huppert
September 12, 2009
I graduated Scarsdale High School with Eric. We were not friends but knew each other in passing. Every year since our country's tragedy, I watch the Ground Zero ceremony and make it a point to hear Eric's name be read.
As a mother of two, my heart goes out to his wife, son, family and closest friends. How lucky Eric was to be loved by so many..finding this site has melted my heart. Best wishes to all of you. You know where I'll be next 9/11.
Paul Beall
September 11, 2009
Today on campus at East Carolina University I was given a wrist band that said Eric Sand, the wrist bands were given out in remambrance of those who were lost on 9/11 so I looked up his name and found this, I just wanted to say that from what I have been reading he sounds like a great guy and i can only imagine how badly you all must miss him. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
September 11, 2009
Thinking of Eric, and how he always tried to make things right.
September 11, 2009
Remembering Eric today. I still remember us waiting for the bus at the end of the school day from Scarsdale High School, Eric wearing his maroon Raiders jacket.A moment in time.
Tom Wands
August 26, 2009
Remembering a great guy who always handled himself professionally and with humility.
Ken Palmer
May 22, 2009
Thinking of you brother this week.
Happy Birthday!
Andy Tanenhaus
January 25, 2009
I first met Eric at camp Towanda. Many years later I ran into him on my first day at Tulane. I'll never forget the first day of college. I felt all alone. Out of the blue a smiling face appeared. I can't describe how nice it was to see a familiar face. I'm glad I have that memory of Eric. I hope everyone remembers Eric as clear as I do. My deepest regrets for his family.
Ken Palmer
September 11, 2008
I love you brother!
Roger Weisman
June 7, 2008
Eric was my college roommate, and best friend, and we were truly like brothers. I babysat his son three nights before Eric was taken from us, and I have named my son Eric, after him.
He was a wonderful human who's passing lessens humanity significantly. His warmth, generosity and soulfulness can never be replaced. There will always be a void in humanity's collective soul.
I will miss him, always.
Doug Abraham
May 19, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Eric Stoots (Left) and Eric Sand (Far Right) in the Blue Dots
Ken Palmer
September 11, 2007
I will never, ever forget you Eric Sand. You were a light in my life that will never burn out.
Ken Palmer
May 27, 2007
In memory of you and all those who have fallen.
You are always in my heart Eric.
kristine
May 9, 2007
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Eric and his old buddy Darkstar
March 21, 2007
Kenneth Palmer
March 21, 2007
I am at a loss for words. I don't know where to begin. The tears have been running down my face all day, and as I sat there looking out onto Puget Sound with my dog Roxy, it all made sense to me. Why we lost touch just shortly after he and Michelle had married?
Eric and I were in a band together that formed in New Orleans originally under the name The Nexus. We changed it to Sasquatch Houseparty a few months later. I had known him from the band The Blue Dots in which my roommate Eric Stoots was in and had introduced me to him. What a great guy! I thought when we first talked. Our bond grew much closer and after a year we formed the infamous Sasuatch Houseparty with dynamic drummer Jim Colleran. We took our sights towards the New England Coast and settled in Providence, Rhode Island for some memories that I will hold dear to me for the rest of my life.
I just heard about his death this morning after doing a google search on our once energetic band's name. There it was...cached in bold in an excerpt from some newspaper memorial about him recalling our group and how it was a good trade for the family he has now.
From what I remember and the things we talked about in 2000, I was excited to know that our friendship had never diminished and we were to continue keeping in touch, hopefully meeting up again someday soon. Now that is all gone. I will never be able to see Eric again. He had a great smile didn't he?
I have been pretty torn up all day.
I want his family and everyone here to know that my deepest condolences go out to you. I have a few recordings of Eric that we made in New Orleans when we were in the band, and I am going to get it mastered so I can send it off to his family. The best times I had writing music were with him, and his musical writing style as well as his demeanor will carry on with me for the rest of my life. His style is embedded in mine.
You are sorely missed Eric.
There are not enough tears that can wash away the pain that I and all here and there have endured from your absence.
"Well I see you, holding on too tight
Like an angel without wings on the ground
Well I feel you, I taste you like wine
I can't get enough of your sweetness anymore.
I am there, and I am everywhere..."
-Eric Sand 1992 "My Piece"
P Tabbernor
March 1, 2007
In memory....
Darin Vazquez
October 19, 2006
I have a lot of memories of Eric, from our freshman year at Tulane through the next few years. As a musician, he was important to me as one of the first people I ever learned to play with and discuss music with. We definitely had our ups and downs, and fallings out, but I'm really happy that our last meeting was very positive. Last saw him at the TU library my senior year, and was surprised that Eric was really glad to see me. We had a lot of shared memories and mutual friends to discuss.
I was really broken up to hear about what happened, shortly after 9/11. Didn't hear about our other friend, Pete until a few years later, and the grief just hit me again.
Miss you, Sandman.
Dave Levoy
September 11, 2003
I was great friends with Eric and Michelle when they were together. Eric was a terrific man - So glad to have spent time with him. I'm so very sorry for his family and Michelle, whom I used to be good friends with in high school. I lost my wife suddenly from a Stroke on November 11th, 1999. So, I share in the agonizing pain. So very sorry, words just cannot express - D. Levoy (NYC, NY)
James Norenberg
September 11, 2003
Although almost 20 years have passed....
...I still remember Eric calling me from Scarsdale to introduce himself as my new roommate at Tulane....I agreed to bring the stereo and he the TV & toaster oven. I introduced him to Jazz and he introduced me to the fine art of toaster oven cooking....together we listened to music, ate fresh baked cookies, occasionally studied and religiously watched David Letterman.
Eric and I were roommates our freshman year at Tulane and I just learned today of his tragic passing. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends.
And Roger - thank you for sharing that picture of Eric and Aaron...his ear to ear grin I have and will always remember.
-Eric in red blue shirt- me on right
Larin Yalkowsky
May 20, 2003
Dear Mrs. Sands,
I think today is Eric's birthday I think; and I was Eric's friend from Dell Road when he was on Spier road -we we went to Heathcote elementary- we were like 5 years old-when we would watch cartoons and played Batman- I dont remember if I was Batman or Robin but we both yelled at each other louder and louder until we were both Batman or both Robin- I remember his birthday is today May 19th -pardon if Im wrong...cause mines on the 21st-and we had alot of kiddy parties back then and you never forget these silly little things...I hope you are holding together - and your child is comforting to you - I kept in touch with Eric till we were 13 and I moved to Manhattan- but I will always remember Eric !
ps. I never believed him when he would tell me was adopted cause he looked so much like his parents and his sister may remember me too-Elysse ? and his parents -super wonderful people !
My sincerest condolences,
Larin Yalkowsky
Karen Rode
September 11, 2002
My prayers and thoughts are with the family of Eric Sand on 9/11/02. (Keystone Mercy Remembers).
Jack Lerner
September 10, 2002
I met Eric back in 1990 at Tulane University, and got to know him well at that time. Although as of 9/11 I hadn't talked to him in many years, I have always fondly remembered him walking around New Orleans in his crazy satin Mardi Gras costume, his great poodle Dark Star, and, most of all, his incredibly kind personality. Eric was literally one of the most gentle people I have ever met. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
Norine Elliott
July 29, 2002
Michelle and Aaron,
I never knew Eric, but as of today (7/29/02), I will think of him and both of you daily as I look at his name on my "Mercy Band." I am glad to have learned a little about the Sand Family and the man whose name will be a daily reminder of just how lucky we are to be here one more day with our loved ones. You can be sure that 'Eric's Bracelet' will help me to always add that extra kiss at nite as I send my two boys off to sleep!I will keep all of you in my prayers and hope that time, love, and prayers from a stranger in Massachusetts will help to ease your terrible loss...in sympathy, Norine
Anonymous
April 20, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN...ERIC SAND AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE.PRAY..AND NEVER LET ANYONE FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK FOREVER..MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
betty almand
February 10, 2002
I did not know Eric, but grieve for all who died in that horrible attack. I am making a quilt square
in memory of Eric. The square will go in a memory quilt that, when completed, will tour America, and then will occupy a permanent home at the site of the memorial that will be built in New York. I looked up this website in hopes that I might find some info. on Eric that I might put on my quilt square so that people will know a little about who he was. Thank God for this site. Now I will go to work on this square that will help us all to remember him.
lisa sharkey gleicher
January 16, 2002
I remember Eric as a little boy, the pride and joy of his mother Sandy and father Lloyd who were among my parents' closest friends. His sister Elise was always so beautiful and vivacious and I certainly know she will carry the energy and devotion of her brother in her heart for the rest of her life. To Michele and Aaron, Sandy and Lloyd... Elise and Stuart and their 3 wonderful children... know that we are all thinking of you with love.
Tammy Collier
January 13, 2002
Michelle, I heard about your loss of Eric, through our mutual former co-worker, Tamika. My sister-in-law lost her firefighter brother that horrible day. I cannot begin to imagine your pain, but I do extend my prayers to you, your son, and your family. Please know, I am terribly sorry.
Naomee Guest
January 13, 2002
If you have read all of the previous entries... you already know of the love and warmth that surrounds this wonderful family... My husband, David and I feel privileged to have met Eric, if only for a short time.. The thing I remember most about him was the gleam in his eyes as he carried his son Aaron into the Platinum Cafe the day after the wedding of my son Chris' to Kim Hirsch.. How lucky we feel to be part of his family... We wish only happy days for Michelle and Aaron...
Peter Rozett
December 31, 2001
I did not know Eric, but I graduated from the same school, Perkiomen Prep, in 1965. I live only 5 blocks east of WTC. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Teresa Jahn
December 13, 2001
We are so very sorry for your loss of Eric. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Mama & Poppa Newman
December 12, 2001
Eric was our grandaughters husband but he was also our grandson. We loved him because he was warm and good to all he knew. You will never find a more wonderful father or husband then he was to our family.
I can still not speak of him without tears, but I suppose in time this to will pass, but not his memory. We truly miss him, and when we spend time with his son and wife, we think of him always.
You will be in our hearts always.
Rest in peace, and be happy.
Love
Momma & Poppa
Tami Melvin
November 24, 2001
Although we didn't know him, our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends who did. God bless you all.
Sandy Rosenblum
November 3, 2001
What do you say to a young man who comes into your life a stranger and soon becomes a part of your family?
What do you say to a young man who loves and marries your daughter and makes her happier than she has ever been?
What do you say to a young man who, together with your daughter, gives you the most precious gift of all, a grandson?
What do you say to a young man who becomes so much a part of your family that he actually looks forward to his in-laws visits,wants to socialize with you and is unhappy when you leave for home?
What do you say? You say, we love you son and we miss you so much!
Kim Guest
October 26, 2001
Eric was Michele's husband, Aaron's father and Elise's brother. He loved being all three. My wedding was 9/8/01, 3 days before the attacks. Since then, one theme has been intertwined with each story told to me by one of our guests about Eric, he was happy. He loved being a father more than words can express. At the wedding, Eric told someone he had just met to propose to his girlfriend, because few things had been better than seeing Michele walk down the aisle towards him.
While away on my honeymoon I had the chance to take a helicopter ride over Kauai. While up in the air looking at the waterfalls and lush green mountains I thought of Eric. I thought to myself how what I was looking at WAS Eric. Eric is now everything beautiful and everything pure. I will always think of him that way. My heart goes out to my cousin Michele, Aaron and Eric’s family.
David Agler
October 24, 2001
My deepest sympathies to the Sand Family on this recent tragedy. I did not know Eric personally but I knew he was from a good and very loving family. I worked with his mother Sandy about ten years ago and I know she was so proud of his marriage and eventual family.
My deepest condolences to both Sandy and Lloyd and to Eric's wife and son. May they be somewhat comforted in knowing so many cared.
Carol Hirsch
October 21, 2001
If a heart can break, I am sure mine has. Wathching my niece Michele, my sister Sandy,my brohter-in-law Barry,and Eric's parents and sister go through this tragedy has been more than one would think anyone could stand. At Eric's memorial service, the Rabbi said that the reason humans can hurt so much at a time like this is that they also have the capacity to love to the degree that they can. Eric, must have been loved greatly to inflict the pain so many are now feeling. As sure as I am that we are all suffering from this broken heart, I am also sure, that as would be Eric's wish we will heal so that his most beautiful, wonderful, loving and dare I say brilliant son Aaron will be raised around a family that is happy in the memory of his father.
Andrea Glassner
October 21, 2001
Eric was a baby when I began my friendship with his sister Elise when we were in kindergarten together. Our friendship developed into a special relationship between our two families. His parents were and still are like family to me. There are no words to express my sorrow. Eric's memory (and those of the others who perished because of Sept. 11th) will provide strength to us as we fight against the cowards who brought about his tragedy.
kathy parker
October 21, 2001
My Good Friend Debbie led me to this site. May Heart goes out to you and your Family. God is taking care of all who went home to him on Sept, 11th. But those left behind will always have their memories forever. God Bless and Comfort All.
Kathy Parker
Bradenton, Fla.
Robyn Crompton
October 21, 2001
On September 11th, our world was shattered as we watched Evil take over such a beautiful city, and in those Twin Towers of New York City sat the most beautiful loving father, husband, my cousin's husband Eric. Seeing and feeling it all the way in florida made me numb..I will not get into the legistics of all of the pain and sorrow that I feel for my Cousin Michele for her loss, I have a 10 month old baby son myself and I can only imagine her sorrow and loneliness,But I do know this...Eric was a true person, someone to look up to and I will remember him always the way he was at micheles wedding when He & I danced at the end and my husband dabnced with Michele.Eric was so in Love with Michele and that is what really counts in life, that in spirit he will always be with Michele and Aaron and the family and freinds.Nobody can EVER take his beautiful spirit away.May Eric only guide us and may he rest now.Eric will be truly missed and we will see him again in a much better place.
All Our Love
Robyn, Hunter & Scott
Brenda Evans
October 21, 2001
It is a small world and life so short~
My nail tech led me to your guest book. We were sharing about the turmoil;co-worker friend lost her sis in the Pentagon and our patient died from Anthrax.
When our hearts are touched we birth tears. Tears of strife or tears of joy..and then there can be tears of knowing.
Tears of knowing stream hot on a silent face. The cleansing changes you forever.
I embrace you now across this keyboard and know..you are not alone. We are in the healing process....and Eric and all our loved ones will never be forgotten.
Dr. Tommy Caisango
October 20, 2001
God Bless Y'all and May Eric rest in peace now!!
carole princer levy
October 20, 2001
My heartfelt sympathies to the families and to Lloyd and Sandy Sands- friends from Scarsdale. Time may heal the pain, but it will not diminish the wonderful memories.
Nancy & Les Miller
October 20, 2001
On Sept 11,2001 we recieved a phone call that our dear nephew Eric was in the Twin Towers. The grief that overcame us is indescriblable, not only for him but for our beautiful niece Michele and baby Aaron. There is no way to explain the love we have for you and the pain we feel for the entire family. Eric made everyone's life happy.A wonderful nephew, husband, father, son, son-in law, brother and friend to all. We will all miss him and at the same time we wish to celebrate his life. He brought so much joy to everyone he touched and Loved you so dearly.
"God saw that he was wonderful, a safe place for him was not to be. He wrapped his arms around him and whipsered, " Come to Me". A golden heart was taken, hard working hands at rest. Which only goes to show, God only takes the best.
Our symathy to Michele,Arron, Barry & Sandy, Steven and Denise,Elise, Eric's parents and all of thosse wonderful friends that loved him so.
We Love you Michele and will always be here for you.
Aunt Nancy and Uncle Les
Lisette longarzo
October 20, 2001
I was sent this web page and after reading all the posts from all of Eric's family and friends I can see he was truly a wonderfull person who will be missed dearly. My prayers go out to all of you
I will light a candle for you Eric
May you rest in peace
Debbie Listander
October 20, 2001
I have the pleasure of knowing Sandy, Eric's mom. I have thought many tims what I could say to her to comfort her, and I can't seem to find the words. I saw her yesteday, and could only hug her, saying nothing at all, what was there to say. I just have this hope that she, as well as Erics wife and all who loved him know in their hearts that a whole nation of Americans mourn with them. That although their loss of Eric is surely deeper and more profound,that every true-in-their-heart American feels Erics loss too. Every time I see an image of that awful day on TV or on a magazine cover, I feel a kind of grief I have never felt before...a pain of a thousand mothers, wives, brothers and sisters....oh how I wish I could explain it better. This touches us all to our very core.To Erics family.....please know that we,friend or stranger alike, really,truly mean it when we say our hearts are grieving with you.
Michele Sand
October 20, 2001
Eric was not only my husband, he was my best friend. He was loving and devoted and the greatest dad I've ever seen. I will love him and miss him always. The world is truly a dimmer place without his light shining through.
Helene Weiss
October 20, 2001
I live in the Wycliffe community with Eric's parents. Sandy is my best friend here.Her loss has really hit me. I feel so sad for all
LOVE, Helene & Erwin
Kim Hirsch
October 18, 2001
Eric was my Cousin Michele's husband, their son Aaron's father and my half sister Elise's brother. He loved being all three. My wedding was 9/8/01, 3 days before the attacks. Since then, one theme has been intertwined with each story told to me by one of our guests about Eric, he was happy. He loved being a father more than words can express. At the wedding, Eric told someone he had just met to propose to his girlfriend, because few things had been better than seeing Michele walk down the aisle towards him.
While away on my honeymoon I had the chance to take a helicopter ride over Kauai. While up in the air looking at the waterfalls and lush green mountains I thought of Eric. I thought to myself that what I was looking at WAS Eric. Eric is now everything beautiful and everything pure. I will always think of him that way. I will miss him.
Debi Goldberg
October 15, 2001
Eric's wife Michele is my best friend. At the beginning of their relationship, I knew she had met that special someone. Eric was never rude or dismissive towards me since I was "the friend". I was special simply because I was important to Michele. I was Michele's Maid of Honor and truly felt it was an honor. Eric was many things to many people. Husband,father,brother,son,uncle and friend. He will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to his family.
Eric, Michele, Steven and Denise... and Eric's "Big Stick", by the bonfire.
Steven Rosenblum
October 14, 2001
ON SEPTEMBER 11TH, I DIDN'T JUST LOSE MY SISTER'S HUSBAND, MY NEPHEW'S FATHER OR EVEN A BROTHER-IN-LAW... I LOST A TRUE FRIEND AND BROTHER.
IT WOULD HAVE BEEN EASIER IF WE HAD KNOWN FOR SURE THAT ERIC WAS GONE, AND THAT HE WASN’T SUFFERING. BUT INSTEAD, WE ALL HAD TO WATCH HIM BE TAKEN FROM US, A PIECE AT A TIME, LIVE ON TV, LIKE SOME SURREAL MOVIE. THEN TO MAKE MATTERS WORSE WE REALLY DIDN’T KNOW FOR A WEEK WHAT HIS FATE TRULY WAS. WE WERE NUMB WITH DISBELIEF AND GRIEF, ANGRY YET HANGING ON TO ANY GLIMMER OF HOPE… BUT I DIDN'T COME HERE TODAY TO TELL YOU ANY OF THAT…
I CAME HERE TO HELP CELEBRATE ERIC'S LIFE. I WANT TO SHARE WITH YOU SOME OF THE HAPPY TIMES DENISE AND I HAVE SHARED WITH ERIC AND MICHELE.
ON MANY OCCASIONS WE WENT CAMPING WITH ERIC AND MICHELE AND OF COURSE THEIR LITTLE DOG SAMANTHA, OR AS WE CALL HER THE “POOPUS”.
EVERY TIME WE WOULD GO CAMPING WITH THEM, ERIC WOULD TELL THE SAME STORY, ABOUT THE TIME HE AND ROGER WERE CAMPING AT GIANT LEDGE, AFTER CLIMBING UP TO A HUGE PROTECTED SPOT ON THE ROCK FACE, THEY SET UP CAMP AND FED AN ENTIRE TREE INTO THE CAMPFIRE, THUS HAVING THIS HUGE BONFIRE, GOING MANY FEET IN THE AIR AND FOR MANY HOURS ON END. EACH TIME ERIC WOULD BEGIN TO RETELL THIS STORY MICHELE WOULD MAKE THIS
Andy Mayer
October 13, 2001
Eric and I were dear friends ever since we met in elementary school almost 30 years ago. As I said at his memorial service, Eric was like a brother to me. I always knew we would be friends for life -- I just didn't know how short that would be.
Those of us who knew Eric are blessed with memories of a person who had a lot of kindness and love to offer this world. Those who did not know Eric were robbed of an opportunity to experience that.
Like so many other victims of this tragedy, Eric has left behind a wife and son (who is less than two years old). Eric's friends have set up the Eric Sand Family Memorial Trust for his son. Donations to the trust may be sent c/o Rosenblum, 8672 Grassy Isle Trail, Lake Worth, Florida 33467.
Eric with Aaron
Roger Weisman
October 4, 2001
Eric and I were best friends for seventeen years, since the second day of our freshman year in college. We were roommates for two years, and went through all sorts of craziness together while living in New Orleans. He was a wonderful father to his beautiful son, Aaron, and a great husband to Michele. I know that he adored both his wife and son because he often told me that this was, by far, the happiest time of his life. He was caring, generous person, and my closest friend on the planet. The world is a shade dimmer without him.
Elizabeth Knopp Junginger
October 3, 2001
My heart goes out to all members of Eric's family. What a kind, gentle and talented person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nikki Wengrofsky
September 30, 2001
Eric was the best friend of my boyfriend Roger Weisman. I was so moved when I met 5 people who considered Eric their best friend and when I saw the temple filled for his memorial service. He was loved by so many. May we all wish for strength and healing for Michele and the families affected in the days, weeks, months, and years to come.
JoAnne and Hank Landi
September 25, 2001
Eric was family to us. His joy of life, warmth, and love of family and friends will remain with us forever. All of the Glassner-Landi family mourn with the Sands and the Frasers, for in this tragedy, we are all one.
Jeff and Yvonne Mayer
September 19, 2001
Eric was a dear and lifelong friend of our brother. We are filled with sorrow at his passing and our prayers go out to all of his family. Jeff and Yvonne Mayer and Family
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