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Eric Blum Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Anna Belle Horgan Horgan
June 13, 2024
This is in response to the Legacy.com email on the anniversary of the death of Eric Blum on June 9, 2013. I still remember Eric well in his growing up years and wished to let the family know that Eric's Scout Master, Dennis Horgan, has passed away 1 1/2 years ago. The family can contact me at our "long ago" contacts. Anna Belle Horgan
Tom Dybdal
September 20, 2013
Rest in Peace, Eric. Only met you once but have been kept informed of your activities. Proud to be your Cousin. You are in my Prayers daily. Tom
Patricia Cornett Farley
June 24, 2013
Eric Blum was one of the finest professional nurses I ever had the pleasure and honor of calling a colleague and friend. His work ethic was exemplary. He was a kind and intelligent gentleman. May his family family find strength and peace.
Kimberly Willis
June 20, 2013
Eric,
One of my fondest memories was watching you and David sitting on the floor putting together the race track for Joshua's birthday. And lets not forget the little 4 wheeler as well the boys had many years of fun with that. You were always a kid at heart. Your friendship meant the world to David and Spencer. The UVA games will never be the same for either of them. I loved your sarcasm it is what made you you. Most of all I so appreciate your friendship with David he misses you so much. You will never be forgotten. We will see you later my friend. With much love and respect
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John Atkins
June 19, 2013
My little buddie! The only one at work that shared my passion of BBQ and had the confidence that I would succeed ! I will always remember NJ contest with the Frost Valley guys! I am so glad that i was there for you when you needed me as you were for all those contest!
Doug Sheffer
June 19, 2013
It was a pleasure to work with Eric in the OR. He had such a great attitude about his work that it allowed him to be an excellent role model for others. I am honored to call him a friend. Our prayer is that God may send peace to his family and friends.
Lourdes Montoro
June 19, 2013
With tears in my eyes, I subscribe to Mark Gottdenker´s words: "The world is a lesser place without you". With such a human impact on so many, you were, no doubt, A VERY VERY PRECIOUS GEM: For me, THE MOST "NOBLE" PRIZE OF ALL!! AND YOU ALWAYS SCORED!!. WHAT AN EXTRAORDINARY HUMAN BEING! WHAT A MODEL! I will always be indebted to you, remember you and love you. Lourdes
(Frost Valley companion and friend)
Kathryn McGough
June 19, 2013
Remembering Eric from his days of "floor nursing" on 5C at UVA. He was an excellent nursing role model that helped mold many nursing careers. He will be missed!
David Willis
June 18, 2013
Eric, you will be missed greatly. I enjoyed all the years we worked together and our friendship even after leaving VA.
Going to all the good and bad UVA football games.
You and your family will be in my thought and prayers. Will miss you my friend.
June 18, 2013
Eric touched many lives in many positive ways. His love, determination and motivation set such a great example for all of us. We will miss him greatly, but how fortunate we were to know and work with him. My prayers and thoughts go to Eric's loved ones. I pray for your peace and understanding of your loss.
Denise Allensworth
June 18, 2013
Eric, you will be missed my friend. Wish you could have been with us longer, but we cherish the time we had with you. May your journey on be filled with peace. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elise Brigham
June 18, 2013
I will miss our talks about the KHS "wall", the East branch vs the West branch, my crazy cousin and the Catskills. God speed to your next journey my friend.
Mark Gottdenker
June 18, 2013
The world is a lesser place without you. Frost Valley, UVA, and all of the people you have impacted in your life will miss you greatly.
Ken Fitzgerald
June 17, 2013
Eric, I will miss our talks about nursing, life and this crazy place called UVA. I will miss you friend.
June 17, 2013
Eric was a good friend and co-worker, and will be dearly missed by us. Carolyn Deane, LaCresha Thacker and Susan Fenner......
Dennis Horgan
June 16, 2013
I have many fond memories of Eric from scouting. I had the privilege to be his scoutmaster. He was one of the older "boys" and he passed on much knowledge of scouting and life to the younger boys. He will be missed.
Tom McHugh
June 15, 2013
Whether it was religion or nursing education the conversations were always great. I knew when I was working with Eric it would always be a good day, fast turnovers and great patient care. Cynicism, his sense of humor, and his professional attitude made it a joy to be in his room.
Amber Lanter
June 15, 2013
Eric was a very special man and I am grateful to have called him friend. He was, is, and will always be an inspiration to me.
Eric Blum
June 15, 2013
Sally Hill
June 15, 2013
Favorite cousin who generously shared his best toys and his love. Sally (NY NY)
Carolyn Brisset
June 15, 2013
Eric was a kind soul that was easy to talk to when I worked at UVA 10 years ago. Truly an amazing man. God Bless.
Betsy
June 15, 2013
I never had the pleasure of meeting you Eric, but you sound like a wonderful man. Gayle you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Arden Chakravarthy
June 15, 2013
Eric Blum. Registered Nurse, friend, mentor. One of the most amazing human beings I have ever been honored to know. Rest in peace beloved Eric.
June 15, 2013
Eric, RIP you were a GREAT Baby BRO, Love your Big Sister.
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