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Erin Dapra Obituary
1985 - 2019
Since you're reading this, it means I have died from ovarian cancer, which is obviously not how I planned having my life turn out. Some things I planned on did happen, though, like graduating from Teays Valley High School in 2004 and Bowling Green State University in 2009, with a year of study abroad at Keele University, England. In the years that followed, I worked for Nationwide Insurance, travelled extensively, got a wonderful dog who survives me, spent time with family and friends, and had countless small daily victories while living for years in Cancerland. I was born on December 3, 1985 and died on August 5, 2019. I am preceded in death by grandparents John and Jane Karn of Orient, OH and Fred and Alice Dapra of Hartville, WY. I am survived by the best mom a person could ask for, Jill (Karn) Dapra, Orient, OH; big brother, Eric Dapra, Morral, OH; father, Daniel, Columbus, OH; and countless aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who supported me for years with their good humor. I must thank the wonderful people at the Zangmeister Cancer Center for taking such good care of me for so long. Visitation will be held at Schoedinger Grove City, 3920 Broadway on Saturday, August 10 from 3-7 p.m. There will be no service. Instead of flowers, please consider donating to the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, PO Box 32141, New York, NY 10087-2141 or online at give.ocrahope.org or to Bowling Green State University, attn: BGSU Foundation, General Fund for International Studies Program (#300647), 1851 North Research Dr., Bowling Green, OH 43403 or bgsu.edu/give. Visit www.schoedinger.com to share a favorite memory of Erin or watch her life tribute video.
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Kimberly PERL
March 2, 2020
I just came across this and my heart is so broken. I used to be Erin baby sitter, years ago .
Her and her brother will always have a very special place in my heart. I will miss her so very much .Just want to say Jill you and Eric and Dan will be in my prayers .
August 17, 2019
Dan,We are very sorry for your loss. Erin was obviously an outstanding person. Our thoughts are with you, Jody and your family at this sad time.Sincerely,Melissa and George
Ilaria Fezzi
August 11, 2019
Dear Erin,
The Daprà Fezzi family from Italy will always remember you as you earned a special place in our hearts. Sending love and prayers to your family and even if we are so far away, we are close to you and your family in this sad moment.
Shandrea Cunningham
August 10, 2019
Erin I'm so grateful you were my 1st roommate in college. I remember the 1st time we spoke on the phone we spoke for hours. Our last conversation just a few weeks ago, though under different circumstances, was just the same. No matter what you were going through, you still made the effort to check on me and my daughter whilst I travel through this dreadful place you referred to as Cancerland. I'll miss you my friend.
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August 10, 2019
Dearest Erin, Goodbye to you, bright star, goodbye to your bright mind and beautiful smile, goodbye to your enchanting laughter and captivating personality.
Goodbye, my wonderful and courageous only daughter. You fought so hard for your life.
Dearest Erin, I will always love you. Dad
Mike Barhorst
August 9, 2019
We work with Eric Dapra at Kalmbach Swine Management. We are all deeply saddened to hear this sad news. our deepest sympathies to your family.
Kathy Miller
August 9, 2019
Dear Jill,
I am saddened to read of your daughters passing. It sounds like you both had many precious memories. I pray these memories give you comfort now and in the days to come.
The Compassionate Friends
August 7, 2019
Dear Dapra Family,
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences. The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet twice monthly in Columbus from 7-9 PM on the second Tuesday and 2-4 PM on the fourth Sunday at Ascension Lutheran Church, 1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229. If and when you are ready to do so, please join us. We need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
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The Compassionate Friends
Columbus, Ohio Chapter
(614) 882-8986
www.tcfcolumbus.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
Mary Alban
August 7, 2019
I am deeply saddened by the news, prayers to all of you.
Ethel Strawser
August 7, 2019
I didn't know this amazing and beautiful young woman but wish that I had. Just her words tell me who she was. Prayers to all of you in this difficult time and just know she truly touch my heart.
Andrea Karn
August 6, 2019
I remember all of us cousins having fun playing at grandma and grandpas farm playing in the barns.. and chicken coop and wagons while all the adults butchered meat! It was fun back in the day! You will be greatly missed! ...
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