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Erica Sheffey Obituary
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for Erica Sheffey
427 Entries
Trina
December 9, 2021
Hey I know we never met but i went to deer valley with you and I always thought you were the prettiest girl on campus im sorry for what happened to you and for some odd reason as im laying in bed you came across my mind idk what sign it is or what it means but rip beautiful
kiara
November 25, 2021
hey eir, just stopping by to say how much i miss you, it´s been super tough and i think about you everyday, you would have done great things down here but instead i know you´re doing great things in heaven, until we meet again! 3LW. you are the greatest.
Amber LeBoeuf
January 6, 2015
Thinking of you and your family in this time of need. Heaven has gained a beautiful woman is what everyone must remember at this time of year. God bless. If you are anything like your father I know you are a kind-hearted, fun gal! xoxoxo
Mia Hernandez
March 29, 2014
I read about you years ago and was so moved by your life/impact that you had on your friends and family. I thought about that beautiful, bright eyed girl that I read about years ago today and came across this page. I hope that your family finds peace in knowing they will see you again. God always chooses his best and brightest to go first, you were too good for this world. Rest in perfect peace.
Love for Howard U
george sheffey
February 17, 2014
Well I ordered your Guestbook a few days ago, so I do not know if this message will be included. Again you are loved, missed by your family and friends. We all wish your were here with us but we know you are in a better place; a happier place.
DWBH
Love you,
Dad
george sheffey
January 9, 2014
It was 6 years ago, January 7th, that we lost a most precious gift granted by God who returned you to be with Him in Heaven. Our love for you never wanes, we think of you every day and miss you with all our hearts and souls.
Love you Eir.
Dad
George sheffey
December 24, 2013
Christmas Eve, 2007 was the last we were able to celebrate with you. You were/are the joy of Xmas. Thinking of you with smiles and tears. Love you Eir.
Dad
george sheffey
May 10, 2013
This is a time of mixed emotions. This would be your time to graduate from college and possibly go forward to law school. You were always a strong person and I believe you would have pursued your dreams and made a success of your future.
Love always
Dad
george sheffey
April 3, 2013
22 years ago today, you entered our lives and brought love and joy to your family and friends. We send you all our love and Happy Birthday wishes.
Love
Dad
Curtis Henderson
March 19, 2013
Rest in peace Erica just read ur story and just had to write this until next time
george sheffey
January 7, 2013
It has been 5 years since we lost you and yet it is as though it were yesterday. We had a 5th memorial last night with so many friends and family, all sharing our love for you. You must feel good that you are loved to that degree. You are/were special and touch our lives everyday.
Love you so much
Dad
george sheffey
December 29, 2012
So today 12/29 would have been your and Chris's 6th anniversary. I remember you had reservations for Ruth Chris at 7 o'clock and were frantic that you were going to be late, so I called the restaurant to assure them that the two of you would definitely be there. You were so relieved. Happy Anniversary Eir.
George Sheffey
December 25, 2012
It is Christmas day 2012. How I remember our last Christmas, how delighted you were in your smile and laughter. Remember you got a new computer monitor and a hand held GPS.
this has been an extra tough year because all dates and days are the same as 2007 and of course 2013 will mirror 2008. I know you took those 20 children and 6 adults into your arms and comforted them. That is your job in Heaven. Your family and friends are thinking of you especially during the holiday season.
Love you my daughter Erica
Daddy
George Sheffey
November 22, 2012
Wanted to send our love on this Thanksgiving day. We have always given thanks for you in our lives. Love you Eir.
George Sheffey
August 9, 2012
Erica, we are going to Orange Lake for the first time without you. I certainly have mixed emotions, on one hand there are memories of much you loved OL; and now being in a familiar environment without you. Come, be there with us in spirit and we will be so happy that you are nearby. Love you sweetie.
Dad
April 4, 2012
" HAPPPY 21st BIRTHDAY
LOVE
The Lopez Family
Medford, NY
George Sheffey
April 4, 2012
April 3rd, a special day for a very special young lady. We celebrate your 21st birthday and your life on this day. Your family and friends say a rousing "Happy Birthday" and send you much love.
Love you Eir
Dad
Ra Ra Rosa
March 31, 2012
Ra Ra Rosa Duarte
March 31, 2012
Eir,
Not a single days go by that I don't think about you. It's really hard to believe that just over four years ago we were hanging out and complaining about all our "problems" and planing our next attack on the boys when we had our "chalking war" going on. When "bow chicka wow wow" was our signature mark on all of our attacks. We really showed them! I miss you, to say the least. And though the pain has lessened, there is still a part of me that will never completely heal. I love you, bestie. To the moon and back, to infinity and beyond, for ever and ever.
george sheffey
January 7, 2012
Today marks 4 years without you. I was thinking how you could and would have brought joy to many lives as you traveled through your life. We knew that you would have done so because you had already shown that to those who loved you and to acquaintances you had just met. You are so missed and loved that words cannot reveal the true depths of our feelings. May God bless you as much as he blessed us with you.
All my love
Dad
April 3, 2011
HAPPY 20th BIRTHDAY !!!!
Love,
Lopez Family
Medford, NY
george sheffey
April 3, 2011
For over a month now, I have heard you saying "my birthday is coming" and then I would remind you that "my birthday comes first, before yours". We would both laugh and our yearly birthday "pokes" would wait for the next year. And now, today, is your 20th birthday. I know our family in Heaven will have a cake and candles for you to make this special.
It is still so difficult to be without you here with us. I love you, miss you and think about you many times a day. Sometimes it brings a little laughter but it always ends with watery eyes.
Happy Birthday Eir. This is a special day and will be so throughout Eternity.
Love you, "DancinChik"
Dad
george sheffey
January 7, 2011
Today, it is three years since God brought you to Heaven to help Him bring joy to the world. I remember that was your specialty on Earth. You gave so much joy and happiness to your family and friends. That is only one reason you will always be loved by all you touched.
I hugged you the other day, I think you felt it also. It was so real.
One day we will smile, hug and say I love you for real
Love from Dad
Donna Sheffey
January 4, 2011
Ahh man, words can't even describe the tumultuous pain not having you around. My kids mean everything to me, so emotionally it's unbelieveably tough especially during the holiday season. I can't even play the xmas music you enjoyed, sang and crazily danced to. One day... one day Erica, I'll find peace; but it's taking time. Love you baby girl and we all miss you. Mom
george sheffey
December 31, 2010
I want to wish my angel a Happy New Year. You are loved and missed.
Love you
Dad
December 25, 2010
It's Christmas day sweetie. It has not been the same without your laughter, singing and dancing and making the holidays a more warm and joyous time.
We rally among family and friends, which makes these times happier.
I have been watching a few taped past Xmas' and just marvel in the energy and happiness you brought everyone's holiday.
Wish you were here but Heaven is where God wanted you.
I love you Erica
Dad
Yara Mtchell
December 6, 2010
R.I.P beautiful
November 25, 2010
Came across this by accident but I can feel how special you were just by seeing how many people truly loved you. I pray that it gets easier for her loved ones God Bless You
Laura Garbe
September 30, 2010
Dear Erica,
here I am again. The strange girl from Germany, who you never. I'm sorry that I posted my letter twice, I really though that I forgot to send the first post, so I began writing a second tetter to you. See how much I care about your? However I keep asking myself: What am I doing??? Sitting here writing to you..... it's feels so strange, and I feel really crazy right now. It's not only that I feel sorry for your family or that I feel sorry for what happened to you....it's more than that. Everytime I think about you or in better words: the person I imagine when I think about Erica Sheffey it hurts so so much and I don't understand why. I really hope your family doesn't mind that I'm writing you, because I obviously had no connection to you. Believe me I tried to figure out why your death hurts me so much, but don't know it, it's something in your eyes, somethinf in your smile. So again: You Erica, were a beutiful person, in and outside and I don't need to acctually know you to know this. I'm sure. Rest in paradise.
Laura from Germany
Laura Garbe
September 29, 2010
Dear Erica,
first I wanted to say that I never met you and until I saw a picture of you recently I had never heard of you. That's because I'm from Germany, so please excuse me if I don't always find the right words. When I first saw your picture it touched my heart in so many ways. You are a beautiful girl, with the sweetest smile and whitout knowing you I just know that you were a wonderful person. It sounds strange, because I don't even know you and I also don't really know why I'm writing you write now and I hope it's not inappropriate. There's just something so special about you Erica and when I saw these photos of you I couldn't do nothing but cry for hours. Especially the picture with you and your boyfriend touched my heart, you just can feel the love between you two. Normally I'm not so sensetive but this was something different....I wanted to know about this amazing girl and then I found this guest book. I know how it is to loose someone you love, because my mother was murdered when I was younger. Now I'm 17, just about the same age you died and I keep asking my self: Why? Why you? Why Erica? Why the girl I don't know, but still think of her a lot? I can't find a logic awser but I guess it's because the good die young. So babygirl, it would have been an honor for me to meet you and all I can say is that I'm so so sorry. Also I hope it's not too strange that I'm writing this right now, something like that has never happened to me before. That someone who I don't know died and I just feel like so deeply hurt, I feel like someone I really really liked died. I don't know why but Erica your death is so hurtful for me, your smile touched my heart like no other ever did before. I know one thing: they love you and they miss you so much, so my love goes out to your family, your friends and your boyfriend. I'll always remeber the day I accidentially saw the photo of Erica Sheffey, the girl that truly changed my life.
Laura from Germany
Laura Garbe
September 29, 2010
Dear Erica,
first I wanted to say that I never met you and until I saw a picture of you recently I had never heard of you. That's because I'm from Germany, so please excuse me if I don't always find the right words. When I first saw your picture it touched my heart in so many ways. You are a beautiful girl, with the sweetest smile and whitout knowing you I just know that you were a wonderful person. It sounds strange, because I don't even know you and I also don't really know why I'm writing you write now and I hope it's not inappropriate. There's just something so special about you Erica and when I saw these photos of you I couldn't do nothing but cry for hours. Especially the picture with you and your boyfriend touched my heart, you just can feel the love between you two. Normally I'm not so sensetive but this was something different....I wanted to know about this amazing girl and then I found this guest book. I know how it is to loose someone you love, because my mother was murdered when I was younger. Now I'm 17, just about the same age you died and I keep asking my self: Why? Why you? Why Erica? Why the girl I don't know, but still think of her a lot? I can't find a logic awser but I guess it's because the good die young. So babygirl, it would have been an honor for me to meet you and all I can say is that I'm so so sorry. Also I hope it's not too strange that I'm writing this right now, something like that has never happened to me before. That someone who I don't know died and I just feel like so deeply hurt, I feel like someone I really really liked died. I don't know why but Erica your death is so hurtful for me, your smile touched my heart like no other ever did before. I know one thing: they love you and they miss you so much, so my love goes out to your family, your friends and your boyfriend. I'll always remeber the day I accidentially saw the photo of Erica Sheffey, the girl that truly changed my life.
Laura from Germany
Mom
August 11, 2010
Hi mama,
Just wanna let you know I think of you every single day and I really love when "coincidental" things happen around us that I know you're actually a part of. Just shows you're looking out for your loved ones down here. Thank you and keep it going; Make my day. Love you sooooo much.
George Sheffey
April 3, 2010
Today is April 3, 2010, the date of your 19th birthday. I will always celebrate your birth and your life.
I think of you so often, sometimes with smiles, sometimes with tears but you fill my heart with joy because you are a part of my life.
I love you my sweet daughter, and hope that love reaches you in Heaven.
Happy birthday, Eir.
Dad
Joie Miller
January 8, 2010
To the family and friends of Erica and all lost in this tradegy-
My name is Joie Miller. First I want to send my deepends sympathies.
I live by the pond where you have set up this beautiful memorial for these angels. It is amazing and absolutly gorgeous. I actually have my son baptized right there in NOvember. Thank you all who made that area possible and so special.
I lost my 2 best friends in an accident as well. Also, Deer Valley students, Jan 14 2006.
To all you out there missing your friends and trying to keep their spirit alive, God Bless you all. It does get easier in time... Just don't ever forget them or let their memory die.
I wish these families all the strength in the world to try and move forward. I can not phathom the pain you are going through.
God Bless all and thank you for allowing our community to be a part of keeping their memory alive with the beautiful pond memorial.
George
January 7, 2010
Erica Lynne Theresa
It has been two years, yet it is today. They say time heals and I am not healed. Your laughter, pure joy, sparkling smile and wonderful personality are so greatly missed. The love and warmth you shared with family and friends can still be seen and felt as we gather to honor you on this day. Did you catch one of the many red baloons that we released in your memory? Stay sweet and caring. You, Marc and Jazz take care of each other and now Brittany("she's just a baby")is in Heaven to play with you.
Love you, Sweetie.
Dad
Chris
December 24, 2009
Its not the same without you this time of the year Erica. I miss and love you so much :(
Shawna Davis
December 7, 2009
Erica,
wow I can't believe i just found out about this today. Its december 7th. Only 18 days until christmas :). This time of year always makes me think of you. I'm going to miss you at the christmas party you know!! I was trying to pick out a present for the white elephant party and i saw shoes like the ones you and jessica brought and i almost bought some since i knew everyone liked them so much. or at least i know i did, i kind of chased you for stealing them from me lol. I wrote a paper for my language class the semester! It was about you of course and how you changed my life, because you of course know you changed my life in more ways than one. I still think about you all the time and as always i love you very much. I pray for you and your family, and of course our friends and everything... I ask God to tell you i love you though incase you're too busy watching over everyone though :) i miss you err-kuh more than you know.
Jessica Grigg
October 10, 2009
Erica, I am sorry I don't talk about you very much... I just don't like thinking about that you are actually gone but just so you know I really do think about you everyday some how something always seems to remind me of you throughout my day! I really wonder how we would of ended up if you would of been here at NAU with me?!? I hate that we didn't get more time together I was only able to have such a short time with you but still was so blessed for that time I had with you! Keep watching out for your family because they miss you dearly... let them know that you are still with them and looking out for them! Love you and miss you!!!!
Nikki Ratcliff
September 25, 2009
Hey Eir, We are all missing you very much down here. Just keep a good watch over all of us. And i wanted to thank you for everything u have given me. You know what im talking about =). Love you and miss you. Keep a close watch on the family, and everyone else.
Don't Worry Be Happy
Anna Ly-Luu
September 7, 2009
Hey Eir,
lol werid I never really called you Eir but it has such a sweet sound to it. I just wanted to say that I miss you... Alot things have been different here now that all of us have gone and left for college. I just wanted you to know that graduation night when I did my speech most of it was all just to you. I had to keep my composer and not break down and cry in front of people. Just the thought of it sucked, of you not being there with us you know.. and we always talked about graduating in allen's class and where we would end up in our futures.. Not a day goes by where you don't cross my mind. I love you Erica! come visit me in my dreams
stephanie sundberg
July 20, 2009
hey Erica i still can't belive you are gone will i just want to say i really miss you so much and that it was to early for you to go i missed whiching you doing your cheerleader stuff and you will always be in my heart forever love you
Jessie Ratcliff
June 10, 2009
Erica!!! words can't even explain how much you are missed!! so much has happened since you have been gone.. and it's still hard to believe that you wont be home when i come over! i know you're having a great time showing off your red comvertable up there and looking sexy in the lawyer suit! lol miss you lots and love you!!!
george sheffey
May 19, 2009
It is graduation day at Deer Valley High School. Your graduation day. I know you will be there, watching over your friends and family, giving them comfort. It will not be easy to attend but representing you and the person you became is something your family wants to do.
This day brings memories of an intelligent young lady and the hopes and dreams for her to have a fruitful and productive life.
In a quiet way, we celebrate what you mean to your high school and its community.
Our enduring love and thoughts are always with you.
george sheffey
April 3, 2009
I know you are enjoying your 18th birthday in Heaven. I know we want you here with us to bask in your delight of the many happy wishes, the celebration you know your family and friends would hold and watch you brighten our lives on YOUR special day. Please know that April 3rd of every year will be celebrated as it is that wonderful day that brought you into the lives of so many people and made us all so much better for it
All my love, Sweetie
Daddy
Vanessa
April 3, 2009
Happy Birthday Beautiful...
We Love and Miss you
Lhea Miller
March 30, 2009
i miss you eir bear! your birthday is in 4 days! the big 18! i miss you!
Kevin Beatty
February 14, 2009
Hey Erica, Happy Valentine's Day, Chris misses you so does Jasmine Thompson, Jessica Grigg, Marisa Gibson, Tahanee Waqia, Mykala Cain, Samantha Rasmussen, Paige Thomas, Lisa Relf, Whitney Grande, the dance team, the spiritline and coaches Crystal Tuscano and Vicki Jones and your family misses you very much. We all missed you and Marc and Jasmine very much and we wish you a happy valentine's day.
Ashley Dourlein
February 8, 2009
Erica,
I am sorry i have not talked to you on here before but i just found out about this today. I will try to get on here as much as possible and leave you a note.
I miss you so much and wish that you were still here with all of us. The dance concert was hard in april of 08 i know you were there with us all dancing with us on stage. That dance concert was dedicated for you and performance dance will never forget you. You were an amazing dancer and I am sad that I will never see you perform again. I remember you coming to me almost every day saying "ashley... um... did you maybe do your history homework?" haha I pretty much expected that question from you but it never bothered me. Language was awesome sophomore year with you. You always looked so gorgeous everyone said so. You could come with your hair up and in sweats and be like I pretty much just woke up and everyone is like really? cause you look beautiful! Your smile would light up an entire room!
I remember when we found out that we were both dating guys named Chris haha that was funny I dont know why we thought it was funny but we did. Some days in dance I start to think about you and how different everything would be in there if you were still here with us. Did you notice the scrapbook paper that Mrs. Fasula hung on her wall? There are some pretty amazing pictures of you that she has! I like to look at them when I get the chance it helps me when I need it.
I miss you a lot and I hope you are doing well in heaven! I always wonder what its like up there?? I bet its beautiful and your having a lot of fun. I know that your one of the most beautiful angels up there and I want you to continue to watch over everyone on earth! Stay with your family and stay near chris. We all miss you very much and things would be much different if you were still here but times change and we must go with it. And... Dont worry be happy right? I try to live by that and it tends to help. I want to thank you for being my friend and I am so thankful that I got to be in your life for the short time that I was. I loved being your friend even though we werent that close.
I Miss you a lot and I cant wait to meet you up there someday. Keep smiling you keep the sky looking pretty!
love you so much
Ashley
Saundra Haynes-Arrington, Esq.
January 8, 2009
Dear George and family,
Shannon reminded me of your great, unspeakable loss and just wanted you to know you and yours are in my prayers. There is no getting over such a loss.... there is only the pushing through grief and taking the moments one by one, and finally, holding onto the love that somehow survives and remains forever ...
God Bless
Saundra
Terry and Evelyn Richards
January 8, 2009
It has been a year and we so much enjoyed Erica and her Mother's visit to Sag. Maybe it was God's way of giving us a little time with such a lovely young lady who had left us for the wild west. We recently saw a movie about cheer leading and thought warmly of the adventures she told us about. On this day as every day, we send love.
Terry, Evelyn, Omar, Reina, Panda
Shannon Richards
January 8, 2009
Uncle George, Donna and Steven –
Synthia, Gail and I send you all the love we can manifest to ease the pain of today; and those of the past year and those of the days that come. We miss Erica terribly. I want you to know Erica's spirit continues, without question. You already know this from your words and faith shared here in this remembrance. You know this from the love you have for Erica, and the presence lost that you forever mourn. We know here in NYC because Synthia remembers (as do we all). I haven't found the courage to explain to Synthia that the "new cousin" she met 2 years ago on the beach in Sag Harbor ... isn't here any longer. Synthia remembers Erica playing with her in the front yard overlooking the bay and on the beach. She remembers Erica riding the jetski with “Pop-pop.” She remembers that Erica is a cheerleader, and cheerleaders are strong jumping and tumbling athletes. She remembers that Erica is a smart, hardworking student and beautiful young woman who showed great caring for a little cousin she had just met. Erica’s spirit continues here with our family.
One day I will find the courage to tell Synthia, and I will try to explain what is unexplainable. On that day I will remind Synthia that the memories of the day in Sag with Erica … that first and enduring impression of meeting her new cousin … the extraordinary young woman Erica was, was to be and will always be in our hearts … is a wonderful example of the love and potential Synthia herself might look too.
Uncle … I look at my daughter just the way you told me to almost a year ago. I value above all the blessings of every moment we share, every laugh we express and any tears we wipe away. I will always remember your loving guidance at a time of unbearable pain.
Donna … I remember you sitting on the sand and not taking your eyes off Erica for an instance why she rode the jetski with Dad (Terry). I remember you were supportive, but not thrilled when Erica came back to the shallows only to switch with Dad so she could ride seated first on the jetski and manage the controls. I remember that amazing smile on Erica’s face after she finished riding, ready to go again.
Steven … I have no words. You lost your sister. I can’t imagine Sean not being here even though we don’t see much of each other. You are always loved! You are family no matter the time and distance apart. You are remembered as we remember Erica.
Well … I’ve upheld the family banner of running on and on and on. Please find a small smile in the enduring fact a Richards’ can’t say anything short. Also and always, please try to find a small smile in the lasting love your families (NYC, Brooklyn, Chicago, FL, Farmingdale, AZ, and everywhere) have for you.
We love her. We miss her. We love you … always.
Donna Sheffey
January 7, 2009
Eir,
Babe, this past year has absolutely been the worse year of my entire life. What an emotional upheaveal!! I pray in years to come, I can regain my complete faith and at least accept your loss. On this one year anniversary, it still seems so fresh and unreal. Life as we knew it, is no longer; and the adjustments have been tough. I do hold wonderful memories of your presence however. OH MAN, HOW I HAVE CHERISH THEM!!!!! Going forward, I will need your continued help to watch over all of us, as I'm sure that's one of your "duties" in heaven. Once my job is done here, I will sure to join you.
What a reunion that would be!!!!!!!
Love you always,
Mom,
PS. We had a huge turnout at the Memorial last night for you and Marc. (Gee-what am I saying? you probably already knew that) Well, hope you guys were'nt fighting over all the balloons that came your way. I really enjoyed the cheerleaders and Ms T. singing for you Eir. It was huge for me, them being there.
George Sheffey
January 7, 2009
It has been a year since we lost you. Today the sun is shinning which I know is your brightness watching over us. It has been a lonely year without that spark that is truly your essence. I hear songs that you would sing at the top of your lungs or to which you would twirl/dance, and there is both sadness and joy at the same time. You are so greatly missed. Heaven is so fortunate to have you but I am so selfish as to want you here with us. My love goes with you in your journeys, it will never fade and will endure beyond when we are together again.
With all my Love
Dad
Vanessa Clarke
January 5, 2009
Baby Girl,
Sweet Erica... It's crazy, when I think of you, I still think of that adorable little girl living next door that I babysat... I picture your sweet smile and your, bright eyes. I pretend your still in Arizona, living your life, and doing all the wonderful things that I've known since you were a little girl you were going to do. But I can't keep pretending anymore. Tomorrow will be a year since so many lives were changed forever and it still just doesn't make any sense to me.
I remember getting that phone call in the middle of the night and trying SO hard to rub the sleep from my eyes and wake up because all I kept thinking was that I MUST BE having a horrible nightmare... This COULDN"T BE REAL. But the pain that everyone feels from your loss is real Erica... The countless moments your family and friends spend missing you is real...
And the heartbreak felt by the people who are now forced to go on without you, yeah... that's real too.
For the past year I have stopped in here ever so often to read about the profound effect you have had on the people in your life. Reading all the feelings of love, loss & sadness, felt by everyone who knew you, but never quite feeling ready to write down my own...
Well, today I feel ready baby girl.
I feel ready to tell you that your beautiful picture still hangs right beside my mirror and that I look at you and smile at you every morning. I want to tell you that I think about your parents and brother every single day and sometimes hate myself for not calling or writing more often, but the simple truth behind why I don't is that I just DON'T know what to say...
I want you to know how proud I am of the amazing young woman you have become (and that I knew you would be.) And I really want to tell you that I love you and I always will.
All My Love Always,
Ness
George Sheffey
December 29, 2008
Honey, I know this is your and Chris' second anniversary. Our thoughts have been with the two of you leading up to this day. I know he is thinking of you all day and would give anything to celebrate in your loving arms. Watch over him and comfort him, he misses you greatly.
Love
Dad
George Sheffey
December 25, 2008
Merry Christmas Sweetie. It is our first Christmas without you physically but we know you are with us spiritually. We decorated but a true feeling of the holiday was absent. Miss your delighted glee, fore we know what Xmas means to you. It is almost one year and time does not heal all wounds. I hope that Xmas was a joy for you in Heaven and that we will have that feeling again when we are together again.
Love You
Dad
December 19, 2008
In this past year it has been truly amazing seeing how many people loved you and how many lives you touched. We should all be so lucky to accomplish in our whole lives what you were able to in 16 short years, and to say we did it surrounded with as many people who love us as you have who love you. You may not be here physically but your presence here every day is overwhelming, whether it is your friends, family, or just passers-by who you have affected, and that is really the greatest gift of all, to say you have impacted so many lives to the extent you have.
George Sheffey
November 26, 2008
Sweetie, it is the day before Thanksgiving and I sit here with my heart crying out for you. I hope you know how much you are missed and loved. I only wish you were here beside me, to hug you and tell you face to face "I Love You." Your spirit and energy are still with us and we will take those into our hearts and minds to help us get through the holidays. Be happy in Heaven, help us understand. Until we are together again, all my love to you.
Dad
Kevin Beatty
October 4, 2008
Hey Erica, Chris misses you and so does the dance team and so does Jessica Grigg, Jasmine Thompson, Mykala Cain, Lisa Relf, Marisa Gibson, Nicole Ratcliff, Paige Thomas, coaches Vicki Jones, and Crystal Tuscano and the spiritline members and your family misses you so much. I missed you, Marc and Jasmine very much.
Sarah Wood
August 13, 2008
Hey Erica,
When i found out that you and marc were gone i dropped down on my knees and started to cry. You were one of the nicest people to me at DVHS. I didnt mind helping you in chemistry but its so sad that you're gone. I still cry to this day because it just doesnt make sense to me how something like this could have happened. Who would have ever known. I miss you and marc I just dont know how to over come this. I know your safe where you are and you will be looking down on us and keeping us safe. Gurl i miss you.
Sincerely,
Sarah
MOM
August 8, 2008
Hey mama,
So its been 7 miserable months. Most days it feels like day 1. Still don't believe you're not here physically with us. I miss you in the worse way. Your touch, your smile, and pure craziness. I'll always cherish the memories of us getting ready in the mornings, watching you change outfits over and over again and fussing with your hair. I kept telling you that you looked just fine, but you had to be perfect. :) I also miss watching you dance around the house with your new found grace. I was so proud of how you advanced in dance. (Still am.) You were the engine of the family that propelled so much energy, excitement, and drama into our lives. And now there's no more. There are no words to describe how difficult life is without you. Keeping purposely busy is all I can do. Thank God for work; otherwise, I probably would be committed by now. All I can say is I can't wait to see and be with you again. I'll try to keep your legacy going for as long as I can. Will also remain close to Chris and your dearest friends as long as they need. I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!
George Sheffey
August 8, 2008
It is now seven months and 1 day since we lost you. I, and I do not believe I am alone in the thought, that your loss is still unbelieveable. They say life goes on but your presence was a large part of the joy in my life. There is laughter but not the same since January 7, 2008. As you know, we talk every day and that bring a measure of comfort.
The school year starts Monday and I know you will be watching over your Senior classmates, encouraging them spiritually and emotionally.
Sweetie, this will be my last entry into your guestbook. I love you, I miss you, and the only salvation is that you are with God, who will never allow you to be sad ever again. Keep that bright smile, strong and warm personality and your ability to inspire all who knew you.
All my love forever,
Daddy
chris
July 19, 2008
ERICA,
i cant even describe how much i miss you babe things are getting worse it seems like nights just pass by but im still not going i feel like im still stuck on jan 6 talking to you waiting for you to get home i feel like im still talking to you on that late phone call on jan 5 while u were messing with sam while she was sleeping i still cant understand this i dont understand why u had to leave so early you have so much going for you and WE had so much planned for us for our future and it seems like all that got taken away from us and you got taken away from your family so young i just dont get it. There isnt a day that i wake up that im not thinking was that just a bad dream i just cant take it. Everytime i try and think of wut really happened and that your gone i feel sick im scared to go foward i feel like i need to still be there waiting for you. i just cant go on its so hard getting up thinking WOW SHES NOT HERE ev everyday cant i hate it it makes you never wanna get out of bed never wanna leave :( i love you erica
forever.
lhea miller
June 5, 2008
oh eir bear!
i still dont believe it. no one knows besides me you and sam how crazy growing up was with us three. sleep overs in sams back yard freezing! making pop corn with hot sause at 2 in the morning. the tumbeling classes. messin with Mr. Dunn haha locking him out of his class room! you two always blamed me for that stuff =] but of course i didnt mind taking the blame! im go glad i shared my childhood and our first years growing up in high school. our next step was handeling college but we will have to do that one without you here but in our hearts. its gonna be hard for me because school isnt my favorite but stay with me! i love you! and i miss you alot!
le le.
stephanie sundberg
May 27, 2008
hey honey i miss u and u are missing everything chris is doing ok and he said that he loves u and that he pray for u you were the best cheerleader ever u were the best one out there u are a very pretty girl rest in peace love u
Erica's National Cheerleading teamates. photo by Rich Prince
April 20, 2008
Brother Steven with Dedication plaque. photo by Rich Prince
April 20, 2008
Erica's Dedication plaque. photo by Rich Prince
April 20, 2008
Neighbors responsilble for Dedication. photo by Rich Prince
April 20, 2008
Memorial Dedication 4/6/08 photo by Rich Prince
April 20, 2008
Here I am working with my new camera
April 20, 2008
Grandma and Grandad's grandchildren
April 20, 2008
Enjoying Sag Harbor with Mom and cousins. 2006
April 20, 2008
Chris' Junior Prom 2007
April 20, 2008
Celebrating Chris' B-D at DiamondBacks game.
April 20, 2008
Erica checking out Mom's present. Dec.2007
April 20, 2008
Erica's last Xmas with us. Dec. 2007
April 20, 2008
Kevin Beatty
April 18, 2008
Erica, I am sorry about your loss we have an invitational just for you and all of us are gonna miss you and so is the cheerleading squad and the track team. They love you very much and we will remember you, marc and jasmine. Our hearts will be with you and them. So all of the track group and i will be having a speech just for you. Happy 17th girl.
Kevin Beatty
April 18, 2008
Erica, I am sorry about your loss we have an invitational just for you and all of us are gonna miss you and so is the cheerleading squad and the track team. They love you very much and we will remember you, marc and jasmine. Our hearts will be with you and them. So all of the track group and i will be having a speech just for you. R.I.P. Erica
Britney West
April 15, 2008
EIR-i have been having a really hard time with you not calling me all the time screaming my name and asking questions about what to do about chris,, you used to tell me that i was so bad, honestly i never thought i was that bad until i realized you wouldnt lie to me about the things you thought i should do,, eri as soon i as come meet you in heaven i promise i will wear abrocrombie jeans just for you. eirca i wish you were hear to talk to about everything, i never told you this eirca but i NEVER cared when anyone tried to lead me down the right path unless you were the one saying it to me. i love you so much erica just please watch my back and let me know when i am doing wrong so i can fix it, i miss you and love you erica see you soon, i cant sleep anymore i dont know why i almost cry everynight telling you and marc good night, oh lordy erica i love you, thank you for everything,
Anna Lopez
April 6, 2008
Dear Erica
Happy 17th Birthday !!
Love,
Lopez Family
Brandon Figaro
April 3, 2008
Hey Erica,
Just wanted to say Happy B-day. Even though it would have been 17 years, it still feels like an important day. Have a great b-day!
George Sheffey
April 3, 2008
Well it is your birthday today. Your seventeenth. And even though you were brought to Heaven before today, we say Happy Birthday and honor your life. In our hearts and minds, and in God's truth every April 3rd for eternity is your birthday. Keep our love for you in your heart as we keep your love in ours.
Daddy
March 23, 2008
March 23, 2008
The Church of Ephesus Bishop Barbara Travis
March 3, 2008
Sorry to hear of your loss! May God bless and keep you.
Cheli and Michael Figaro
February 19, 2008
Erica,
Everyday we think that today is the day we will understand why God took you home so soon. We keep looking for that wisdom, but all we know for sure is that there is a tremendous hole in our hearts and in our family that can never be filled. In almost every room in our house there are now and have always been pictures of you at every age and stage. Your pictures are right next to the pictures of your cousins Brandon, Alexandra and Caroline. In every family, but in small families in particular, every child is so precious because we have so few of them. You are our only niece. Last summer we bought the card we planned to send to you for your birthday this April. Sometimes it's hard to find the perfect "niece" card when you need it, so we got it ahead of time so we would have it for you. We love you. Please watch over all of us as we try to figure out how to deal with losing you.
Love,
Aunt Cheli and Uncle Michael
PS - Alexandra finally got her back handspring.
Sharon Gilbert
February 16, 2008
Erica:
You brought such joy and inspiration to all you touched. God made you very special. You came to do what you were meant to do on earth and now you are back with God in heaven. I know that you are watching over your family and friends and will continue to be a guiding force in their lives.
Lopez
February 16, 2008
Dear Donna,George and Steven.
We are heartbroken to hear about Erica. Out thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Anna, Nicky, Virginia and Victoria
Brandon Figaro
February 12, 2008
Hey Erica, Its your cousin Brandon.
I'm Sorry I didn't write yet. I've been busy working up to your goals in school and everything in between. I really miss your texts and calls. I remember how you were upset when you saw me 2 summers ago and I was taller than you. Steven, Hang in there. I'm here for you. Erica, I can't wait til I see you again.
Megan Homsey
February 8, 2008
Hey Eir- It's been really weird not hearing you laugh or seeing you everyday looking so gosh darn pretty even in sweats, but i still feel you here. There have already been so many times when i KNOW you're around; I think that's what's helping me. Well, I know you're up there looking down on all of us and helping us with our lives. I LOVE YOU!
-Megan
VICKI JONES
February 8, 2008
ERICA-I LOVE YOU. YOU INSPIRED AND TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES. THE WORLD IS A BETTER PLACE BECAUSE OF YOU. I WILL BE FOREVER THANKFUL FOR THE TIME I HAD WITH YOU. YOUR INNER STRENGTH AND POSITIVE ATTITUDE MADE YOU A CHAMPION OVER AND OVER AGAIN. YOU ARE IN MY HEART ALWAYS. HOW BLESSED I HAVE BEEN TO KNOW YOU. LOVE, MS. JONES (DEER VALLEY CHEER COACH)
Mom
February 8, 2008
Eir, hi mama, I just couldn't resist one more time to say I Love you. You know I just enjoy staring at your pictures. You are sooo beautiful, but you know that already, don't you? lol. Well watch over us babe; knowing you, you'd probably excel as one of the best angels in heaven. I miss you a bunch. Much love and tons of kisses.
Nicole Grigg
February 7, 2008
Erica,
I miss seeing you're face and hearing your voice and hearing the joy in Jessica's voice when she would talk about you. She always talked so highly of you. She loves you so much. She's having a hard time without you, and having her best friend. I know she looked to you for everything...and found comfort in you. Remind her she is not alone, and fill her heart with your love and presence.
I miss you baby girl. Remind all those here on Earth that are in pain that God does have a plan..and you're apart of that pllan. It's amazing how many lives have been changed already.
Donna, George, and Steven--Thank you again for all you have done, for letting Erica be apart of our family as well. Thank you for opening your home and arms for Jessica. She loves you all dearly, and has been harding a hard time without her. Remind her of the love and joy of Erica all around.
God bless.
Forever in my prayers,
Nicole Grigg
February 7, 2008
Deer Valley Spiritline Forever
February 7, 2008
Jessica Grigg
February 7, 2008
Erica don't even know where to start! Except for this is so hard! I hate not being able to see you! But wow me and you had some good times together!!! From us going shopping together. Trying to go christmas shopping and we end up shopping for ourselves. Calling each other when we were stressed or frustrated just so we could complain to each other about it. New years was fun! We wanted to have a game night so badly. Us playing catch phrase we were good at it! Than me, you, sam, mercedes, paige staying up pretty much all night just talking. The last night we hung out together when I came over with chilies and I made you try the queso that acutally liked! Than trying to pick a movie to watch and started to watch john tucker must die but we got bored so than we went and played video games and you kicked my butt at it! We always had so much fun when we would hang out! The thing that tears me apart is knowing that I'm not able to be able to keep making more memories with you! It is so hard not being able to hang out with you are just talk to you! I know your in a better place. I just wish you didn't have to go so soon! You made such a difference in my life and I am so blessed I was able to become so close with you! This years cheer routine is for you!!!!
I love you Erica!
Can't wait until I am able to see you again!
Maci
February 7, 2008
WHat can i say about you erica? You were such an amazing person. I had the wonderful oppurtunity to cheer with you adn that was truley amazing. Not only did me you and sam hit it off as cheerleaders but we were also friends. I remeber those nights n church we always got in trouble for laughing during prayer and the ring pops...lol good times. Erica i knew you were gonna go far inlife. You cheered like no tomorrow and you lived like it was your last day on earth. You could brighten anyday and that is something that i will always remeber about you!! Thank you for being in my life. It means so much and its hard to think i wont be able to see you. But i can tell from pictures you made life woeth living and just had fun. And that is what its all about!!
Janine McKay
February 6, 2008
Erica, I feel like I didn't call you enough, I feel like I didn't see you enough, I feel like I wasn't the best big sister I could have been to you, But Everytime I think these thoughts I hear you saying "Don't worry be Happy". Its funny because when I was 16 AND YOU WERE 2 YEARS OLD that was one of my favorite songs. You are one of the greatest people I know and I am honored to be able to call you my family. You are always in my heart and I HOPE YOU KNOW HOW MUCH I LOVE YOU.
Your Big Sis, Janine
Steven Sheffey
February 6, 2008
Eir, I need you to come bust in my door, jump on my bed and ask me what im doing like you always do. I can't begin to explain how I feel. I miss you so much I would do anything to bring you back. But I know that you are in Heaven for a reason. I remember everything you've taught me. Even now your teaching me and guiding me. Remember how you would always come and ask me for help with a writing assignment and you would always bring up that story I wrote my sophmore year? The one with the sub zero grip. I always loved helping you out. No matter what it was. You were the straight A student not me, yet you always let me help you out. I know you know this already because we talk all the time, but you really push me to try and be up to your level. You just amaze me in every way. Everything you do you did it with a smile as bright as can be. You always did what made you happy everyday. You are my inspiration and you always have been. I'm so proud to be your bro. I know your already proud of me, but I'm going to keep my promise to you because there's so much more I want to do. Eir you might be my little sister...but your also my big sister. I love you.
~ Brother
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