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Erick Smith Obituary
Born: Aug. 28, 1991; in Joliet, IL
Died: Nov. 21, 2014; in Richmond, VA
Erick "E" David Smith, age 23, passed away suddenly, November 21, 2014, at his home in Richmond, VA.
Born on August 28, 1991, in Joliet, and a lifelong Channahon area resident before moving to Richmond, VA one and one half year ago.
Left behind to cherish his loving memory are his grieving parents, David and Susan (nee Tucci) Smith; and his two sisters, Kyla and Kara Smith, all of Channahon; his best friend and "brother", Joseph Smith of Channahon; his uncles, Kenneth (Angie) Tucci of Jacksonville, FL and Michael (Leah) Tucci of South Elgin, IL; his cousins, Alixandria Tucci, and Michael, Matthew and Carmen Tucci; great aunts and uncles; second cousins; and his faithful feline companion, Lily.
Preceded in death by his grandparents, Kenneth and Gloria (nee Venske) Tucci, Donald R. Smith, Sr., and Dorothy (nee Block) Smith.
Erick was a graduate of the University of Illinois with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, and where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity. A graduate of Minooka Community High School, Class of 2009, where he excelled academically and in football and baseball. Employed by Capital One in Richmond, VA as a computer engineer.
Erick loved all of his family very much. He was a wonderful son and brother. He cared deeply, loved much, and laughed a lot! He touched so many people's lives from Minooka High School to the University of Illinois, to Capital One. Erick had many friends and cared deeply about everyone he knew. He was kind, compassionate and loving. He lit up a room with his contagious smile, loved to joke around, and especially loved to come home to "torment" his sisters. His sisters rarely left his side when he was home. He adored his cat, Lily, and took many selfies of the two of them.
We cannot express in words how Erick was such a loving, wonderful, caring and funny son! He will be extremely missed. He was an all around great guy.
Funeral services for Erick David Smith will be Wednesday, November 26, 2014, at 10:00 a.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
For information (815) 741-5500 or visit www.fredcdames.com to leave a condolence on his Book of Memories.
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Memories and Condolences
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December 20, 2014
Sue, Kara and family, I just found out of your tragic loss and can't express how deeply sorry I am! I will keep you in my prayers and may God provide you with much needed comfort! Gail Hickman
Diana and John Hicks
December 12, 2014
Sue,Dave,Kyla and Kara. My heart goes out to you. I know your loss is a great one. Erik was a wonderful young man We really enjoyed working with him at Cardinal Fitness, he was always smiling! May he rest in Paradise
Carole Colclasure
November 29, 2014
So sorry for your loss of your handsome son.
Ms. Shawn Bailey
November 27, 2014
Hello, this is Shawn Bailey, mother to Lance Creath. I never met Erick, but Lance tells me that he was THE MAN. Lance thought so much of him and felt him to be a kindred brother. Having lost his own brother, that is saying a lot. I am grieving and I didn't even know Erick, so I know the pain for you is unfathomable. Though I am a stranger, I have kept you in my prayers over the last several days.
David Pleski
November 27, 2014
Dave,Sue and family,i am so sorry for this tragic loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you through these tough times,if there is anything i can do for you please let me know.You have my deepest sympathy.
November 27, 2014
Dave very sorry to hear of your loss my aunt Marian told my mother Mary Ellen Soto. My prayers are with you and your family.Brian Larsen
Rose Sullivan
November 26, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss of your son & brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm sorry I missed the services. I heard the news after the services had already taken place. :( May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. With my deepest sympathy.
Love, Rose Sullivan
Phyllis Golliher-Ingraham
November 25, 2014
So sorry for your loss Dave. Thinking of you and you family.
Jenny Zameic
November 25, 2014
Sue, you and your family are in my thoughts.
Marylou Raether
November 25, 2014
The Smith family. My deepest condolences on the passing of Erick. It sounds like he was a wonderful man.
November 25, 2014
Dear Sue and Dave, sorry for the lost of your son Erick. We are so lost for words to express how sad and heart broken we are for you and your Family. We can not imagine what you are going through. Our Prayers are with you and your Family. If there is anything we can do don't hesitate to ask. Once again our Prayers are with you and your Family.
Delores and John Rees
November 25, 2014
This weighs heavy on our hearts. We are all so truly sorry to hear about Erick The Shelly's
Gary and Michelle Gudac
November 25, 2014
Sue, Dave and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Erick. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With our sincerest sympathy.
November 25, 2014
Erick will be truly missed, he was a young man that all our sons should aspire to be. Good bless you all in this time sadness.
-The Moons-
The Butlers
November 25, 2014
Words cannot express our sadness. Erick was such a wonderful guy . Our prayers are with you and your Family.
November 24, 2014
Sue, I am so sorry for you and your family with the passing of your son. My prayers are being sent your way. I had to call Peggy at Dr. Marconi's office to double check, but know we talked about your Uncle Rich Tucci and Jeannette. Ruthann Baskerville
Arrieta Family
November 24, 2014
We cannot begin to imagine what you are feeling, but let us share our heart-felt condolences. Erick were roommates with our son Jordan during their 2012 summer internship at Capital One. We knew from the time we first met Erick how vibrant and personable Erick was. Please accept our prayers and sympathies.
Leslie McGinnis
November 24, 2014
I will always have sweet memories of Erick growing up with my boys and playing in the neighborhood. My heart breaks with sadness at your loss. You are in my thoughts and have my deepest sympathies.
Jeanine prest
November 24, 2014
Sue, Dave and family no words can express how deeply sad I feel for you ...I understand loss but not of a child or sibling my thoughts prayers and love are there for you ....
Angela Clark
November 24, 2014
I will never forget growing up as neighbors and friends. Prayer to the Smith family
Michael Howard
November 24, 2014
My heart is so heavy. What a terrible loss. My deepest sympathies and prayers for you and your family.
November 24, 2014
Dear Sue, Dave and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely, Gary and Michelle(Siefert)Gudac
November 24, 2014
So sorry for your loss! Our Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
The Price Family
Deborah & Thomas Murphy
November 24, 2014
Mr. & Mrs. Smith, We are so very shaken and saddened by the news. Please accept our sincere and heartfelt condolences.
(Tim's Parents)
Darren & Carol Cissell
November 24, 2014
We are so incredibly sorry to hear of the loss of Erick. Our thoughts and prayers are and always will be with all of you.
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