Eric Andrew Andreasen, 45, of Silver Spring, Maryland, died suddenly on July 22, 2014.
He was born Dec. 8, 1968, in DeKalb, and graduated from DeKalb High School in 1987. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science from University of Washington-Seattle, and earned Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Wisconsin- Madison in toxicology. Eric completed postdoctoral positions at the University of Colorado in Denver and Oregon State University in Corvallis, Oregon with Dr. Robert Tanguay. For the past eight years, Eric was employed as a toxicologist at the Food and Drug Administration in Silver Spring.
Eric was a beloved son, brother, uncle, friend, colleague and neighbor. He was known and admired for his scientific excellence, compassion, friendliness, dry wit, and his love of the outdoors. A lifelong athlete, Eric grew up swimming for the DSCT and DeKalb High School Swim team, and then hiked, ran, scuba dove and biked as an adult. He enjoyed adventures and travel with friends and family. Throughout his life, Eric avidly followed the DeKalb Barbs and NIU football teams.
Eric is survived by his parents, Haakon and Carol Andreasen of DeKalb; siblings, Sara and Steve Hopkins of Newton, Iowa, Amy and Roger Ochs of Dallas, Texas, Karl Andreasen and Cynthia Strand of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Elsa and Robert Glover of DeKalb; and nephews and nieces, Anders and Peder Hopkins, Lyle and Lars Ochs, Nils, Finn and Liv Andreasen, and Nickolai and Julia Glover.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. Aug. 2, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in DeKalb. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Silver Spring. Burial will be in Carlton, Minnesota.

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Published by Daily Chronicle from Jul. 28 to Aug. 3, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for ERIC ANDREASEN

49 Entries

Christiane Loehr

July 22, 2025

Holding you in my memory by keeping our co-authored publications posted in my office as a constant reminder: of the positive impact a single person can have on others and how fleeting and precious life is.

Lisa

July 22, 2025

Eric is missed by family and friends. You touched so many lives. Your wit will stay with all of us!!

Christiane

July 23, 2024

It is hard to believe that it has been 10 years since Eric's passing. I still miss him. He was a kind soul and a talented scholar. I appreciate the impact he had on my life and that of others. I am treasure the memory of him hold him close to my heart.

Jackie

July 22, 2024

Eric I cannot believe it has been 10 years. I think of you daily and our hikes, trail runs, international travel and of course cooking together. I loved our Fridays. when you would text me and ask what wine or beer you should pair with Friday dinner and then I loved that we would cook together even though in separate places. Such good memories. Love you and always will.

Olivia

June 5, 2023

Eric, I'm at White Oak today. No one is here. "Flexiscam" lol is four days a week now. I can picture you so clearly in my mind and I still pause walking by your old office.

I miss you. I can't believe it's been almost 9 years. I'm so sorry. I wish we had had more of a sense of community for you and for us. I hope your spirit is somewhere beautiful. Olivia

Jackie

July 25, 2022

Eric you will always hold a special place in my heart..

Christiane

July 24, 2022

Thinking of you, Eric....

Christine

July 22, 2022

We miss Eric every day.

Jackie

July 23, 2021

I loved Eric's wit and humor and he made me laugh on daily basis. He made mom laugh as well even though she barely spoke any English, but Eric knew how to get his humor across. I miss his daily 1 line emails that I would get daily and would just make me laugh out loud.
Eric you are dearly missed and will never be forgotten.

Christine

July 22, 2021

Not a day goes by that his work family doesn´t think of Eric. We miss him.

Christiane

July 22, 2021

I pinned a copy of our co-authored paper on the wall next to my office door. Every evening, when I leave the office, I am reminded of you (and our collaborative work)!

Lisa Ellefson

July 22, 2020

one funny memory with Eric was when my mother, Inga was visiting me in Boise. Eric knew my mom was here and sent the most funny ( dry Humor) email to us.. especially teasing Aunt Inga. I have that email to this day.. love to your family and friends, and to you as well ❤

October 14, 2014

Karl, Cynthia and family--
Sorry to hear about your loss..

The Sandlers

August 13, 2014

Dear Andreasen Family. I worked with Eric at the FDA and wanted to let you know that we grieve with you. Eric was such a lovely man. Our prayers are with you all. Celia Peacock

August 8, 2014

Dear Beda, Hokey, Sara, Amy, Karl & Elsa,

I was saddened to learn of your loss. How wonderful it would have been to have known Eric as an adult. I would have enjoyed learning all about the science that he mastered. Your family was always a blessing to be around and I looked forward to visits by the Andreasens! I can remember playing with Sara & Amy while trying to keep Karl & Eric from infringing on our fun. I wonder if Eric was one of the ones with a bucket during your visit to Esko when so many of us got the flu. I have prayed for your family often since learning the sad news.

In Christ's Love,
Kim Juntunen Eckhardt

Marissa

August 6, 2014

Rest in peace Eric.
To the Family, may our Heavenly Father
Give you the strength in this saddest moment. You are in our prayers. Marissa

Rebecca (Glenn) Hood

August 4, 2014

Amy, and all family,
My brother Dave shared this news, which is beyond comprehension. I'm praying for you, and trust God is holding you closely.

Inge Ditrichs Houghton

August 3, 2014

Dear Andreasen Family,
I am very sorry to hear the news of Eric's passing. Growing up on Laurel Lane, many times we would play with the same group of neighborhood kids; bike riding, jumping on trampolines, playing baseball, etc... I remember Eric as always kind, soft spoken at times, but funny as well and truly genuine.

Please know, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

August 2, 2014

I loved and have many memories of Eric. My most outstanding is when Eric just showed up at my door for a 3 day visit. Had such a good time catching up. And then we went for a bike ride...so relaxing until I feel into a bush...Eric thought that was quite funny and never let me forget it as we e-mailed some. I am deeply sorry for the family with this loss of a loving son and brother. You are all in my prayers lisa e.

Glen and Dawn Ericksen

August 1, 2014

Sara. Elsa, and the whole family. You are in our thoughts at this sad time.

Chong M. Kim

July 31, 2014

To friends and family of Eric, my deepest condolences for the sudden loss. It seemed that our seven years together at the FDA just flashed by. We were colleagues and friends and enjoyed good times at work and after hours. His warmth, kindness, and love of Korean food will be forever remembered.

Beth Siddens

July 31, 2014

To all of Eric's family and friends,Like you I feel so sad from this loss because of how special Eric was and how much he touched the lives of those who knew him. While Eric was at OSU we were "lab neighbors" and looked forward to Eric stopping by our office to check out the day's chocolate selection and tell us a funny story or just to chat. Eric was such a bright, insightful, witty man who understood human nature far better than most. He will not be forgotten. Rest in peace my friend.

Mike Pifko

July 31, 2014

My condolences and deepest sympathies to Eric's family, co-workers and friends. Having started school a year ahead of Eric, I don't think I realized we are less than a month apart in age. I swam with Eric since we were 5 or 6, most of the time in the same lane, and we were always pushing each other to do better. He was such a great guy and admirable competitor when we were kids. The childhood friendship, plus the hours of practice and friendly competition we had with each other have had a profound influence on me. I hope you can find solace in knowing how many people Eric has touched and influenced. He was such an amazing person.

Christiane Löhr

July 31, 2014

I am deeply saddened by the news of Eric's death and am so sorry for your unbelievable loss.
I very much enjoyed working with Eric while he was a postdoc at OSU and frequently reminisce about that special time and interaction. He offered a wonderful mixture of curiosity, intellect, kindness, generosity, and genuine interest in the people around him.
I will continue to hold these fond memories close to my heart.

Linda Pellicore

July 31, 2014

I met Eric in 2008 at the Pharm/Tox Retreat. I was a new CDER Reviewer. It was my 2nd day. I remember Eric's scientific generosity during a coffee break at the 2008 Retreat and periodically over the years. I will always remember Eric's dry sense of humor. He was a quiet guy, serious about science, and hilarious if you listened carefully. I will miss him.

Jackie

July 31, 2014

Dear Andreasen Family: Eric was like a brother to me and I loved him deeply. I will miss his humor, funny one line emails I would get from him that would always make me laugh out load, his calls that always started with "so I have a funny story", the photos of his Friday night home-cooked meals, but most most importantly I will miss Eric, the kind soul he was.
With my deepest sympathies to his entire family.
I love you Eric and always will.

Rob Barresi

July 30, 2014

I am saddened to hear of your loss. My warmest thoughts go out to the entire Andreasen family. Rest peacefully, young man.

Gemma Kuijpers

July 30, 2014

Dear Andreasen family: Eric and I were colleagues at FDA, both belonging to the group of toxicology reviewers in the Division. Eric was a wonderful person and a reliable colleague and friend. He was one of the most personable scientists I have ever known and got along with everyone here at work. The prospect of not being able to hear his soft knock on my door anymore, to talk at length about shared work assignments, to drop by his office and bounce his rubberband ball on the floor, to laugh with him about funny moments in his life and tell him what to make for Friday night's dinner, has taken a great deal of joy out of my daily life and put quiet sadness in its place. I still find his untimely passing hard to believe and will miss him very dearly. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.

John & Margaret Christiano

July 29, 2014

Dear Haaken, Carol and Family,
We were shocked to hear the sad news of Eric's death.We extend to all of you our deepest sympathy and prayers. May you find comfort in your Faith and the love of family and friends. John & Margaret Christiano

July 29, 2014

There is a gaping hole in our hearts. Eric was such a kind soul, compassionate and generous in his bond with those who were fortunate enough to work with him for the past 8 years at the FDA. He was family to us in the truest sense of family. My deepest condolences, Christine Nguyen

Julie Kostrey

July 29, 2014

Dear Andreasen family,

I was deeply saddened to hear the news of Eric's passing. I have fond memories of growing up on Forsythe Lane and the wonderful Scandinavian family neighbors across the street - playing outside with my big sister and our good friend Elsa and trying to impress Elsa's big brothers, Karl and Eric, with our silly antics as they looked on with amusement. I remember Eric as a kind and sensitive person who watched over us kids, but also wasn't too old to crack a joke or join in the fun.

The Andreasen family's work in and positive impact on the DeKalb community has been tremendous. Eric clearly was shaped by and lived out these values in his lifetime. He will be extraordinarily missed.

My deepest condolences to Dr. & Mrs Andreasen, Elsa, Rob, Nick, Julia, and the entire Andreasen family.

Jeannie Roule

July 29, 2014

I was extremely shocked and saddened when I received the news of Eric's sudden death.
My words will fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss.

Eric and I worked together for 6 years at the FDA and he stopped by my office at least two or three times a week. Many times we discussed a particular work related issue and other times we just chatted about everyday events. Eric religiously made an effort to visit the offices of many of his other colleagues at the FDA. He stopped by their offices and simply wanted to say hello and ask how their day was going. As small of an effort that that may seem, it is something that many of us rarely do. Many at the FDA probably wish that they had thanked him more for those visits. His visits will be remembered and missed for quite some time.

Eric will also be remembered for how knowledgeable, kind, patient and pleasant he was and most specifically, his smile.

May the peace that comes from the memories and your love of Eric comfort you now and in the days ahead.

Warren Heideman

July 29, 2014

Eric was a brilliant scientist, but that wasn't my favorite part of knowing him. Eric always was looking at new points of view and he had an amazing shy half smile when he saw something he liked. Sometimes he would tell you and sometimes he wouldn't, but the smile I will always remember.
I have no words that can help the fact that this is too hard to bear for those closest to Eric. I am so sorry.

Amy Landreman

July 29, 2014

I am very saddened to hear of Eric's passing. We became colleagues and friends while in graduate school at the UW. Eric was the senior student in the lab when I joined and provided immense support while I was getting started. His knowledge, patience, and willingness to help were instrumental to my success and I'm thankful to have had a chance to know and work with him. He will be greatly missed.

July 29, 2014

Dear Andreasen Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Eric often spoke so fondly and lovingly about his family and about the wonderful times he enjoyed during gatherings. His genuine interest in those he touched and friendly soul will be greatly missed. Eric will always remain a kind an warm spirit in our hearts and minds--a most rare and precious gift.
Sincerely,
Caren Kieswetter
Friend and Colleague at the FDA

Dr. Andrew & Sue Biscan

July 29, 2014

Our condolences to you and your family.

Mark Biscan

July 29, 2014

Devastating. A better guy there never was.
God Bless to a wonderful family.

July 29, 2014

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kay Platt

Olivia Easley

July 29, 2014

Andreasen family, I am a colleague of Eric's at the FDA. We miss him terribly and are shocked and saddened by his sudden death. He was a pleasure to work with -- so kind, patient and thoughtful. Please know you are not alone in your grief.

Arlene Drennan

July 29, 2014

Sara - I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't image what you are going through, but I can image heaven rejoicing with a new saint! Blessings to you. Love, Arlene

Tamara Zuwala

July 29, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Eric will be missed. May he rest in peace.

Mark McCaslin

July 28, 2014

Very sorry for the loss and prayers with his family. Many classes and summers spent with Eric from elementary through high school. Peace to you.

July 28, 2014

May God grant you peace and comfort for your family in this difficult time. God Bless. - Marlena (Westerman) Solomon

Karen Reitan

July 28, 2014

Such sad news. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

Christine (Cassani) McFadden

July 28, 2014

Was so sad to hear of Eric's passing. May he rest in peace. Sending prayers and healing thoughts to all who knew and loved him.

Jay Wellman

July 28, 2014

To the Andreasen family:
I am so sorry to hear this news. Eric and I have been friends since kindergarten and we exchanged messages earlier this month. He was a loyal friend, a tremendously hard worker, honest and plain-spoken. He was also part of some of the funniest moments of our growing up in DeKalb. He was a solid, good-hearted person and I will miss him very much.

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