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Erika Sossamon Obituary
Funeral: 11 a.m. Thursday at Lamar Baptist Church, 1000 W. Lamar Blvd., Arlington. Burial: Moore Memorial Gardens. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Erika was born and raised in Arlington. She was born March 13, 1977. She was a 1995 graduate of Bowie High School. Erika worked for the City of Arlington for the past seven years. Erika loved life! Her family and friends were her greatest assets. Erika was a giver with a huge, loving heart, and was loved by everyone she came in contact with. Her sweet spirit was infectious and forever changed people's life. Erika was a big supporter of the American Heart Association and wore her pin proudly (thank you Dr. Reimold). Although Erika's life was too short; she made an incredible impact on all of us and our world will never be the same without her.
Erika loved her cats Tiger, Ally, Molly, Suzy, and her special cat, Maggie. Erika had a passion for dancing and was a former cheerleader. She had a beautiful and fun loving spirit. She was funny and was always smiling.
The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at both Children's Medical Center and St. Paul Hospital of Dallas, who have cared for Erika throughout her life. With special thanks to Dr. Tom Zellers (AKA Superman), Dr. Hisashi Nikaidoh, Dr. David Fixler, Dr. Steven Leonard, Dr. Elizabeth Brickner, Dr. Rick Lange, Dr. Michael Wait, Dr. Sharon Reimold, Dr. Daniel Dries, Dr. Gail Peterson, and her new special friends, Dr. Armin Zadeh, and Owot Owot. To our very Special Friend, Dr. Robert Mann for his many house calls through the years.
She was preceded in death by her Mimi, Mary Layne and her Grandpa, Leroy Sossamon.
Survivors: Erika is survived by her mother, Terry Sossamon of Arlington; her dad, Bob Sossamon, and wife, Carol of Kemp; sister and best friend, Ashley Morris and husband, Mike of Arlington; brother, Aaron Sossamon and his fiancee, Amy Witte and her daughter, Kaitlyn of Arlington; grandparents, PaPa Paul Layne of Arlington, and Grandma Pauline Sossamon of Dallas; aunts and uncles, Jayme Cole of Arlington, Gary Layne and wife, Mary of Jackson, Wyo., Judy Prather and husband, Jude of Arlington, Mike Sossamon and wife, Cherry of Garland; cousins, Laura Prather and Emily Prather, both of Arlington; and many other special friends and family members.
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Memories and Condolences
for Erika Sossamon
Sponsored by Ashley Morris, Best friend and Sister.
Emily Eskridge
March 7, 2013
Happy Heaven Day Erika Marie! It's been 9 years and I still miss you and love you very much!
March 14, 2011
Happy 34th Birthday, Erika! The last birthday you and I celebrated together was your 25th. I have so many wonderful memories of all of our celebrations. Today, we had a party for you! All of us love you so much! The only thing that would of made it sweeter would have been to see you, MiMi, and PaPa. You three are forever in our hearts! We love and miss all of you more than I can even put into words!
Madden Morris sitting on Aunt Erika's Marker......You two would have adored one another
Ashley Morris
December 20, 2010
Laura Prather
June 17, 2010
Erika,
You were in my dream last night. I know that is your way of saying hi. I love the nights when you are in my dreams...it makes me so happy. I know the reality is that you are gone but in my dreams it's like you never left. Too bad we can't sleep forever.
I love you and miss you everyday.
Laura
Judy Prather
March 7, 2010
March 7th...any year...will never be the same. When you left us in 2004, you took a part of our hearts with you. You also left a part of you in our hearts where you will always be. We miss you, Erika!!
Emily Prather
March 24, 2009
I just wanted to say I miss you. So much is happening and I just wish you were here to share it with us. I know you are watching from heaven, but sometimes it just doesn't seem like enough. I love you Erika and just wanted you to know that.
March 7, 2009
It has been 5 years now that you have been gone. I'm usually saying I can't believe it's already been that long, but this time...it does seem like FOREVER since I was last with you. Mom, Mike, and I put some beautiful pink and red roses on your grave today. We hope you love them. I miss you and love you!
Ash
Ash
December 25, 2008
Merry Christmas 2008! I wish I could be saying those words right to your face...followed by a hug...like I used to. I've tried to make the best of this Christmas, but not having my sister is so hard. As you know, I have really needed you lately. I love you and miss you too much. Keep watching over our family and friends.
P.S. Mom and I watched Elf in honor of you last night and Jayme bought a chocolate creme pie...She knew that was you and Mimi's favorite:)
Ash
November 27, 2008
Happy Thanksgiving Erika! I miss you so much. It is especially hard for me on days like this. It's just not the same without you here. It never will be:( I hope you, Mimi, and Papa are eating yummy green rice. I will always be thankful that I was blessed with such an amazing sister and friend. I truly miss having a sister like you. You meant the world to me, and you still do. Mike and I will love you forever and always!
Judy Prather
April 18, 2008
Erika,
Three years ago today on this date April 18th is when PaPa joined you and Mimi. I know y'all have just been having the most wonderful celebration, but we sure miss all of you. Y'all would love Camden. He's a cutie and went to his first of many Rangers games this week. I'm sure you can click on the blog and pull up the whole family :) We love and miss you and see you everywhere all the time. Give PaPa and Mimi big hugs from me. Oh....by the way the Stars and Mavericks are both in the playoffs and the Rangers have a two game winning streak going. Yippee. As MiMi says....Don't give up on the Rangers. Love ya!
Emily Prather
March 24, 2008
Erika,
Easter is never the same without you here. We sang "Shout to the Lord" yesterday in church. Laura and I said we weren't going to cry...but of course we both had tears streaming down our faces. I could hear my mom singing and it sounded so pretty. I have so many wonderful, funny, beautiful memories, but the fact that you are not here to make more makes it really hard sometimes. I wish you were here to see Camden...he is so perfect and I just know you would love him! I miss you so much. I hope you are taking good care of Molly...we miss her so much. I think you must have missed her too and of course she missed you...she had to come see you.
I love you Erika! Hug Mimi, Papa, and Molly for me.
Emily
Ashley Morris
March 23, 2008
Erika,
I had the most wonderful dream last night. You were back! It sounds crazy,but it felt so real. I couldn't believe what I was dreaming. In my dream...I kept asking everyone if they could see you too? They could! When I woke up and realized it was in fact just a dream...my heart broke all over again. I kept my eyes shut for 30 more minutes. I so badly wanted to see you again. It's an endless cycle. I fall asleep so that I can be happy, but then I wake up feeling sad... knowing that you are just trapped in my dreams now. I miss you so much! As you know, it's getting harder for me. My dreams are overwhelming and the reality of you being gone is drowning my heart. I found a quote that said "God will fix your broken heart if you give him all the pieces." I'm still waiting...
Happy Easter 2008!
I love you Erika!
March 22, 2008
Erika,
I was just listening to a song that always makes me think of you. I love you and miss you every day. It's not the same without you here. I miss my friend/cousin.
Love,
Laura
Ashley Morris
March 13, 2008
Happy Birthday Erika! You would have been 31 today. You were taken away way too soon. You were my age when you passed away. 26 is way too young! I can only imagine what you would have accomplished in these past 4 years. God had a greater plan. This is a special day for you, Mimi, and Papa. We love and miss you all!
Ashley Morris
March 7, 2008
Erika,
Four years ago today was the saddest day of our lives! When Jayme called me to give me the heart-breaking news...I didn't want to believe what I was hearing. I still don't want to believe it. My heart has been forever broken since that day. I miss having my big sister to talk to you everyday. Although I have friends and and family...a part of me is very lonely without you. I long for the sister that I will NEVER have. Please continue to watch over me and our family. I will always love you!
XOXO-Ash
Emily Prather
March 7, 2008
Erika,
I can't believe it has been 4 years. Another year is gone and another birthday missed. Sometimes it seems like so long ago and other times it seems like yesterday. One thing I do know is that I miss you all the time. You are always in my heart.
I love you and miss you!
Love,
Emily
Ashley Morris
December 25, 2007
Merry Christmas Erika! I wish you, Mimi, and Papa were here with us! We miss you all so much!I love you!
Love,
Ash
Ashley Morris
November 23, 2007
Erika,
I signed your guest book yesterday, but I made a mistake. This is actually the 4th Thanksgiving without you. I wish the reality of you being gone was just a mistake too. I love you!
Ash
Ashley Morris
November 22, 2007
Erika,
Happy Thanksgiving! It’s hard to believe that this is the 3rd Thanksgiving that we have celebrated without you. It is strange because, it feels like a lifetime since I last saw you. At the same time, I remember the day we lost you, like it was yesterday. I am very thankful to of had you as my sister and best friend. Since you have been gone, so much has changed. I graduated college, I am teaching First Grade, Mike and I bought a new home, and Amy & Aaron are expecting a baby boy in February. I am so sad that you are not here to experience all of these milestones in our lives. For the past 3 years/8 months/ and 15 days, you have been the missing piece that makes my heart 100% whole. “Death leaves a heart-ache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory that no one can steal.” With that said, I have found comfort in knowing that you are healthy in Heaven with Mimi and Papa. Please continue to watch over Mom and the rest of us. I miss you so much!
I love you,
Ash
Ashley Morris
March 13, 2007
Erika,
I can’t believe that you would have been 30 years old today. It makes me realize just how young you were when you passed away. There were still so many dreams that you had planned for yourself, but God had a different plan. I guess heaven needed another Angel, and God only takes the best. I know that you are happy and healthy in heaven and that’s what I always wished for you to be. We went to Campo Verde and Outback today in honor of you, but it just isn’t the same without the birthday girl. I hope you, Mimi, and Papa are celebrating this special day in true Angel style!
Happy Birthday!
I love you and miss you so much,
Ashley Morris
Emily Prather
March 13, 2007
Erika Marie,
Happy 30th Birthday! I hope you are having a big party in heaven today. I love you and I miss you more than you will ever know.
Tell Mimi and Papa happy anniversary and I love and miss them too.
I love you,
Emily
Aaron Sossamon
March 7, 2007
Everyday.
We miss you
We miss you on Sunday
We miss you on Monday
We miss you on Tuesday
And yes, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
On holidays
On birthdays
On anniversaries
Just regular days
And March 7th
Everywhere.
You are everywhere
In the morning shower
On our way to work
At a concert
At church
At a Ranger game, Maverick game and Cowboy game
During lunch breaks
At weddings
And special dinners
Everything.
You show up in everything
You’re in songs
You’re in T.V. shows
You’re even in restaurants
You’re in the lyrics
The characters
And the food
The words seem to describe you
The characters resemble you
And the foods, that’s easy they were your favorites
You are greatly missed
You are missed but not forgotten
You are all around us everyday in everything we do and everywhere we go
That is what keeps us going
Erika, you will never be forgotten
And always remembered
We love you
And we’ll see you around.
Aaron Sossamon
March 7, 2007
All around Us
Everyday.
We miss you
We miss you on Sunday
We miss you on Monday
We miss you on Tuesday
And yes, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
On holidays
On birthdays
On anniversaries
Just regular days
And March 7th
Everywhere.
You are everywhere
In the morning shower
On our way to work
At a concert
At church
At a Ranger game, Maverick game and Cowboy game
During lunch breaks
At weddings
And special dinners
Everything.
You show up in everything
You’re in songs
You’re in T.V. shows
You’re even in restaurants
You’re in the lyrics
The characters
And the food
The words seem to describe you
The characters resemble you
And the foods, that’s easy they were your favorites
You are greatly missed
You are missed but not forgotten
You are all around us everyday in everything we do and everywhere we go
That is what keeps us going
Erika, you will never be forgotten
And always remembered
We love you
And we’ll see you around.
Aaron Sossamon
March 2, 2007
Erika, It's been nearly 3 years and I think this year is harder for me. Im not sure why. I was trying to write something special for you like a poem, but I have found that difficult. I just wanted to say how there are things that remind me of you. The biggest thing is music and Grey's Anatomy. Recently I found a lyric in a song that makes me think of you. It's Toby Keith's "Broken Bridges". The lyric is "Here I am, praying for forgiveness. And I can see you standing on the other side". This makes me think of when I will be going to heaven one day and that' s the line I will be singing. Grey's Anatomy reminds me of you a lot b/c I know you would love that show and there are great songs and situations in there that make me think of you. It gets easier I guess, but this month or so has been tough. Oh, P.S. , Amy and I are really trying for a baby so we really need you, Mimi and Papa's help. I am gonna bring a purple braclet to your marker. One more thing. We did the heartwalk again this year. It was great. There was support from the City and we had shirts made. I love you and miss you. I will help you support the Mavs again this year in the playoffs. I love you.
Ashley Morris
December 25, 2006
Erika,
Merry Christmas my beautiful angel!
The holidays haven’t been the same without you, Mimi, and Papa. I know all of your wings are wrapped tightly around our hearts, but your presence is so greatly missed. Erika, your contagious laughter was music to my ears. Papa, your bright blue eyes spoke straight to everyone’s hearts’. Mimi, you were so beautiful that when I looked at you I couldn’t help but smile. There are so many memories that follow me around daily. All of you are always in my thoughts. Mimi and Papa, on the way to the dentist the other day, I glanced down your street and wished I was turning to bring you something to eat or just to stop by and say hi. Erika, I think about you constantly. You are in every song I hear. I see you every place I go. You are all around me. I am lucky to have so many beautiful memories. I don’t know what I would do if you weren’t with me everyday. When I feel sad and lonely, I remind myself that you’re only a heartbeat away.
All I want for Christmas is you
Never forgotten
Greatest memory
Everything about you was beautiful
Loving you forever and always
I miss you and love you so much! Merry Christmas!
Love,
Ashley
Kaitlyn Sossamon
November 14, 2006
Hey Erika! On August 18, 2006 I became a Sossamon.It was one of the happiest days of my life. Wish you were here in person.Love ya! Kaitlyn Sossamon
Aaron and Erika, Mavs/Bucks Jan. 2004
June 6, 2006
Aaron Sossamon
June 6, 2006
"Dallas overcame a 15-point second-half deficit to advance to its first NBA Finals in a 102-93 Game 6 win at Phoenix on Saturday."
Erika,
That was from the Star-Telegram on Sunday morning. The most beautiful words I have heard in a while. The Mavericks have made the Finals. It has been amazing! I wish we could have been painted up and watching them together. I know Nash was your favorite player, but we had to beat him to get to Shaq. I placed a Mavs Western Conference Champion pennant on your marker the other day. Kaitlyn and Amy went too. For the last game the Mavs played on Saturday, I went and got my Dirk jersey and the Finley jersey you wore to the game that night and hung them in the room with me. I think they helped because the Mavericks came back from 18 points down to win. It really was truly amazing. We need only 4 more wins to capture the title. Mom and I went to Academy that night and bought Mavs Champion shirts. They stayed open until 6AM. I just wanted let you know how excited I am about the Mavs and I know you would be too. I love you and hope I can replace your pennant with an NBA Champion pennant soon. I love you.
Aaron
Emily Prather
April 16, 2006
Happy Easter Erika,
You know there is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you, but I think about your more on days like today. We used to have so much fun on Easter...looking cute in our Easter dresses and taking pictures at Mimi and Papa's house. I miss those days.
We sang "Shout To The Lord" this morning at church...me and Laura cried the whole time. I can't hear that song without thinking about your funeral...and of course that makes me miss you more. I know I will see you in heaven one day, but sometimes I just want to see you NOW. You and Mimi and Papa better be taking care of each other up there...and watching over us too.
Anyway...I just wanted to say that I love you and I miss you.
Your cousin,
Emily
Ashley Morris
March 13, 2006
Erika,
Happy 29th Birthday! I wish you were here, but I know that you are happy and well in heaven with Mimi and Papa.
29 things I miss and remember most about you…..
1. How your smile was contagious
2. How you would start laughing for no reason at all
3. How you slurped when you thought something was yummy
4. How much you loved Mom’s meatloaf
5. How excited you would get about green rice at Thanksgiving and Christmas
6. How you used to pick me up from school and we would go to Jack in the box and get jumbo jacks with secret sauce,
pickles, and cheese only
7. How we used to sing to each other at night while we were trying to fall asleep
8. How we would make up dances and perform them in front of the living room mirror
9. How we would talk forever about everything and nothing all at once
10. How you used to love to eat icing out of the jar
11. How we used to go to movies together
12. How we loved to go shopping with Mom
13. How you convinced me that your feet smelled like cherries
14. How I looked up to you
15. How you would play the same song over and over and over again
16. How you loved to watch lifetime every chance you got
17. How you loved to do the chicken dance
18. How excited you were when you got your new car
19. How much you adored your cats
20. How much you loved Campo Verde’s cheese enchiladas
21. How much you liked to drink root beer
22. How you said margaritas made your ankles skinny
23. How excited you got when your levels were good
24. How you never gave up
25. How we used to draw on each others backs and had to guess what it was
26. How you loved mushroom-Swiss burgers and ranch dressing
27. How you were my best friend
28. How much we loved each other
29. And most of all….How much I have missed you the past two years
Just thinking about all of these memories makes me happy and sad. I wish we could make more, but I feel lucky to have as many wonderful memories as we do. I love you.
Ash
Emily Prather
March 13, 2006
Erika Marie,
Happy Birthday! Well this is your 3rd birthday in Heaven and I still miss you so much. I really wish you could have been there for me and Laura's 30th birthday celebration. It was a lot of fun...but something was missing and that was you. I think about all the fun birthdays we had in years past...we were always celebrating together. I miss you and wish we could still celebrate together. Me and Laura got something special on our birthday to remember you...I know you would like it.
I love you, Erika and I miss you more than you could ever know. You, Mimi, and Papa better be celebrating today.
Emi
Ashley Morris
March 7, 2006
Erika,
It’s been two long years and my heart still breaks everyday. I just wanted you to know how much I miss you. The more time that passes the more reality sinks in that you are not here with me. It’s still hard for me to accept that you are gone. You really are what gets be through each day. When I need some sunshine in my day, I just think of your smile. When I need to hear some beautiful music, I remember your voice. When I just need someone to talk to you, I know you are still listening. You are forever in my heart; so I know that we will truly never part. You will always be my sister and best friend. Mom put some pretty purple, red, and yellow tulips on your marker to remember how beautiful you are. We went to Campo Verde for lunch and to Outback for dinner in honor of you. I know those were your favorite places, but there just not the same without you.
I Love You,
Ashley
Aaron Sossamon
December 6, 2005
Erika,
I was just reading your obituary today. No reason I guess. I just wanted to say how much I miss you. Amy and Kaitlyn miss you too. I keep your picture in my truck on my visor. I look at it every once and awhile at red lights:) I have been working at Toys R Us with James for the past two months or so. It is fun there and it pays well every week! I work at the one in Irving. Once Christmas is over it will be a piece of cake. I am a "World Leader" over boys and bikes. I also close the store as the MOD. It is hard not to buy stuff for myself, lol. It's really cold right now. I visited you at Moore, but only stayed a few minutes. I was freezing. Mom's house is nearly done. Kenny Chesney has another song that reminds me and everyone else of you. He is so popular he will probably be touring in Heaven next summer. We are going this year if I have to sell Amy's car. I love you. Talk with you again soon. Love you.
Mr. Amy Sossamon
Judy Prather
October 30, 2005
Hey Erika,
We sang "Shout to the Lord" at church this morning and I thought of you (and cried for you and us). I know that was one of your favorite songs and we sang it for you at your going home service, but then you already knew that. I'm not sure what we would do WITHOUT the Lord. The holidays are coming up again soon and we're going to be missing you AND Mimi and Papa especially then, but everyday. It's just not the same without the three of you!!!!! Gary and Mary came in October and we had some good times. Jude, Laura and Emily and me are going to the "Cowboy" game on Thanksgiving (it will something really fun for us. I thought about entering MiMi's name in a Kroger or Tom Thumb contest for free tickets, cause you know she always won). I think we're all going to Aaron and Amy's house for Christmas. Oh by the way, I found a Christmas Chicken last year that does the "Chicken Dance". We had it last year and I found another one for your Mother. So many things that make all of us think of you, MiMi and PaPa. You're Mom and I were at Kroger on MiMi's birthday and there was someone sitting on that bench where PaPa used to sit and your Mom and I looked at each other knowing that was where PaPa loved sit. Your Mom, Jayme and I ate sushi on MiMi's birthday (I'm sure Mimi would have rather had fried chicken). It was good until I found out I was eating eel. Nah - it was good, but not something I'd want a steady diet of. Anyway I had a hard time keeping it together even though Jayme got me the kid's chop sticks. I've read since then that you have to dip it quick. I'm getting adventureous wouldn't you say??? Oh well - I could write volumes about every day. Glad we have memories that we will never forget. Songs, places, events, streets, etc - memories everywhere.
Love and miss you!!
Judy
P.S. - Laura and Emily took me to see "Wicked" recently - it was awesome. You would have loved it!
Emily Prather
September 7, 2005
Erika Marie,
Wow...I can't believe it has already been a year and a half. Sometimes it doesn't seem like it could be that long since I last heard your voice or gave you a hug, then other times it seems like it has been forever and so much has happened since then. I miss you so much and there are so many times that I just want to call and talk to you. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and it is always the silliest things that make me think of you. Things like snowcones and mushroom swiss burgers from Chili's. I just bought a house on the street you used to live. Every time I turn on the street, I can't help but think of you and smile. Your old house doesn't look the same as it used to, but it still makes me think of you. Molly and Suzy are adjusting to the new house just fine. I think they are very happy there. I just wanted you to know how much I love you and miss you. You are always on my mind and in my heart!
Love,
Emi
Ashley Morris
March 27, 2005
The Jelly Bean Poem
Red is for my love for you that will never sever...For love is not measured by the time we had together...but whats in our hearts forever.
Green is for memories that I will always treasure...Although time may pass...Our memories will last...Forever and ever and ever.
Yellow is for sunshine you have given to me...You brightened up my life and made my world shine,And will continue to shine brilliantly for the rest of time.
Orange is for the candles flame I light in memory of you...flame that glows so bright as I speak your name in prayer...Asking God to hold you close...Until I join you there.
Black is for my grief from my broken shattered heart,Taking each day one at a time...As I keep your memory alive...Life is different...I am different...But I CAN and WILL survive.
Purple is for tears I shed as I remember You...precious memories you left behind...Preserved deep inside...You will always live on through our family...forever by our side.
White is for my hope and faith in God above...The promise of resurrection...Knowing we will reunite...above the clouds...over the rainbow...in his everlasting light.
Pink is for the signs from heaven up above...Lighting my path wherever I go...and whatever I may do...My beautiful Sister...I will always love...and always remember You.
Erika,
It was another cold Easter without you. Mom, Jayme, Laura, and I went and visited You and Mimi. We put some Easter Lilly's on your grave. Mom gave Kaitlyn an Angel in her Easter basket that said "Love" on it. It was in memory of you. Mom wanted me to let you know how much she loves and misses you. Although she hasn't wrote anything on this page, I know she has been sending you messages from her heart to yours. There isn't a minute that goes by that she doesn't think about you, but I know you already know that. I know You and Mimi are looking down on all of us, but the one who most needs you right now is Papa. He has been sick and he really needs some special Angels to send their love down to him and get him well soon. I love you Erika. Happy Easter!
Ashley
Patty Dollison
March 19, 2005
Erika,
I wanted to tell you that I keep your picture displayed everyday with that beautiful smile that you always wore. It was taken at your PAPA's birthday party at Campo Verde last year. Even though you were pretty sick and "on leave" from the hospital, you still had that beautiful smile on your precious face. I miss you and will always remember you.
Love you,
Patty
Ashley Morris
March 13, 2005
Erika, we do not need a special day to bring you to our minds, any day without a thought of you is impossible to find. You have now spent two birthays in heaven. We have still celebrated your 27th and 28th birthdays in memory of you. We went to Campo Verde tonight, your favorite place! All your friends and family were there to show their love for you. Your one special Angel that nobody will ever forget. We ate yummy red velvet cup cakes in honor of you and Mom and I put some beautiful roses on your grave. Don't they look pretty? I know you and Mimi are having a wonderful time. I'm sure you have endless amounts of cake and all your favorite foods. I just wanted you to know how much I love you and that you are truely missed by everyone. I wish you could be a part of all my tomorrows, but for now we will have to keep cherishing all of our sweet memories. I hope you are having the best Birthday ever. I don't think you will have to make in Birthday wishes, because I know all of your dreams have come true. You are in the best place you can be and I know you are so happy. Happy 28th Birthday Erika.
"Angels danced the day you were born, and sang the day you flew home"
I love you my Angel!
Ashley
Ashley Morris
March 7, 2005
Erika,
I woke up this morning hoping I had been asleep for one year, and that you being gone was all a really bad dream. I prayed that when I called Mom's house, that you would answer; just like you always did. If I could take your magic wand and poof you back into our lives, I woud in a heart-beat. I just can't believe that your gone. I don't understand why I had to lose my best friend and sister all in the blink of an eye. That was the saddest day of my life, I didn't even get to say good-bye. I couldn't have asked for a better sister. Thanks for always being there for me. I miss you so much. Everyday is March 7 in my heart. I look forward to the day the rain stops, the sun shines, and we are together again. I love you so much Erika.
Love,
Ashley
Aaron Sossamon
February 22, 2005
Erika,
Almost a year. It has almost been a year since you left us. It seems as though I am looking forward to that day, March 7th. I guess because it feels like you will be back. Like your coming back. You used to say it feels like Mimi is going to walk through the door. Well, I guess that is what it feels like to me. We visit the cemetary as often as we can. Mom and Dad replace the flowers quite often and make sure they are watered:) You have a low spot on your headstone where water and dirt gathers, but we keep it clean. We have still taken good care of Papa with you and Mimi gone. His short-term memory isnt so great, but he sure could tell me where the combination was for the lock on the shed. Since I last placed an entry, I got married, went on a cruise to Mexico, and started school again. I love Amy and Kaitlyn so much. The wedding was perfect. We held ourselves together nicely. Kaitlyn cried the most. When I go to work, I try to stay cool when it gets stressful by thinking of you and how you are not stressed, hot, or cold anymore. You are in a perfect place. Kenny Chesney has a new CD with a song on there called "Somewhere in the Sun". It reminds me of you because he is talking about how he is stuck at a Holiday Inn, in the snow, in Austin and it wouldnt take much for him to just up and run to the islands. It reminds me of all the difficult times you went through and how you wish you could have done certain things and you couldnt, but a year ago, you "up and ran to another life, somewhere in the sun". Now you can do anything you want to. You and Mimi. I love you. Everyone misses you.
Aaron
Bob Sossamon
December 21, 2004
For A Wonderful Daughter
With Loving Thoughts At Christmas
"Warm Thoughts And Loving Wishes Are The Nicest Gifts At Christmas."
Remembering Those Who Are Close In Heart Is Part Of The Season, A Beautiful Part...And Not Only At Christmas But All Year Through, It Warms The Heart To Remember You.
I Love You Erika,
Dad
Bob Sossamon
August 29, 2004
Erika,
sometimes at night, I look up at the stars and I think of the wonderful times we've shared together...then I wish upon the brightest star I can find that you weren't so far away...just like I'm wishing right now.
I Love you and Miss you,
Dad
Aaron Sossamon
April 23, 2004
Hey Erika, It has taken me forever to finally write something here, but I just havent known what to say. I know everyone says "I cant believe your gone", but I truely can not. I see things all the time that remind me of you. A few weeks ago I saw rootbeer flavored Mike and Ike candies. And the other day on Days of our Lives, Marlana spit her gum at Beau and it stuck right to his face. I laughed so hard and could just picture and hear you laughing at it as well. I think about you everyday and all the time. Especially when I have mowed the grass recently. When your mowing, all you have to do is think. Im sure Im the only person on the block who cries while mowing:) I look at your picture everytime I get in my truck. I have the one we had at your funeral. The funeral was so great and you were the star! Your headstone is going to be the most beautiful one out there. Ashley designed it herself. She did a great job. It's wierd around the house here without you. It feels like your on vacation or something and that your just gonna call us or walk through the door. When I was mowing, I thought about you coming home and seeing the yard and telling me how nice it looked. Even though I knew that wouldnt happen I could imagine it. Im sad that you wont be there in person for my wedding, but Amy has arranged something very nice for you. I know you will be watching over us on that special day. I love you so much Erika. More than I knew. I miss you and wear your pin proudly along with one of your many James Avery rings. Love you.
Your Little Brother, Aaron
Charity Harvill
April 14, 2004
Well I didn't know you, Erika, as well as most of the people who have signed the guestbook. I am a good friend of your sister and have definitely felt your loss through her. I have heard so many wonderful stories about your life that I know you were a great person. I want you to know that I am watching out for Ashley and your family down here, so take care of my Meemaw and Granddad up there, okay?
My prayers go out to Erika's friends and family.
Charlotte Smith
March 31, 2004
Dear Terry, Ashley and Aaron, Every day as I read Erika's guest book I am touched to have known and been a part of Erika's extended family. She was a wonderful young woman who touched so many people's lives in such a special way. All our thoughts are with you.
Laura Prather
March 30, 2004
Erika,
Well, it still doesn't seem real yet. I can't believe that you're gone. I know that I will see you again someday, but it's still hard to accept. I think about you everyday. I miss you more than you probably know. I still drive home thinking to myself that I need to call you, but then reality sets in and I know that I can't. I talk to you (and Mimi) in the car, but you already know that because I know that you can hear me. I listen to the CD that Aaron made every day in my car, sometimes over and over. It makes me cry, but it seems to comfort me a little. I know that things will never be the same without you. It is hard to believe that we won't be able to make any new memories, but I think that we made plenty to last me until I see you again. I will miss you forever....I love you!! Laura
Ashley Morris
March 29, 2004
Erika,
It's been three weeks now since you have passed. This is the longest we have ever been seperated. I can't wait to see you again someday. I am still in disbelief that you are gone. It is really hard not being able to call you every day, ten times a day, just to say hi. You were more than my sister, you were my best friend and I miss you so much. I have started supporting the american heart association, in honor of you. I wear my red dress pin every day, just like you did. I wear it as though you were pinned on to my shirt. You made such a difference in my life and now I'm trying to contribute to others in a positive way. I have started getting stuff together for a scrap book that Mike and I want to give to our little girl one day ( so that she can see what a wonderful person you were). We are going to name our first child after you, I know you would have made the best God-mother ever. I want your name to continue on. I know that would make you proud. I think about you every minute of every day and as you know I like to sing to you while driving to work. I love you and miss you so much. Remember: " God made us sisters, Love made us friends."
I will love you forever and always,
Ash
Amy Edwards (Logan)
March 25, 2004
My earliest memories of Erika were in elementary school, of how "cool" she always dressed - in the latest Units outfit or Guess jeans. It has been about a year since I last saw Erika, and it is as everyone has said, her smile is her signature. My family's thoughts and prayers are with those closest to her.
Judy Prather
March 19, 2004
Erika - you were a special young woman! The white iris flowers that we transplanted from your yard to mine are blooming for the first time this year. They are beautiful, just like you. It's going to take some serious praying for us to get over losing you and Mimi. We have lots of precious memories and I know you heard the music on the CD that Aaron made for you. You will live on in our hearts forever, but oh how we miss you. We'll take care of each other! Love, Aunt Judy
Amber Gossett (Armstrong)
March 16, 2004
Dear Erika,
I don't have the words to say how much you'll be missed. I took a trip down memory lane and pulled out all of our junior high and high school yearbooks. You are an inspiration to me. You taught me a lot about courage, bravery and faith. I will never forget your smiling face. I have asked my dad to take good care of you so I know you're in good hands.
I'll think of you often.
Love, Amber
Christie White
March 14, 2004
"He Himself has said,
I will not in any way fail you
nor give you up
nor leave you without support."
Hebrews 13:5
May your troubled heart
find peace and comfort in the knowledge
that you are never alone.
May God's presence ease
your trembling spirit and give you rest.
He knows how you feel.
He is ever aware of your circumstances
and ready to be your strength,
your grace, and your peace.
He is there to cast sunlight
into all of your darkened shadows,
to send encouragement through the love
of friends and family, and
to replace your weariness with new hope.
God is your stronghold,
and with Him as your guide,
you need never be afraid.
No circumstances can block His love.
No grief is too hard for Him to bear.
No task is too difficult
for Him to complete.
When what you are feeling
is simply too deep for words
and nothing anyone does or says
can provide you with the relief you need,
God understands.
He is your provider
today, tomorrow, and always.
And He loves you.
Cast all of your cares on Him...
and believe.
Kaitlyn Witte
March 13, 2004
Dear Erika,
I wish we could do one more thing together like play with your cats. I love you Erika. I'm glad you are a guardian angel.
Love, Kaitlyn
Teresa Glidewell
March 10, 2004
Thinking of you Love Teresa,Dottie
Bob, Mike & Carter
Glenda Baum
March 10, 2004
Although we never had the opportunity to get to know you, your Louisiana relatives kept up with how you were through your Dad and your Grandma Pauline. I have always been inspired by your courage and by the wonderful things we heard about you. Now you can be at peace without pain and rest in the Lord.
Love
Your cousin
Glenda
Cheryl Butler
March 10, 2004
I was Erika's nurse for many years while she was treated at Children's with Dr. Zellers. Erika was such a special person with a caring heart. She always had a smile on her face and kind words for all she came in contact with. She will truely be missed.
Cheyrl Butler, RN
Cardiology Clinic
Children's Medical Center
Kim Fawks
March 10, 2004
Dearest Terry, Ashley and Aaron,
We were all so saddened to hear about Erika. Her beautiful smile and love for life will be remembered forever. May God grant you peace during this difficult time. Please remember we love all of you and will be here for you any time you need a friend.
Jimmy Pitstick
March 10, 2004
Dear Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you have been through so much. I will continue to lift you up in prayer that the Lord will sustain you and give you strength. Everytime I saw Erika she had a smile on her face and I will never forget that.
Jill Love
March 9, 2004
Dear Erika,
Although I am still trying to come to terms with your passing as best as I can, I am proud and honored to know that you, Lindsey, Ashley, Amy, and myself have had the blessing to have you in our life since you were in 2nd grade. I remember the slumber parties and you sleepwalking down the hallway and your unmistakable laugh, the bike rides, and bus rides....all of it. I am so proud for all that you did and that your magic wand worked wonders for someone else's heart that needed an angel. I guess we should all have a little more faith in magic and miracles. To Terry, Aaron, Ashley and family- God Bless you. You are all in my prayers and in my family's as well. I love you.
Love,
Jill
Kelly Alford (Hardee)
March 9, 2004
Dear Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Erika had such a sweet and strong spirit. I will always remember her determination and love of life from when I knew her in high school cheerleading. Throughout all she went through, she always had a smile. I was blessed to have known her. My prayers are with your family.
Courtney Oujesky
March 9, 2004
Bob and Carol,
I would Like say how sorry I am for your loss. I can't imagine how hard it must be for the both of you. Please take care!
Sincerely,
Courtney Oujesky
My mother sends her regards,
To: Bob and Terry you are in my thoughts and prayers I'm sorry for your loss. My fondest memory of Erika was as a baby and they way she said "kitty cat". I'm so sorry and take care.
Sincerely yours,
Anna Medina
Emily Prather
March 9, 2004
Erika Marie,
It is hard for me to believe that you are really gone. For as long as I can remember you have always been a big part of my life. I feel very blessed to have a cousin like you. I want you to know that you are so beautiful inside and out and our family will not be the same without you here. I am going to miss your smile and your laugh and all the good times we had together. Don't worry...me and Laura will take good care of Molly and Suzy and love them just like you did. You and Mimi take good care of each other and watch over all of us. I love you so much and I will miss you forever.
Love you, Emi
Patty Dollison
March 9, 2004
Dear Terry, Ashley and Aaron,
We wanted you to know how very sorry we are of your loss. Erika was a very sweet and kind person and we loved her. She always looked happy. We will miss her.
Love, Patty and Dennis
lisa counts
March 9, 2004
dear family, i am so sorry for your loss. Erika was a very special person that will be missed by all that knew her. I am unable to attend the services for her but i wanted you all to know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. God bless your family during this hard time.. lisa counts(erika's hairstylist from scissorcuts)
Jayme Cole
March 9, 2004
Erika, you will always be my inspiration in this world. I love you with all my heart and soul. I gave Court his own magic wand like you asked me to and he was thrilled that you wanted him to have it. And as you know, it worked! Court received his new heart March 8th. He and Klista said you must have talked to Jesus and looked him right in the eye and told him to give Court a new Heart! Goes to show you, he is listening to you like you always knew! I can already tell you and Mimi are going to be trouble (the best kind of course) up there. I know the two of you are watching over me! I always knew you were an angel. I love you, Jayme
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