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ERICKA ANDERSON Obituary

ERICKA MAY ANDERSON, 28, passed away Thursday, Jan. 23, 2014 at the Visiting Nurse Hospice Home in Fort Wayne, following a long illness. Born in Leo-minster, Mass., May 1, 1985, she had resided in Fort Wayne since 1990. A graduate of Carroll High School, Ericka received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Indiana-Purdue University Fort Wayne, and was pursuing her master's degree in psychology at the University of Saint Francis. A talented performer, she was active in the Fort Wayne arts community, having appeared in several plays and musicals including the IPFW Theatre Department, the Fort Wayne Youth, Civic, and Arena Dinner Theatres. Her big debut arrived when she was selected by long-time mentor, Harvey Cocks, to star in the Youth Theatre production of "The Little Mermaid". An accomplished dancer, she also participated with the Fort Wayne Ballet, and had been awarded a dance minor degree. She had the experience of living in Los Angeles, Calif. for several months, and played an "extra" in a variety of television and cinema productions. She is survived by her parents, Jon W. and Susan (Found) Anderson of Fort Wayne; sister, Kathryn Anderson of Fort Wayne; brother, Kristopher Anderson of Osaka, Japan; and her faithful rescue dog, Piper; she also leaves behind half-siblings, Robin Studt of Fort Wayne, Jon Anderson Jr. of Winchester, Va., Jennifer Marr and Jessica Murray of Gardner, Mass.; and several loving aunts and uncles. A private Memorial is to be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, her family has requested that donations be made to the Allen County SPCA or the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. To view the online obituary go to www.domccombandsons.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jan. 26, 2014.

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Jeremy Bolenbaugh

March 3, 2024

I am sorry for your loss. I hope to see her in heaven someday. Ericka and I had kept in touch over the summer of 2013. I worked with her for several years at a country club in 2003. I enjoyed working with her. My deepest sympathies go to her family and friends. I remember her often. May Jesus comfort you and her.

Christian Nagel

January 21, 2024

What a beautiful spirit. Thank you for being in my life.

January 25, 2020

Still remembered.

Paula Jo (Taylor) & John Marqueling

February 2, 2014

Dear Anderson family,
We lived across Gump Road from you (parents of Jesse, Joey and Amanda Elick). We are so saddened to hear of Erica's passing. Though I myself did not know Erica well my kids did and they always spoke very highly of her. She will be greatly missed by all. Our prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God comfort you.

Jennifer Closson

February 1, 2014

My deepest sympathies to your family. Ericka was one of my best friends in middle and high school. I wouldn't have been accepted into my collage drama program without her help. She will surely be missed by many.

Tim and Vickie Hans

January 30, 2014

Jon, Sue, Katie and Chris,
I'm am so sorry to hear that Ericka has passed away. I was totally shocked and saddened by this news. We haven't kept in touch but know that Tim and I are praying for God's comfort for you through the coming days. Much Love!

Arista (Murray) Reith

January 29, 2014

Jon, Sue & family - I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I've thought of your family often in the past years, you will continue to be in my prayers during your time of grief. You have my deepest and most sincere condolences.

Terry Nagel

January 29, 2014

Mr.and Mrs. ANDERSON, May the hole in your heart not grow larger thinking of what Ericka's passing has done to you. May your heart be comforted thinking about what her life did for you and so many others.May God's arms hold her now.

Jo Bauman

January 28, 2014

Sue and Jon, I am saddened to hear of your loss. May you find Comfort in the Arms of our Lord.

Deb Hein

January 28, 2014

Susan, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. May God comfort you and your family with His peace and strength.

Beth Iserman

January 28, 2014

Dear Sue,

There are no adequate words. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 28, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. It is never easy to lose a loved one in death . Even Jesus Christ was saddened when his beloved friend Lazarus died. Please look to God for comfort. He cares for you.

Rick and Mary Moulton

January 28, 2014

Jon and Sue,
When you called us the other evening to let us know of Ericka's passing, it felt like a part of our past had been ripped away. We have such fond memories of the years that you lived next to us and it seems like yesterday when Ericka was running around in our yards with Brett. Time passes much to quickly but the thoughts of a simpler time will not pass. May the thoughts of happier times be with you. Our thoughts and love are with you.
Rick and Mary

Christian Nagel

January 28, 2014

She was a beautiful flower in the landscape of our lives. I am honored to have been given the privledge to be a part of her life. I am forever grateful for the kind heart and nurturing spirit that she showed me. She was an intelligent young woman who sought a life of helping others. We are all missing a soul who had more to give. My sincerest gratitude, and condolences to the Anderson family for the gift they have helped to bestow on myself and many others. May another May Flower bloom in all our lives again.

Joe Dillon

January 27, 2014

Jon and Susan, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I am thinking of you. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

david&barbara Redding

January 27, 2014

She was in choir with my son, had a beautiful voice, and a very talented girl..our deepest sympathy.to the family.

Andrea Rollins

January 27, 2014

May God be with the Anderson Family at this difficult time. Ericka was a sweet little girl who grew into an ambition woman. She will be missed.

Whitney Evans

January 27, 2014

My heart breaks for her family, and I am overwhelmed with sadness.

Sherry Caley-Gonzales

January 27, 2014

My heart is heavy and sad. I have so many fond memories of Ericka. She was such a sweet and kind girl. Susan and Jon, I am so sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you.

Ryan Caley

January 27, 2014

She was my senior date for prom, a good friend in high school and we performed together in show choir. She was beautiful and talented. I will miss her.

Carol Wasson

January 27, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with Erica when she played Dainty June in Gypsy at Arena Dinner Theatre. She was always a joy and was so very talented. She will be missed. God bless her and God bless her family and friends.

Rachel Swedzinski

January 27, 2014

So sorry to hear this... I went to high school with her and she was always such a sweet person. No more suffering now.

Rev. Scott Nedberg

January 27, 2014

Susan and Jon, was saddened to hear of Erika's passing. She will be deeply missed by the theatrical community in NE Indiana. I will miss the lunches and conversations we had through the years. God's Blessings to you all.

Alice Jordan-Miles

January 27, 2014

Our Dearest Sue - May God bless you and your family during this time. I will hold you all up in prayer. May Ericka rest in peace.

Julia Meek

January 27, 2014

"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." (Thomas Campbell) Prayers and blessings to all of you as you walk this painful part of your journey, and treasure the spirit of your beloved Ericka.

Brittney Johnson

January 27, 2014

I remember Ericka from show choir... she was always a talented, bright, sweet gal. My deepest sympathies and prayers for your family at this time.

Christopher Murphy

January 26, 2014

Sincerest condolences. I had the pleasure of directing Ericka when she played Dainty June in GYPSY @ Arena Dinner Theatre. I have a hysterical photo of her being pushed around West Central in a grocery cart that we mysteriously found in the alley one day. I think fondly of her whenever I come across that photo or one of the costumes she wore. A wonderful and talented young lady. That spirit will be missed.

Paula hoppel

January 26, 2014

Dear Sue and family...so sorry when I heard. I can't imagine what you are going through. You are all in my thoughts.

January 26, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I'll always remember Ericka as being kind, smart, funny and ambitious. I am glad to have known her.

My deepest sympathies,
Anna

Greg Anderson

January 26, 2014

Dear Sue and Jon, you are in my thoughts and prayers. may your precious memories of her dancing, acting, and being you wonderful daughter comfort you. Hold tight to these precious memories, for they will comfort you and bring smiles to your face and warm the void in your heart

January 26, 2014

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU DRAW CLOSE TO OUR LOVING GOD BY READING HIS WORD, AND FIND COMFORT IN THE HOPE THAT HE GIVES US ALL : OF SEEING OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW PARADISE HERE ON EARTH.

Mike Hoehn

January 26, 2014

So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers for strength and healing

Ann Havener Dahlkamp

January 26, 2014

My prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss.

January 26, 2014

My deepest sympathies to both Jon, Sue and the family.

Martha A. Coussement

Andrew & Sandy Found

January 25, 2014

Sue, John & family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you always remember the wonderful things that Ericka brought to your life.
With sympathy,
Andrew & Sandy Found

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