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Erik Johanson Obituary
Erik Steven Johanson
51, of Indianapolis, passed away October 18, 2011. He was born January 10, 1960 in Indianapolis to Ilo and Nanny Kiss Johanson.
Erik graduated from Lawrence Central High School, Class of 1978, and worked in residential and commercial construction for many years.
Erik was deeply in love and greatly devoted to his beautiful wife, Sarah, whom he married June 15, 1986, and she preceded him death December 11, 2010. He was active in the Estonian Society of Indianapolis, and his passion in life was playing his guitar and fishing.
A Memorial visitation will be held Monday, October 24, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Services at 10:00 a.m. at Shirley Brothers Fishers-Castleton Chapel , 9900 Allisonville Road.
Erik is survived by his parents, Ilo and Nanny Johanson; brother, Mark Johanson, wife April; nieces, Amanda and Alyssa Johanson; sister-in-law, Anne Beeson; and two brothers-in-law, Jeff and John Beeson.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society. http://www.shirleybrothers.com
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Scott Cooper
November 2, 2011
I went to LC and graduated with Erik in 78 as well. I am so sorry for his families' loss.
Mark's birthday party, I think.
Jeff Hornung
October 24, 2011
The Hornung family sends their condolences to all Erik's family and friends. The bond between my first best friend Erik will be with me for ever.
Aita Chapman
October 24, 2011
On behalf of the Haas family, our condolences on the loss of Erik. We will fondly remember as kids playing with Erik and Mark during Estonian gatherings and events. Aita Haas Chapman
October 23, 2011
We are deeply saddened about Erik's death. We will miss him. Our condolences to the family.
Helle and Ken Martin
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