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Garrett Erskine Obituary
1988 - 2015
Garrett Mark Erskine, 27, of Kenosha, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, while on tour in Colorado.
Born on May 5, 1988, in Kenosha, he was the son of Mark and Shari (Gerlach) Erskine. He attended local schools and was a 2006 graduate of Tremper High School.
Garrett was baptized at St. Mary's Lutheran Church, where he also attended with his family. He was a talented musician; whether he was performing, singing or composing, he had a true passion for music. Garrett was a member and founder of the band Dark Half, and when he wasn't performing, loved spending time with his faithful canine companion, "Josie".
He will be deeply missed by his mother, Shari (Steven Kupper) Erskine; two brothers, Ryan (Kimberly) Erskine and Jeremy (Rachel) Kupper; two sisters, Stephanie Lynn Karls and Samantha Kupper; paternal grandmother, Doris Erskine and maternal grandparents, Bruce Gerlach and Sharon (Mike) Ptasienski. Garrett was further survived by a niece, Eve Kupper; a nephew, Jace Kupper; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, countless friends and fans.
He was preceded in death by his father, Mark Erskine and his paternal grandfather, Edwin Erskine.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, Aug. 28, 2015, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Lutheran Church, 2001-80th Street. Interment will follow in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 27th at the funeral home from 5 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to Hope Council on Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse, 5942 6th Ave., Kenosha, WI 53140 or VH1's Save the Music Foundation, P.O. Box 2096, New York, NY 10108-2096 would be appreciated.
Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home & Cremation Services
3720 39th Avenue
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53144
262-658-4101
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for Garrett Erskine
travis imm
September 15, 2024
sure miss you buddy so talented miss talking to you when i was in a dark place you were there to help me out
Sheldon Hayes
April 13, 2019
Thinking bout ya. Rest easy bro.
Chris Spears-Leith
April 5, 2019
Rest in peace man
Kadan Reid
September 10, 2015
Man, another soul taken far too soon, friend. You helped not only myself but many others around the world get through tough times. Thank you for sharing your talents with us all. Rest in peace, dude.
Krist Alexander
September 1, 2015
Rest in peace homie, it was to early and too soon. You are gone but not forgotten. You will live on as a legacy. Condolences to the family and friends. You will be missed dearly.
Deby Marshall
September 1, 2015
RIP GENO!
Kerry Sporer
August 30, 2015
I remember Garrett as a bright, quiet sixth grader, many years ago when he was my student at Lincoln. He was a great kid who obviously touched many lives in a good way. RIP, Garrett. Condolences to the whole family.
Brittany Jung
August 28, 2015
R.I.P. Garrett
Nick Laabs
August 28, 2015
Geno man I just want to thank you again for everything and all the beautiful music that has helped many of us through so much. I'm going to miss kickin it with you up in Green Bay and I will never forget the time me and Ruckus and the homies took you to see Lambeau field for the first time. Rest easy homie.
Michael Syanide
August 28, 2015
You were my brother from another mother. You and D were my are my brother and it pains me your not here. I pray for you and your family dealing with this and to see you threw the afterlife. much Love Geno!
Rob Leicht
August 27, 2015
Sup Brother I just wanted you I miss talking to you and your brother on facebook we had good memories on facebook we use to talk on facebook everytime when you wasn't busy or I wasn't busy I remember telling you that I would always support your group Dark Half L's up and I told you that I have all of the Dark Half album's and I have LSP charm and also I told you I loved to come see your group oneday but also if been awesome if you did a FL show but now I hope your in a better place bro and I cant wait to kick it with y'all soon you well always be a great friend /brother of mine and no matter what I will always support Dark Half and hopefully soon we meet :) and well fam much love Whoop Whoop p.s L's up into the sky
MOMZ
August 27, 2015
Always in our hearts! Rest in paradise little one...Colorado MOMZ!
Krystifor C.
August 27, 2015
You got me out of hard times, and I owe you everything for that. Rest Easy, Brother. We love you.
Me and Geno at Strictly for the Wicked
Anonymous Juggalo
August 27, 2015
Geno, You were an amazing friend and an amazing performer. You will be miss dearly. And you will live forever in the hearts of everyone. R.I.P Brother
Amanda Morse
August 27, 2015
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you and the way you inspired me. I miss you so much!
August 26, 2015
RIP
jeffrey Shover
August 26, 2015
Garrett rest in peace man you were an awesome dude to have around your missed already by so many your memory everything you did your legend will live on forever i love and miss you buddy hold it down for us up there
Lucas DaDwarf Lisante
August 26, 2015
We have lost you but you will never be forgotten Geno. May you find peace now my friend. LSP4LIFE.
Gretta Branblett
August 26, 2015
Rip Garrette. Always remembered never forgotten. Rest easy.
JaeToria Orosco
August 26, 2015
Rest In Paradise, homie. U will be eternally missed and forever in our hearts. Thank u for sharing ur talent and life with the world...u are a true legend and will forever be remembered not only for being a talented artist but also for being the beautiful soul u are. We luv u and will continue to keep ur spirit alive.
Jeika stewart
August 26, 2015
Garrett i love you and miss you dearly. You would always leave random messages that would make my day. You're music was my escape from what we call life... It will live forever in all your fans.. Till we meet again my friend.
Crystal "badbaby"
August 26, 2015
Miss u so much. I am sorry for everyone's loss. Not a day goes by I don't look at Facebook and like I wonder what g put on today. Then I remeber . Love n miss u himie
Sonya p
August 26, 2015
Hey fam gone to soon will be missed
kenny davis
August 26, 2015
You know home I wish you could how many lives you helped and how much people loved you not just because you were famous cause you can truly tell by read what everyone has put on your guest book and I rember the night I sent you a video of my daughter singing dead and dieing and when she got to meet you at your hotel room she talked about that for weeks you will be missed dearly rip geno
Nick Childs
August 26, 2015
RIP Garrett ..you were an amazing person, friend and artist ..you will be missed brother
Mara Odegard
August 25, 2015
I will love you all of my days Garrett! I will miss your silly faces and you snickering at silly stuff! Hope you have found peace my friend you will be in my thoughts always...
Cecelia Plunkett
August 25, 2015
You were one amazing person still hard to believe that you are gone but no matter what you will live on in all of our hearts we love you man keep making the best music up there with the rest of the greats r.I.p. Geno
Carol Erskine
August 25, 2015
May you now have peace. You will be missed.
Jake Netzel
August 25, 2015
Its stil unbelievable that your gone. But you will always be remembered through our memories and heard through your music. Rest easy.
Teresa Humblet
August 25, 2015
Missing you Garrett, you've helped me so much in the short time that I knew you. Much respect to the close friends, and family, sending my thoughts and prayers.. You will be forever in my heart. ❤
Nick Vesely
August 24, 2015
This hits me so hard,even though I never got to meet you guys, what your music and what you had to say, mean so much to me, you knew what it was to be going through what I do on the daily,you hit my heart hard and made me feel not so alone,that I wasn't the only one,man I'm in tears,I hurt for everyone who knew you, your music was and forever will be inspiring to me,Thank You for being such an inspiration, you will be missed,and you are in a better place with no pain
Dracken Elizabeth
August 24, 2015
Much love Geno....you will be forever loved and missed...I can't tell you how much your music, your messages back and forth, and your posts influenced different parts of my life...fly high and finally be free and at peace...everything you have ever done for everybody will live on forever :(
Chris and Randy Brothen
August 24, 2015
We are so saddened by Garretts loss. He was always remembered as being a sweet little boy that really loved to be with my son Tony. He will be with his dad now. God bless.
Jennifer Nelson
August 24, 2015
U live on thru yr beautiful music Garrett. U will never be forgotten. My heart is truly broken. Rest in peace
Andrew Schulman
August 23, 2015
Hey fam, I'll never forget you, much love your family and labelmates, rest in peace bro!- Draco
Nigrl Smith
August 23, 2015
Dear, Garrett,
Though we only met in person once, you had a bigger impact on my life than you ever could have known.I can honestly say with the utmost sincerity that if it wasn't for yourself and Damien that I would not be here right now.You touched and saved so many lives.We will never forget you.Rest easy, my friend.You're finally free....
Brittany Lynn
August 23, 2015
Geno,
You were one of the most AMAZING people I have ever met... You helped me when no one else was there... And made me realize it was okay to be different. I appreciate you so much. R.I.P
Angela bunch
August 23, 2015
Geno our talks meant a lot to me I'm so saddened with out you here in person but youLL never leave this HeaeT till thy flip side were I'll really get to meet you Rest In HeavenLy PaRaDiSe
breck
August 23, 2015
i never meet you in person but your music touched me it empowered me when i needed it i wish i could of meet you. much love
scott danielson
August 23, 2015
R.I.P. Geno you touched so many people's hearts and soul's you will be sadly missed but never forgotten. May you finally be at peace
Benjamin Garcia, Jr.
August 22, 2015
Rest in Peace, Garrett. You were such an awesome artist, and your music continues to reach out to many fans worldwide. Dark Half's music has got me through some pretty rough times in my life, and for that, I am forever grateful.
I'll miss you, Geno
You may be gone, but your contributions are immortal.
Goodbye, friend.
Icy Mike
August 22, 2015
Geno, We'll always remember you and your music! You were always a great friend we had so many laughs together! The Cult Legacy will carry on & tha L's will be forever up! Rip GcS
Michael "Syanide" & Jennefer Hartung
August 22, 2015
You will always be in our hearts. Much love.
Patricia Preece
August 22, 2015
Rest in peace, may you lie without any more pain and suffering. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help family and friends like he has helped us. I will greatly forever hold the respect I give this man. He has helped saved me from myself too many times and now he is able to watch over everyone that's in despair. We all love you Garrett. "When I'm gone, please don't cry.. Keep me in your heart and mind"... Forever a legacy. Gone but never forgotten.
Maggie Kleeman
August 22, 2015
I never got the chance to meet you in person. But you were a really great guy. You touched so many lives. I appreciate all the talks you had with gary when he really needed the advice I didn't know how to give. You helped him a lot and I never got the chance to thank you. You had such a big heart and you always tried to talk to everyone. You poured your heart and soul into you music and you will be missed by so many. And I am so sorry for your family and close friends loss, I can only imagine what they are going through.
the crew
Al DeathShine McCain
August 22, 2015
Geno im gonna miss you like crazy you have no idea how big of an impact you had on me over the years we may not have always gotten along but the times we did were great and the memories had will never be lost I just wish I could tell you that in person
Nikkie Mullas
August 22, 2015
You were an amazing man, I'm so sad to see you leave this earth so early. You will never be forgotten and will always live on in the hearts of those who love you. Fly easy Garrett ='(
until we meet again...
Swivel Dirty
August 22, 2015
You will be missed bro. We love you!
Garth Flaherty
August 22, 2015
You may have left this world behind but you will still live on through the music you made that touched on many lives including my own, Long live DARK HALF
Adrian Garcia (Fphaty)
August 21, 2015
Geno...I'm going to miss you brother. You have no idea how much of an impact you had (still have) in my life. Great musician but most importantly, a great friend. May you rest in peace, Garrett. I love you, brother.
August 21, 2015
Geno, Ive only met you in person twice and you were a really cool dude. I met you the first time, when you performed it was my birthday and you took time to talk for a few and took some pictures, Man your music is just awesome, From your solos to darkhalf, You were a awesome guy all around. I hope that you rest easy and you are now free. We are in shock that you are no longer with us, but what you left behind will remain forever. Rest in peace Man! Thankyou for the memories and good times!From the bottom of our hearts we hope you are in a better place and are happy wherever you are at this moment.
mikey isded
August 21, 2015
jennifer stowers
August 21, 2015
You help and touched soo many lives. I didn't get to know you personally..sadly. I wish had that chance. I felt close through the emotions you shared with us all. I could be having a horrible day and sometimes even a simple post you made would make me smile. more than anything i hope you are at peace now and can rest.thank you for everything. Lots of love,heart and respect<3 RIP<3
Renee Holovacko
August 21, 2015
Rest in peace thank you for your wonderful music and caring heart
Lillielotus Longoria
August 21, 2015
Geno, I'm going to miss your positive words and advice that you gave me. I will forever remember them. You will forever live through your music.
Rest in paradise homie. ♡
Mars
August 21, 2015
Rest In Peace Geno. You were a cool dude and I'm glad I got to watch you grow as an artist every time we hit the same stages together. It was a pleasure knowing you and I know a lot of our fanbase is going to miss you, your voice and your sense of humor.
Kelly Berry
August 21, 2015
Dear Garrett,
I miss you so much, my heart aches every second you're not here. I keep thinking this is all a dream, that I'll wake up and everything will be ok. Your life, and everything you did touched so many people. We will miss you and remember you every day.
Kenny (Ebola)
August 21, 2015
RIP Geno. Miss ya man.
Krystal Wood
August 21, 2015
Rest in Paradise
Joshua Townsend
August 21, 2015
Dear Garrett Mark Erskine
I Never got the Chance too meet you at all, but you Inspired so many with your Music.
You will Be Missed & Always Remembered for your Great Music that you made.
My Condolences Go Out too the Erskine Family, Friends & Family & Damien Quinn.
RIP Garrett Mark Erskine
Brandie Richmond
August 21, 2015
May you always Rest in Paradise Geno gone but never ever forgotten. My condolences to his family loved ones LSP DARK HALF
Justin yaroch
August 21, 2015
R.I.P my truly best friend my brotha I'm gonna miss you u always helped me on my very depressed days I'm truly thankful for u to be there I love you bro
Mandee
August 21, 2015
Rest in paradise
Menno NineLives
August 21, 2015
Rest in peace my brother, You might be gone but you will NEVER be forgotten!
Jason Krawczyk
August 21, 2015
First and foremost, I would like to give my condolences to all family and friends. I am truly sorry for everyone's loss and let's remember all the good time we have had with Garrett.
Steve Wilson
August 21, 2015
Im really sorry for your loss. Garrett was an awesome person and an amazing musician and will always be missed.
Les Iceman
August 21, 2015
You will be greatly missed.
August 21, 2015
Condolences. You will be sorely missed
Alexa Baca
August 21, 2015
I just want to send my condolences to his family and close friends. I am sorry for your loss and he will be greatly missed by many. His music has helped a lot of people get through hard times including myself. Rest in peace.
Marcus Johnson
August 21, 2015
Your pain was a lot to bare. Our pain we must all share. You were taken from us by far way to fast. I am glad you have given me the friendship i looked for. You will live on im my heart and mind memories of you will never fade through the sands of time. I miss you bro till we meet again keep a spot open for me on that stage when its my time to go.
August 21, 2015
Your legacy will live on eternally. Much love and respect
Chris Scott
August 21, 2015
Geno,
You and your music has been an inspiration to me. It has helped me in my bad times and much more. You are not just a friend to me,you are a brother. You knew exactly how to help cheer someone up when needed. You will never be forgotten. R.I.P Geno,you are greatly missed.
Michael Hillman
August 21, 2015
I remember when I discovered Dark Half and thought they deserved some attention so I decided to interview them on JuggaloNews.com under then name Dark Jedi Hillz and unfortunately that interview is lost and it escapes me what exact year that was. Since then I watched them both excel and grow in their craft and talent. I was proud of them back then and I am proud of them now. This loss has shaken a lot of people but I am confident that we will find the strength courage and compassion we will need for ourselves and others involved. Bye Garrett. Damien - Be strong! Love you.
Jackie Summers
August 21, 2015
You will always be missed.
Clayton Gibson
August 21, 2015
Rest in peace geno your was a cool humbled guy me and geno always talk on Facebook and Snapchat he told me never give up on my dream he always ask me keep my head up
And for that he will always be in my soul my condolences to the families and friends rest in peace friend and I see you in the after life.
Angela Fifield
August 21, 2015
You will forever be in our hearts. I will always keep with me the good times. My heart goes out to your family and Damien. We love you Garrett.
Nevik
August 21, 2015
R.I.P Geno
You will never be forgotten
Ashley Creswell
August 21, 2015
Geno you will be greatly missed by many. They will never be other like you. Gone way too soon I wish tears could build a stairway and bring you back. We all love and miss you so much.
Finz derClown
August 21, 2015
Still can't believe ur gone :/
I mean...i never met you...but i think you was an awesome Dude...
loved your Music & Jokes
RIP Brother & Much Love from Germany
LSP4EVER
Kevin
August 21, 2015
So much I could say, so much I want to say, but all I am going to say is thank you, and I hope you found the peace you deserve. You will never be forgotten you live on in the music you left behind R.I.P.
Dustin (dirty-d) Estes
August 21, 2015
Miss you brotha
Dustin (dirty-d) Estes
August 21, 2015
Your soul was a great one you was filled with so much talent and creativity I was inspired by your thrive to make music that you moved me to push myself to be an artist myself I'm proud that I was able to meet you and help push your music on to so many others you live on in your music you are living proof that any us can make it if we try you will be missed Geno much love and condolences to your loved ones till we meet again my friend rest in paradise
Jade Campbell
August 21, 2015
My condolences to your family...Geno I will miss you so much. Thank you for being there for me when no one else would be. You will forever be the most beautiful soul I have ever met. Rest in peace, you deserve it love.
SHORTZ
August 21, 2015
DO NOT STAND AT MY GRAVE AND WEEP. I A NOT THERE I DO NOT SLEEP>WHEN YOU AWAKENIN THE MORNING HUSH. I AM THE UP LIFTING SPIRT RUSH. DO NOT STAND AT MY GRAVE AND CRY. I AM NOT THERE I DID NOT DIE. ALL OF YOU WILL KEEP MY MEMORY AND MUSIC ALIVE.
Fatkid Wilkinson
August 21, 2015
Geno I love u brother ur music helped me through alot of tough times I remember when I first met u an Damian I told y'all I was getting into music n u n him gave me ur email addresses n told me ud help me as much as u can that was back in 08 n ever since I had mad respect for u guys I'm gonna miss u brother ur always with me much love -fatkid
Claudia Tsosie
August 21, 2015
I loved your music and your amazing voice. This is very hard to take that you left us to soon. You were loved by so many, we are going to miss you so much but you will never be forgotten! My condolences go out to his family and friends. Love you Geno..may you rest in peace!! ❤
Janine Debaun
August 21, 2015
Dear Garrett,
If love alone could of saved you we wouldn't be in this place right now .. your voice and your irreplaceable personality will be greatly appreciated and missed .. the intense amount of love you have been recieveing from across the country is a testament to how much you meant to everyone .. you are so loved and will be so missed by so many ... Rest well and we will all see you again someday .. goodnight Geno
Jacqueline Huston
August 21, 2015
Always going to miss you. We love you so much. Thank you for being you and for letting us all in. I hope you know your loved and I hope your resting peacefully. I'll always have my fave songs to know your still here. Much love Geno much love.
Kukee Carnage
August 21, 2015
Thank you for your music. And your time. You were dear to us. Rest easy bud. You left some great music and memories behind.
des otterson
August 21, 2015
Rest in peace
August 21, 2015
I loved your music, so did my mother, im going to miss you, Ill play wilted flowers as much as possible for you garret.
michael schwegel
August 21, 2015
Geno thank you for sharing your life and music with so many of us you have touched myself and many others deeply thank you rip
Kaela Smith-Johnson
August 21, 2015
Garrett, you touched so many lives with your kind words and wisdom. You always made everyone else feel better no matter how bad you yourself were hurting. Thank you for your beautiful voice, your wonderful music, and your silly shenanigans. You will live on through your music and the impact you left on everyone's life. To his family, close friends, Damien, and all of LSP, thank you for allowing us to get to know this beautiful man. He will never be forgotten. Rest in paradise Geno. We all love and miss you dearly.
Erika Davis
August 21, 2015
My condolences go out to your family at this time.. I'm completely shattered that this happened, but just know that you will be forever missed and your legacy will continue on. Rest in Paradise, G. Until we meet again. <3
tiffany cowan
August 21, 2015
your still alive in my heart and in my speakers l's up homie you will never be forgotten
Jen Perri
August 21, 2015
Garrett you were loved by many and your music by many more. We'll all miss you! My deepest condolences to his family.
John Colwell
August 21, 2015
R.I.P. Geno
Maggie M
August 21, 2015
No one could ever forget such a beautiful soul, lost, but still beautiful. I don't know how I'm gonna cope with this but I can try. You're not truly gone, you're always gonna be in the hearts and minds of all of your fans. Its still hard to believe you're even gone. You were my savior. Your music made me feel like I wasn't the only crazy one. You spoke the words I couldn't. I remember meeting you, and for most of the time, we just talked. You told me to do something with my life while I'm young. You told me to live life but make sure you do it safe. You gave me the advice I had needed that day and you probably didn't even know what was going on. G you were on of the best people I knew. Still one of the best people I know. And this is probably not stuff you saay in a guest book but I don't care. I miss you already and I hope somehow you come out of the afterlife and see this. Bc I never got the chance to tell you how much you meant to me and how much of an impact you made on my life. You were loved greatly by many people G. You saved mine and many lives and I hope you are finally at ease. Rest In Peace, Garrett. Positive Vibes and Greatest Condolences to the family and LSP community.
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