Eric HOAKEN

Eric HOAKEN obituary

Eric HOAKEN

Eric HOAKEN Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 5 to Feb. 9, 2019.
ERIC HOAKEN On Sunday, February 3, 2019. Eric Russell Hoaken, beloved husband of Lisa. Loving father of Greta and her partner Jacob, Miles, Thea, and Celia. Loved son of Ellen and the late Paul Hoaken. Dear son-in-law of David and Lynne Jacobson, and brother and brother- in-law of Sue and Jeff Bergeron, Nancy and Alan Trivett, Peter Hoaken and Jennifer, and Sven and Sonia Jacobson, and dog father to Charlie. Eric was a fun-loving family man, mentor to many, and a pillar of the legal community. His sense of humour, wicked tennis game, and passion for butter tarts will be remembered most. In recent years, Eric struggled with chronic nerve pain and depression following multiple spinal procedures. Eric's impact on the world is undeniable and his memory will be cherished. At Benjamin's Park Memorial Chapel, 2401 Steeles Avenue West, Toronto (3 lights west of Dufferin) for service on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. Interment in the Temple Sinai section of Lambton cemetery. Shiva at 480 Bedford Park Avenue, Toronto. Memorial donations may be made to The Eric Hoaken Memorial Fund c/o The Benjamin Foundation 416-780-0324 www.benjamins.ca

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David Jacobs

July 29, 2023

My mind again turned to Eric this week. I talked with a friend who had worked with him. We shared stories and they always reflected his integrity, his intellect, his wonderful sense of humor, and his calm professionalism. He was a kind man and he is missed.

James Hutson

February 20, 2020

My condolences to your family. I knew Eric when we were very young. I'm so glad to see all of the positive thoughts about Eric. My memories of Eric were also of fun and an everlasting positive influence.

Carol D

May 22, 2019

I am honoured to have known Eric and his sister Nancy for a brief period back in time at Kingston Collegiate. Sad to have heard this news even though so many years have passed and had no idea he was even in the same city as I. My condolences to his family.

Stephanie Scodras

April 13, 2019

I'm deeply saddened to hear of Eric's passing. I will remember his kindness and how he spoke so lovingly of his family. My deepest condolences to his family.

Cely Barrera

February 26, 2019

I wasshocked knowing that Eric Hoaken passed away. I've known him and his wonderful family for i worked with them not too long. But during those times i noticed their family as a very ideal family.
My deepest condolences to Liza , Greta, Miles, Thea and Celia.

Jennifer Griffith

February 11, 2019

I knew Eric many years ago when we both spent a year studying at Glasgow University. He was a good friend and expanded my way of viewing the World. He was also one of the people who inspired me to pursue a career in law. My condolences Lisa and your chlildren and Nancy and your family.

Scott Lichtenstein

February 10, 2019

Eric was a dear friend I met during our year abroad at the University of Glasgow, Scotland. We had one class together, Comparative Communist states'- 3 years before the Berlin Wall came down. Webster' was his nickname from Canada due to his extensive vocabulary. We travelled together throughout Europe Inter-railing'. Too many good times to remember. A loving soul, and a dear friend even if I haven't seen him in years. I am so sorry for his family's loss.

Katina Watson

February 8, 2019

I am very sad for Eric and for his beloved family. He was a fun and positive force. I remember when I was on my own with little ones, how he and Lisa encouraged me to come out on some fun outings and filled them with adventure and cheer.

Ian Malcolm

February 6, 2019

The saddest news....My sympathies to Nancy and Peter and their families, with many remembrances of Eric as an energetic, joyful student at Kingston Collegiate.

February 6, 2019

Dear Ellen and families,
This a very sad and shocking event and our hearts and best thoughts go out to you all.
With love
Peter and Carol Davy in Kingston

Alex Alvaro

February 5, 2019

I am incredibly saddened to hear about Eric's passing. He was a wonderful man. We met at Queen's and I have fond memories of our time there. We kept touch afterward, though now I regret it was not as frequent as it should have been. He once helped my wife and me in a very difficult time, without any reservations, and we will always be grateful. I send my deepest sympathies to his family.

Anne-Marie Malek, Pres., & CEO

February 5, 2019

Eric was a trusted legal advisor over many years. To Lisa and the Hoaken and Jacobson families, I offer my sincere condolences.

Sincere Serenity

a loved one

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Mark Longo and Sheila Colman

February 5, 2019

Time and distance never diminished our love and admiration for Eric. Our thoughts are now with Lisa and their family.

February 5, 2019

My condolences to Eric's entire family.
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Laura Mustard

February 5, 2019

My sincerest condolences to you Greta and your family.

February 5, 2019

My thoughts are with Ellen, Lisa and Eric's entire family and friends.
We have lost a wonderful son, husband, dad and friend.
Love, Mary Walker in Kingston

Lynne and David Ginsburg

February 5, 2019

We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Eric s sudden death. We have fond memories of Eric growing up in Kingston and spending time at out home with our son. We offer our sincerest condolences to Ellen, Lisa and his entire family.

Tom Learmont

February 5, 2019

The Hoaken and Jacobson families are in my thoughts.

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July 29, 2023

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February 20, 2020

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