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Erik Russell Obituary
Erik Van Russell,48, died tragically on April 3,2025. We miss him terribly.
Erik leaves behind mother Janet Vandecar, brother Eli Russell, sisters Kirsten and Lauren Brandt and Shannon Russell. Daughters Maya Cameron and Izabella Jewett, son Evan. Nephew Ethan Russell. Dear friends Christina, Bethany, Robin, Aaron Hunter. An aunt and uncle, Jacqueline and David Stewart and many cousins. Erik’s father,Gene Russell, is deceased. Erik loved music, playing the guitar, drawing, fishing, camping and spending time with family and friends. We love you, Erik. You will always be in our hearts.
Please join Erik's family for a gathering to remember his life Friday April 25, 2025, from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the English Funeral Chapel in Coeur d'Alene, ID.
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