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Erik J. Sederberg

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Erik Sederberg Obituary

Erik J. Sederberg Indianapolis/Portage Erik J. Sederberg, age 32 of Indianapolis passed away Monday, March 21, 2005 at his residence. He was a longtime Portage resident, a 1991 graduate of Portage High School, a 1995 graduate of Indiana University, and was in this third year of law school at IUPUI. He will be remembered by his family as a wonderful son, brother and grandson. Erik is survived by his parents Jeffrey (Sandra) Sederberg of Portage; sister Kirsten (David) Joyce of Portage; grandmother Gwen Sederberg; numerous friends. Memorial visitation will be held Monday March 28, 2005 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel 5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN.

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Published by The Times from Mar. 23 to Mar. 25, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Erik Sederberg

40 Entries

Shannon Richards (Bogucki)

July 1, 2005

I just found out this guest book was here. After reading so many wonderful things, it hit me...We have all been blessed by having known Erik. He truly left this world with my respect, despite my lack of contact for many years. My condolences...

Shannon Richards

July 1, 2005

I am very saddened at the loss of Erik. I always knew he was one of the brightest guys I would ever come into contact with. His humor and wit were not to be matched. I hope, despite the circumstances, that Erik left many great memories for you, as he did me. Kirsten, family, and friends...you are in my prayers regularly.

Mark and Amy (Bell) Norrod

April 7, 2005

I was very sad to hear about Erik's passing and would like to extend my deepest condolences to Kirsten and the rest of his family and friends. Although Mark and I never knew Erik well and haven't seen him since high school, we both remember him as a very funny, intelligent, and thoughtful person. Even back then, it was obvious that he had a way of touching people's lives with what appeared to be the greatest of ease. Our thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time.

Cindy Swenson (Pappas)

April 1, 2005

Erik was an amazing person--he was caring, intelligent, and had such a humor to him. He will truly be missed. My prayers are with his family.

Angie (Foster) McCoy

March 31, 2005

When I think back on my memories of Erik, all I can do is smile. He was the kind of person who opened your eyes to the funny yet deeper side of life. I will always remember the good times like Skittle soccer, dancing, the geometric fish pond at McDonald's and long talks at McDuffy's. He was the definition of a good friend. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends. He will be missed.

Michelle Loftin (Roque)

March 30, 2005

I will always remember my beloved friend that I met at Myers, whose quick-witted humor could always make me laugh. Erik had that unique ability to provoke my thoughts to a deeper level. He will be greatly missed by all of us who loved him. May God be with his family and friends so that they may find peace in the memories of such an amazing person.

Sara Perry

March 30, 2005

My sweet Erik, I can't believe you are gone. For the past 13 years, we have shared a very close and most unique relationship. You always knew what I was thinking before I uttered a single word. You finished my sentences and completed my thoughts. I have never had so much fun or laughed so hard with anyone as I did with you. My life feels totally empty without you in it. But you would not want us to be sad; you would want us to be happy that you are at peace now. I know that wherever you are, you're putting a smile on the faces of everyone around you. To your family, I extend my deepest sympathy. He loved you all very much, especially Mom and Dad Sederberg, Grandma, Kirsten, and last but not least your best bud Dan. Until we meet again.....

Michael and Katie Gonzalez

March 30, 2005

I will remember Erik's wonderful sense of humor, his jokes, gestures, and comic expressions, his remark of "you chucklehead!" when someone dropped a pun on him. I'll remember talking sports and politics and law with him over the phone, and his willingness to consider other opinions while sticking to his principles. I'll remember, back in the day, playing cards with him for hours on end, through the night until daybreak. Above all, I'll remember that Erik was a good man. He always tried to make those around him smile, and he always meant well. Katie and I offer our deepest sympathy to Erik's family and all others who loved him.

Jason Reese

March 30, 2005

Dear Erik,

You will be missed dearly, friend. Webster's defines the word "friend" as "a person whom one knows, likes, and trusts". I knew you well for the past 20 years, I loved you dearly and through it all, I, like everyone else who knew you, always trusted you. You were a great friend in every sense of the word. We pray that you are at peace. We pray for strength for your family and that God eases their pain in this trying time. We pray that we will remember the best things about you and use a few of the lessons that you taught us all in our own lives -- to be compassionate, a good listener, quick with a joke, close to your family and, most of all, a good person to those we call our own "friends". I'll miss you, Seddie.

J-ball

Matt Mundell

March 29, 2005

To all of Erik's family:

Erik was a good friend. Every time I saw him he made my life a little better and more fun. He had a great sense of humor and was truly a good person. I will miss him always

Solène Faggion

March 29, 2005

Toutes mes condoléances et mes pensées affectueuses pour la famille et les amis d'Erik.

Erik a été l'une de mes rencontres importantes lors de mon voyages aux Etats Unis. Son affection et sa tendresse m'ont accompagnée durant ces mois passés à Indianapolis. Je n'oublierais jamais son humour et son rire. Et il restera à jamais présent dans mon coeur. Que son souvenir reste gravé dans nos mémoire.

Bubba & Annessa (Cichowlaz) Flowers

March 28, 2005

Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to Erik's family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss.

Dan Olson

March 28, 2005

Words can not convey the loss I feel in my heart, mind, and soul. Erik was one of my best friends, I was his best man in his wedding, and it was tough to keep my speech down to 10 minutes when it came to compliments. I told him I loved him more times than I have my brother or father. There is a hole in my life now that can only be filled with memories, but boy, there are some good ones: Uncle Pete's, Purdue, dances, parties, weddings, cartoons, fairs, concerts, Burger King and Camelot, the list goes on. I love you pal, I'll see you again someday. To Moma and Papa Sedie, I love you guys too, and call on me for anything!!! Erik, me, Patsie and Weesie will be with you soon, wait up for us!!

Carrie Martin-Smith

March 28, 2005

Dear Jeff, Sandy, Kirsten and Erik's extended family, Troy and I are so saddened to hear about Erik's passing. Erik was my second big brother and I have so many memories of him growing up on Elmwood St. I think about his pranks in the woods, his love of pro-wrestling, his brilliant wit, his ability to burp the alphabet or funny jokes in one breath, our time at Great America bugging Bozo, his water-skiing catastrophe on our boat, his love of dancing and the great memories of him on the PHS stage. I hope he has found peace and that, in time, his family and friends are able to do the same. I will really miss your smile, Erik.

P.S. "It's my lunch, ha!"

Robin Arnold-Galka

March 26, 2005

My condolences to the Sederberg family. May God give you strength and guidance during this difficult time.

Jeff Sederberg

March 26, 2005

As Eriks father, I am glad to see so many of his friends sharing their thoughts of their time with Erik. He was a good son, growing up, and turned out to be a loving son as an adult. His family has been left with a great hole with his passing. Thank you all, on behalf of Eriks family, for your kind words.

Bob and Linda Matthews

March 26, 2005

Jeff and Sandy..Sending you our heartfelt sympathy. Our prayers for strenght though this difficult time go out to you and Kristin. God Bless You All.

Elaine Gergely

March 26, 2005

My heartfelt condolences goes to the Sederberg family. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.

Dustin Fowler

March 25, 2005

I had the chance to meet and get to know Erik at work. I will miss his jokes and his funny dance moves he taught us. Even in the worst mood, he could always make me laugh. Im glad I had the chance to get to know him.

Amy Bauer (Clapp)

March 25, 2005

My heartfelt condolences go out to Erik's family. Erik grew up down the street and around the corner from me. We met a few times again during our college years while he was visiting Purdue. He was a wonderful person, and will be truly missed.

Andy Anderson

March 25, 2005

Jeff, I am so sorry to hear the loss of your son. My sympathies to you and your family.

Donna Kuehl

March 25, 2005

Dear Kirsten and family,

We could never put in words how heavy our hearts are for you and your family. Randy and I send our deepest sympathy and will continue to keep all of you in our prayers. Please remember God is with us always during the darkness times, He never leaves us alone.

from the heart,

Our sincere sympathy,

Donna and Randy Kuehl

Gabriel Soukup

March 25, 2005

I want to extend my deepest condolences to all of Erik’s family and friends.

I knew him in high school, college and beyond. He was extremely intelligent and knowledgeable. He was funny and a fun guy to hang with. I will miss our conversations about law, religion and all the rest. I always wished the best for him and considered him a long time friend. His passing has saddened my heart in a way that is hard for me to convey. I miss him now, but I know that he is at peace and in heaven.

Kirsten Joyce (Sederberg)

March 25, 2005

I couldn't have asked for a better brother and the world will never be the same without him. I greatly thank all of his friends for being so wonderful during this difficult time. I know that he loved all of you.

Rick Cruz

March 25, 2005

My sincerest condolences to Erik's family and all those who knew him. He was one of kind, and will be missed us all. A friend since middle school, I will always remember him as one of the wittiest people I know, and will cherish the memories we created growing up in Portage.

Christine Parker (Belcher)

March 25, 2005

I'm very sorry to hear about the lost of Erik. He was such a wonderful person, I am glad I got to meet Erik in High School. He was always so cheerful and friendly. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.

Jamie Luckiewicz

March 24, 2005

Erik was a wonderful person, and through Monica Olson, I had the privilege of knowing him for a short time. I am very sorry for your loss. God bless him.

Randall Hicks

March 24, 2005

I am saddened to hear of Erik's passing. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends. My fondest memory of Erik is from 7th grade English class. Once it was discovered that he believed puns to be the lowest form of humor, the rest of the class worked to decorate the classroom bulletin board with all sorts of puns, humorously directed at him. I hope that on some level, he enjoyed it. So to "Myth America: Erik Sedergerg," you will be missed.

Darryl Locasto

March 24, 2005

I am very sorry to hear about your lost. Eric will be extremely missed.

My prayers go out to the entire family.

John Pritchard

March 24, 2005

I was so saddened to hear of Erik's untimely passing. His dry sarcastic wit will never be forgotten as it always made me laugh. Little league baseball is where I first met Erik and his unique nature. I recall a time when he was arguing with his coach mid-game only to then joke with me on the basepaths about that same argument. In my opinion, he liked to rile us up only to let us in on the "joke" later. My thoughts and prayers go out to Kirsten and all his family and friends.

Dina Levenda (Fessler)

March 24, 2005

I am so very sorry to hear of Eric's passing. He was a high school friend and was always so happy and upbeat. I can picture him dancing and singing and acting silly. He will be missed!

Michael & Brook Nowak

March 24, 2005

Our times spent with Erik were nothing but happy times. He leaves us many wonderful memories to remember him by. Our dearest sympathies to his family.

Tom De La Riva

March 24, 2005

Erik and I used to work together at Sherwin-Williams. I was saddened to hear about his passing. I always enjoyed his company and conversation. You will be missed by all who knew you.

Angie Johnson

March 24, 2005

I've known Erik since we were in kindergarten or first grade. We rode the bus together along with his little sister Kirsten. I remember Erik as always being up-beat and making everyone laugh. Since graduation, we talked only a handful of times, and it was always great to talk about how our lives were going. My sister now lives on the street that Erik grew up on and everytime I've passed his house I've thought of him and his sister. Erik will be forever missed by myself and everyone he touched. I am very saddened by his untimely death. My heart goes out to him and his family. Please know that he will never be forgotten and that you are in my prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Megan Jurs (Donelli)

March 23, 2005

I have so many fond memories of Erik. Erik was the first person I met when I moved to Portage the summer before my sophomore year of high school. As I was walking my Great Dane down the street Erik said hello, and I instantly was glad to have a friend. I look back and think of all of the times Erik was there to talk to me during high school when I was struggling with my own problems, and how selfless and loving he was toward me. I will always remember the good times we had, like swinging on the Flag Pole at Fegely, bobbing for lemons in my parent's hot tub, making popcorn, and sneaking out at night just to talk. I know Erik would want all of us to remember those times. He will be sorely missed.

Rick Miazga

March 23, 2005

Erik and I went to grade, middle, and high school together.

I am sorry to hear of your loss.

Tere Atwell

March 23, 2005

It was good to know you. You will be missed.

melissa lindsey

March 23, 2005

i will always remember how pleasant and caring eric was with everyone. he always came to work with a smile and a "can do" attitude. we are all very saddened here at AT HOME HEALTH EQUIPMENT. our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Holly Savage

March 23, 2005

Erik was good friend with whom I shared some very fun times.

I want to extend my heartfelt sympathies to his family in their time of grief.

Deanna Cope

March 23, 2005

I enjoyed working with Erik and have several funny memories. I'm sorry for your loss.

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