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Eric Leif Canuteson, born October 22, 1968, in Wawsaw, Wisconsin, died December 12, 2011, in Los Angeles County California.
A graduate of Colorado College, he received his PhD in geophysics from the Scipps Institute of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego, California. A co-founder of the Pacific Microinstruments and Metrozet, he spent his career designing and producing instruments to measure seismic activity.
He is survived by his wife, Nadia Vadimovna, his daughter Katherine Anastasia, his parents, John and Laura Canuteson, his brother Greg Canuteson, sister-in-law Beth and nieces Brennan and Natalie Canuteson.
His life never lacked adventure. His passions included hiking, mountain biking, sailing, surfing, traveling and rapelling. However, above all, he loved his family. The moment he met his wife, Nadia, he knew instant happiness, and together they built a life around their daughter. His love never fell short with the people around him.
Funeral Services will be this Sunday, Dec. 18th, 4:00pm, at Cabot & Sons Chapel, Pasadena.
Please visit cabotandsonsfh.com for online condolence submissions.
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F Jackson
December 22, 2011
May the God of all comfort strengthen you on this time of sorrow(2 Cor 1:3,4)
Bryan Young
December 18, 2011
I remember hanging with Eric when we went over to visit. back in the 70's. You will be missed Brother. Look kindly down on us from above. My heart and prayers are with you all. ..Bryan Young class of '86
Kelly Klinglesmith
December 18, 2011
Canutesonesque: The intense pursuit of the fullest life experience possible; the idea that there is no such thing as half-way; the incessant need to stir the pot, provoke, and push limits in order to understand what makes things tick; the absence of cerebral stagnation; the refusal to accept 'no' and 'can't'; the inability to be satisfied with the status quo; the passion to meet every challenge full-tilt; the enthusiasm that demands to be shared; the ability to create the spark of innovation that ignites and inspires others. I cannot mourn Eric without celebrating his life. He lived his life on his own terms. He was an original. Farewell.
Duane Eklof
December 17, 2011
Sorry about Eric's passing - I've known him since you all came to Liberty in 1975 when he was in second grade in Mrs. Sadler's class at Manor Hill. We weren't always close friends, but I did like him though, and he always did seem interested in life and how it worked. Much love to you John & Laura, and I'm sorry about you losing your younger brother Greg - he really thought a lot about you being Liberty's mayor, and I think he was proud of what you accomplished! Love to you and your family!
linda thomas
December 17, 2011
On behalf of liberty high school class of 1986, liberty, mo, i extend our sincere, heartfelt, condolences to eric's family. eric was brilliant and wonderful and loved by his classmates. he will be missed and never forgotten.
Amber Taylor-Balentine
December 17, 2011
The Canuteson family has always been like my own. Eric is someone I have, and always will admire greatly for his brilliance, and many incredible gifts to the world. I cannot imagine what your family is going through, but please know that myself and the rest of the Taylor family love you all very much and will be here for you and to always honor the memory of your incredible son. Love always - Amber Taylor-Balentine
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