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Craig Erickson Obituary
He is survived by his wife of 10 years, Janet Erickson, with whom he built a rich life and shared a passion for medicine and helping others.
Born in Madison, Wis., he was the son of Rodney and Sharon Young Erickson of State College.
He was a graduate of Pennsylvania State University and received a medical degree from Hershey Medical College. He and his wife, Janet, have a primary care practice in Bath.
Craig was a doctor's doctor, and his friends and colleagues depended on his expertise and counsel. He was a kind, gentle man with a towering intellect who will be profoundly missed.
He was of the Christian faith and was a member of the American Medical Association.
In addition to his wife and parents, he is also survived by two daughters whom he loved deeply, Abigail and Elizabeth, both at home; a brother, Jeffrey Erickson, and wife, Rachel, of Denver, Colo.; mother-in-law Bernadette Miller of Archbald; maternal grandmother Marjorie Young of Grimes, Iowa; and aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, William Miller.
The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, from St. Matthew's Church in East Stroudsburg. Interment will be private. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until the time of services Saturday at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Craig Erickson Scholarship Fund, c/o Commonwealth Medical College, 150 N. Washington Ave, Seventh Floor, Scranton, PA 18503.
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Memories and Condolences
for Craig Erickson
Ami Frank
June 17, 2010
Dear Rod, Shari and Janet
I had just read of Rod's "PSU Alumni" status and thought to myself, "I wonder what Craig is up to these days?" I was saddened to read the news of his passing. I got to know Craig at PSU during our field ecology trip to Costa Rica. You really get to know someone... their humor, their kindess, their generosity while spending 13 days in mud, rain, surrounded by snakes, scorpions, fire ants, etc. One of my most memorable nights in college was the night he and I stayed up all night talking in the middle of the jungle! He was also the guy that would help you out no matter what. As an example, while we were in college, I had an unforseen car repair bill. My parents were vacationing and out of reach (before everyone had cell phones!!!). I was lamenting to Craig, and without batting an eye, he cut me a blank check! He told me just to pay him back when I could.
I always knew that he would make an excellent doctor, and from reading the posts, I can see that he has touched many lives. He was, as many said, an "old soul" and wise beyond his years. I only wish that I would have been more diligent with correspondence and stayed in contact with him over the recent years. I hope that you find comfort in reading the words from all those whose lives that Craig has touched with his compassion, kindness, and loving spirit.
My deepest condolences,
Ami Tindall Frank
Ginger Crudele
May 31, 2010
I just found out about Dr. Craig and I am still in shock!
My heart goes out to Dr. Janet and the girls and all of his family. I feel like I lost one of my best friends because he always treated everyone like a friend first. He always made me leave the office smiling even when I was not in the best shape.
Our community and the world will be at a loss without him in it. Beautiful souls such as his don't come around too often and I will surely miss him as will anyone who had the good fortune to have known him... even for the short while he was with us.
Rest in peace Dr. Craig and know that your family and friends will be in my prayers from this day on.
Sandy Amerman
May 3, 2010
My husband & I just found out about Dr. Craig. We are so sorry for the loss. He was the most AWESOME doctor we have ever had. May he Rest In Peace. There is a special place in heaven for Dr. Craig.
April 5, 2010
Dr. Erickson was the best doctor I ever had. I remember last summer I had an appointment to get some warts on my feet removed. I'm 18 And I hate pain and cutting or anything like that. I was like freaking out in the office while he tried to freeze off these warts. Then he tried putting band aids on them and they wouldn't stick cause I was freaking out and my feet got sweaty! The whole time he was jut laughing at me and I can't even handle a procedure as simple as this. Well the reason I'm telling this story is I just went back to a doctor for the same problem
and it reminded me of this time with Dr. Erickson and I actually started crying. I miss you so much Dr. Erickson you will always be in my heart and my familys.
Denise Alexander
March 30, 2010
Words can't express the sorrow of losing a Doctor who made you smile even when you weren't feeling well. Dr. Erickson was a man with a gift of not only hearing your issues but generally caring about you as if he knew you all your life. The Alexanders of Mt Pocono send our deepest condolences to his family. He will be remembered and will be missed.
Marion Musumeci
March 29, 2010
I still think that I'm going to wake up from this terrible nightmare. To say that I'm saddened is beyond words. My heart goes out to Dr. Janet, those precious little girls and the whole Erickson family.I've read every entry in this guest book and it still doesn't say enough about what a fantastic doctor and person Craig Erickson was.My husband was so happy for me when I came home years ago saying that I finally found "my doctor". He actually knew about my rare disease.(I didn't have to educate 1 more doctor about it.)He appreciated that I knew my own body and I didn't like taking medicine unless it was necessary.In 34 years of marriage my husband,Michael has only seen 1 doctor,Dr. Craig,for a "new job physical".Michael said if he ever really needed a doctor that he would only go to Dr. Erickson.When our son Michael was very ill and we feared that he had Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma,Dr. Craig saw him right away.He said, through that great smile of his,"classic Mono" and then proceeded to discuss employment options with Michael.Amazing!When our son Michael heard the tragic news of Dr. Ericksons' passing he said "but he was so cool." Although Dr. Craig was not much older than my sons, we never thought about his age, or Dr. Janet's for that matter. We all have the utmost respect for them as doctors. It seems like they were doctors their whole lives for the knowledge and compassion they show.
Dr. Craig Erickson you will be greatly missed and yes YOU WERE SO COOL!
March 22, 2010
DEAR DR.JANET WE ARE SHOCKED TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF DR.CRAIG . HE WAS A WONDERFUL DOCTOR. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF SORROW.ROBERT&HELEN R.
Chantina Wilson-Jones
March 3, 2010
I really don't know where to start. I have been in Pennsylvania for about 7 years with my two children and just can't began to describe the care that we received from Dr.C Erickson. He is was a friend to me especially when he would give me advice towards my eldiest son who was just hitting his teenage years. Dr. Erickson has taught me how to be more stern with raising our boys. I also can recall when he had made the decision to leave Tobyhanna family practice to join his wife on a full time basis at NLPC which we decided to follow him from the Poconos to Bath. One thing I can say Dr. Erickson will truly be missed by our family and will always remember the advice he gave us towards our health and the up bringing of our three boys. Dr.Erickson you truly are a wonderful Dr.!
James and Lisa Bonner
March 3, 2010
Word cannot even describe how sorry we are to hear of Craig's passing. He was a wonderfull Doctor and friend.
Sarah Kram
February 24, 2010
Dr. Erickson was my son Jacob's Pediatrician. We drove almost an hour to his office because of what a great doctor he was. He was a doctor like no other. He always gave great advice, always had time to answer questions and we never left his office without a smile on our face. I am truly saddened by his passing, and he will be missed dearly.
Stacy Perazzelli
February 22, 2010
Dear Dr Janet,
With kind thoughts of you today.
Lisa Merker
February 21, 2010
Dear family, friends and staff of Dr. Craig,
We were so shocked to hear of Dr. Craig's passing. He was half of the best doctor team we ever had. I met Dr. Janet first and could not believe the care and concern she had for her patients. Dr. Janet became busy with the girls and I was asked if I would mind seeing Dr. Craig instead. I took the appointment not knowing how Dr. Craig was.I was simply amazed with his care and concern for me as a person. The rest of my family became patients and were never sorry that we did. We were treated like we were the only patient in the office that day. Dr. Craig talked with you,joked with you, gave you "reminders" without ever being nasty, and he let you ask all the questions you wanted to and never rushed you out the door. We as a community have lost a great member, a great doctor and a great friend. Dr. Janet may your memories help you through this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your girls and your great staff. We will miss Dr. Craig and all his care for you as a person, not a number.
Lisa, Joe, Lauren and Jason Merker
MANUEL LUGO
February 21, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
JOSHUA RODRIGUEZ
February 21, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
VICTOR GONZALEZ
February 21, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Peter Rodriguez
February 20, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sappherin Miranda
February 20, 2010
Dearest Dr. Erickson and Family,
We wish there were words that we could offer to help you through this dark and difficult time. The loss of Dr. Craig is SO GREAT that it defies logic.
He was our doctor and our friend. He was a doctor beyond compare-he was the full package. He loved his patients and was there for them 100% all the time. He was the most humane, compassionate and sincerest doctors we have ever known. Aside from being our doctor he was also my daughter’s pediatrician. He was just AMAZING with her!! He would walk in the exam room and her EYES would just light up because she knew she was in the best hands-no matter how sick she was feeling. She always knew that Dr. Craig would make her feel better. We did too! I don’t know if he did this with other patients but he would always draw pictures for my daughter to help her understand why she was sick at that moment. If she had an ear infection, he would draw her a picture of the ear canal and show her exactly what was going on in her ears that made her sick, the same if she had strep throat, or a stomach virus, a sinus problem it didn’t matter what the condition- he would actually take out the time during her examination to draw these pictures to make her feel more comfortable and less scared about being sick.
I can’t even think of how many times we paged him in the middle of the night because we were sick or our daughter was sick and no matter what the circumstance was, be it 3:00 in the morning, or he was on vacation or it was the weekend –he would call us back. That sense of security and comfort level is the kind we know only comes once in a lifetime. We feel so honored and so blessed to have known him and been touched by his life. We are so grateful for the time we had with him and all the love and care he gave us along the way. Please know that our prayers, thoughts and hearts go out to you and the girls and that we are here if you need us.
Love Sappherin and Family
SOCORRO LUGO
February 20, 2010
WOW! Where do I start? I met Dr. C. Erickson in 2005 when I was a patient at PMC. Dr. Craig Erickson came in my room and I remember crying hysterical as I was looking out my window. He came in and introduced himself to me. I remember not even turning around to acknowledge his presence in my room. I remember saying to myself, “Who is this man?” I had so much anger in me for I was diagnosed with Stage 3B Cancer on March 2005 and my husband was also diagnosed with Stage 4 Lung Cancer, 3 months after my diagnosis in New York. I was so angry and full of rage, but Dr. C. Erickson kept talking to me, as I turned around and looked at him, I realized how compassionate and soft spoken he was at my bedside that I couldn’t help but turn and apologize for being so rude. Dr. C. Erickson looked at me and said, “I would be pissed off too if I had to face what you’re facing.” It was a light bulb moment for me because he “Got It” he really understood what I was feeling.
I can’t put into words how blessed my husband and I were to become their patients. My husband and I went to their practice, and there we met Dr. Janet Erickson. OH MY GOD-what a wonderful physician. She took us as her patients and Dr. Craig Erickson would also pitch in. When my husband became very ill both doctors came to my house to take care of him. Where do you find this kind of health care? These guys are the best! I will miss Dr. Craig Erickson immensely. He was worth his weight in gold. These doctors are one of a kind. They’re not only your doctors but they’re your friends as well. It is extremely difficult to find that kind of combination.
To Janet- May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Also, know that now you and the girls have a guardian angel to watch over you!
LOVE, THE LUGO FAMILY
Flora Lugo
February 18, 2010
When I told people about my parents’ doctors they would all say “I wish I lived in PA and had them”. I even wished I lived in PA to have them too! The partnership of the Erickson team was certainly one that is rare in this lifetime. Both would deliberate over my parents’ conditions and answer ALL of our questions (5 children, 2 spouses and both parents= 1 million questions). Janet and Craig would do home visits to provide much needed healthcare to my parents and while they were there they did much more. They would tell my parents stories about their courtship that made my parents laugh (something that was difficult to do, considering their circumstances). They brought much more than their stethoscopes they brought a tremendous amount of comfort.
Craig and Janet were our angels on earth and my family is eternally grateful for their service. Although Craig is gone to be an angel in heaven, I know that Janet will remain our angel in Pennsylvania!
Our heart felt condolence goes out to Janet and the girls- Flora Lugo & Family
NICK BARBATI
February 17, 2010
I CANT BEGIN TO SAY HOW MUCH DR CRAIG MADE A DIFFERENCE IN MY LIFE. WE ALL KNOW THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF DOCTORS OUT THERE BUT THERE ARE ONLY A FEW THAT REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU, WHEN I WALKED INTO THAT OFFICE I NOT ONLY WAS GOING TO SEE MY DOCTOR BUT I WAS ALSO SEEING A FRIEND. DONT GET ME WRONG IF I DIDNT FOLLOW HIS DIRECTION I WAS TOLD ABOUT IT AND THIS WAS BECAUSE HE CARED SO MUCH. I THINK ABOUT DR CRAIG OFTEN AS WELL AS EVERY OTHER PERSON THAT CAME TO SEE HIM. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU CRAIG YOU WERE ONE IN A MILLION THANKS SO MUCH FOR GIVING ME AN OPPERTUNITY TO KNOW YOU.
The Hart's
February 16, 2010
Dear Dr. Janet and family,
Words can not express the unfathomable sorrow you must be feeling at this time. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. Dr. E was the best of the best. We felt that we had finally found the true meaning of a compassionate and intelligent down to earth Doctor with in him. He made us so comfortable being 1:1 with him. His advise was immeasurable. We will be one family amongst hundreds that will miss him. But we will never, never forget him. He was the true example of the perfect Doctor.
Colette Anderson
February 14, 2010
My family and I are very sad to hear about this tragic loss. Dr. Craig will be forever remembered as a caring and compassionate doctor and his memory will live on through our family. He was one of a kindest and most sincere doctor’s we had ever had. My husband and I started going to Northern Lehigh Primary Care shortly after it opened and have been going ever since. Although the drive to the office was very far for us, it was worth it knowing that we assured to receive the utmost care and attention. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Criag’s wife and his two girls, as well as his other family and friends.
With Prayerful Hearts,
The Andersons
Jonathan Anderson
February 9, 2010
Dear Dr. Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I only new your husband through his dealings with our Cardionet heart monitoring, but he was one of a kind. I call on over 800 physicians and he was one that stood out. It was pleasure to have know Dr. Criag and he will be missed.
With Sympathy,
Jon Anderson
February 8, 2010
We are truly so sad to hear of this tragic loss of not only a compassionate and thorough doctor but a man who cared so much about every detail and every person he touched. We will remember Dr. Craig and family in our prayers.
Sue Long
February 7, 2010
Dr Janet, our thoughts & prayers are with you .Dr craig & yourself pulled Pete through quite a bit we will miss Dr Craig , our thoughts & prayers are with you & the girls time does heal it will b a while, Love Sue & Pete
Kimmie Scott
February 6, 2010
To the family, friends, and other individuals that were blessed enough to have known Dr.Erickson:
I was fortunate enough to have worked with Dr.Erickson for a short time at PMC(Abeloff) where I was able to witness the wonderful person so many others have spoken about. I will always remember his smile that would make you smile, his kindness and concern for others. The world was truly a better place with him in it and he will be greatly missed. I hope you find strength and comfort in each other through these difficult times.
Steven Blasi
February 5, 2010
I never had the pleasure of meeting Craig but I was saddened to hear of such a tragic loss. My sympathies go out to his family and friends. I was one of the LVPG physicians who covered the practice this past Thursday and from the mouth of every patient, they expressed how much they adored Dr. Craig and how much they will miss him. One of his patients who had followed him down from the Delaware Water Gap broke into tears upon hearing that he had passed. They say that time heals all wounds however I feel that the wounds in the hearts of some of Dr. Craig's patients wil be carried for the rest of their lives. I bow my head out of respect for a fellow family physician who was taken to early from this world.
February 5, 2010
Dr.Janet and family, We are very sorry on the loss of Dr. Craig. We are at a loss for words to express our sorrow for you, your girls and family. How fortunate to have both of you as our physicians. How fortunate we were that you "had our backs." We would brag to family and friends about "our doctors" regularly. We feel lost. We feel for you and we have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Maureen & Bob Romano
A Brown
February 5, 2010
Dear Dr. Janet,
I am writing to you and your family to express our deepest sympathy at the loss of your husband. I also want to share with you how much he meant to us. Hopefully, in some small way you will find comfort in knowing how much he was loved and respected.
I was scheduled to see Dr. Craig on Tuesday February 2, 2010. I was so excited about that appointment. There was so much that I wanted to share with him concerning my progress in living a healthy lifestyle. He was always so encouraging and he treated not only any physical condition I may have had but always addressed my emotional and sometimes spiritual needs as well. I called to confirm that appointment and that is when I received the awful news of his death. I am still in shock and I cannot begin to imagine the pain and sense of loss that you and your family are feeling. His death has left a hole in my heart. Dr. Craig was more than a doctor to me and my family he was a trusted friend who will be forever missed.
His life made our world a better place, his death will leave an emptiness in the lives of all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. I assure you that my family and I will never forget him. Dr. Craig made a lasting impact on our lives. We will be healthier and stronger because of the years that he was our family physican. He was a doctor, teacher, counselor and friend. My family will always hold him in our hearts.
I just want to share one of the many fond memories that I have of Dr. Craig. When my son, who is now a high school senior, was getting ready to become a boarder at a college prep school, Dr. Craig sat him down and had a heart to heart talk with him about the many challenges he would face being away from home; especially with so many wealthy kids. Dr. Craig continued to encourage my son to get good grades and live up to his full potential. He even went so far as to promise him a recommendation to Penn State if he did. He talk to my son like a father. That is just the kind of man my doctor was. I am sorry that he won't get to see the tremendous impact that he had on my son. Dr. Craig would be proud and I will always be grateful for how he poured into my son's life.
If there is anything that my family can do for you now or in the future please don't hestitate to contact us.
With Prayerful Hearts,
The Brown Family
JANET COOPERBERG
February 3, 2010
DEAR DR JANET, I JUST HEARD TODAY OF THE PASSING OF DR CRAIG, I WAS SO VERY SAD HE WAS A WONDERFUL DR AND A VERY CARING PERSON JUST AS YOU ARE, YOU WERE BOTH THERE TO HELP ME WITH MY HUSBAND BILL WHEN HE WAS SO ILL. MY DAUGHTER PATTIE COULD NEVER GET OVER THE KINDNESS BOTH OF YOU SHOWED US BEFORE AND AFTER BILLS DEATH. IF THERE IS ANYWAY THAT I OR MY DAUGHTER COULD HELP YOU PLEASE JUST ASK. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Kathy Doyle
February 3, 2010
Dr. Janet & Family,
I was deeply saddened today when I heard the news. I am in shock. He is such a great doctor and always had a great conversation with me when I came in to the office.
Your family is in our prayers.
Penny Burke
February 3, 2010
We are sending our sincerest sympathies to the Erickson family. What an awful shock and loss to so many people. Dr. Craig was such an awesome doctor and friend. I am heartbroken at the loss for his family and for eveyone who's life he has touched. He made he corner of the world a better place. I pray for peace and healing for the ones left behind. Dr. Janet, if there is ANYTHING our family can do to help, please do not hesitate to call me.
Penny & Billy Burke & family
February 2, 2010
Dr.
___ C caring/compassionate
___ R rare
___ A amazing
___ I irreplacable
___ G great guy
He has touched so many lives, and will be missed by so many more. I can only hope that he felt the love from all he touched when he was with us. May he Rest in Peace.
I have always had bad luck with doctor's until I met Dr. Craig and Dr. Janet. I realized I had finely meet the doctor's I had been searching for my whole life. (I grew up in a time when doctor's would tell you this is not going to hurt right before they gave you a shot. Needless to say that did not instill a trustworthy relationship). I was looking for a doctor that would be a team player and truely cared about the patient, and as a mother I was relieved that I had found this for my children. As other people have mentioned they made going to the doctor's office enjoyable. My husband was amazed I would actually wait in a waiting room for well over the appiontment time just to see them. It did not matter to me I enjoyed seeing each of them that much. And as others have mentoned it was not long and my immediate family was going to NLPC, plus a sister and a brother. And when I was asked to be of service to the practice it was my HONOR!!! When asked I would jump to help, there where times when I would even find myself extra's to do and would often want to do more.
Dr. Janet,
You and the girls will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
Love Always,
Terry
Meg Kawan
February 1, 2010
Dear Janet,
I was so saddened to hear of Craig's death, and can not even begin to imagine what you are experiencing right now. Although it's been more than 10 years since we graduated, I feel like it was just yesterday that I was sitting in a PBL classroom with Craig. We were in several small groups together, and I will never forget his incredible intellect coupled with his hilarious sense of humor. He was always so much fun to be around.
There are probably no words to convey my sympathy - please just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Meg Bradley Kawan
February 1, 2010
So terribly sad to hear of this loss. I am a patient of craig and couldnt begin to list the ways he has helped me. The most profound quality of our relation to me was the way he always made me feel that he was a friend and just a working man like me. That quality will be very hard to find again in a doc. I dont think i'll ever find another doc that can compare to craig. My warmest wishes to his family.
Kristin Humphreys
February 1, 2010
Dear Janet,
I have such strong and wonderful memories of Craig from medical school - particularly from PBL. He had such a great smile and optimistic outlook. He was calm. When you spoke with him you felt he was listening carefully to everything you said. He never seemed rushed or frazzled like the rest of us. Even in his early 20's he seemed like an old soul.
My strongest memory of him was one snowy evening in early Spring. We happened to both be walking to that far right front entrance of the medical center (from UME). The snowflakes were huge and it was beautiful and quiet. All of a sudden a bolt of lightening cracked across the sky. I about jumped out of my skin. It was so unexpected - at night and in the snow. I turned and looked at Craig. He had this huge smile on his face and like a 10 year old boy he yelled," That was so COOL!!!"
Janet, I can not imagine what you are going through. I only knew Craig for a few years and I feel the world is an emptier place without him.
All of my thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls,
Kristin Humphreys
Kristin Humphreys
February 1, 2010
Dear Janet,
I have such strong and wonderful memories of Craig from medical school - particularly from PBL. He had such a great smile and optimistic outlook. He was calm. When you spoke with him you felt he was listening carefully to everything you said. He never seemed rushed or frazzled like the rest of us. Even in his early 20's he seemed like an old soul.
My strongest memory of him was one snowy evening in early Spring. We happened to both be walking to that far right front entrance of the medical center (from UME). The snowflakes were huge and it was beautiful and quiet. All of a sudden a bolt of lightening cracked across the sky. I about jumped out of my skin. It was so unexpected - at night and in the snow. I turned and looked at Craig. He had this huge smile on his face and like a 10 year old boy he yelled," That was so COOL!!!"
Janet, I can not imagine what you are going through. I only knew Craig for a few years and I feel the world is an emptier place without him.
All of my thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls,
Kristin Humphreys
February 1, 2010
Dear Rod and Shari,
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved son. We were out of town when we received the sad news. Please know that you are very much in our hearts and prayers. Love, Mary Jane and Mike Coleman
gary samboy
January 30, 2010
I am devestated at Dr Craig's passing. He was so much more than a Dr. He always took the time to ask about all aspects of my, and my family's lives. His caring inquiries helped heal the mind, heart and soul of all those he treated, while attending to the physical needs of his patients. Dr Craig felt the illness, sufferring and passing of his patients as if they were family members. His gentle nature and heartfelt caring were evidenced at every visit. I feel like i have lost not only my Physcian, but my mentor, my children's advisor, and most of all a dear friend. I cannot express the loss I feel, but know it is minimal compared to the loss experienced by his wonderful wife and beautiful daughters. He will be missed on so many levels. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family. They, and he, will be in my thoughts and prayers. He will be sorely missed.
January 30, 2010
So sorry to hear about Craig. My heart goes out to you. He was way too young, and had so much more to do. Kelly Joyce Cowen, MD
Judy Ryan
January 30, 2010
Dear Janet,
I'm so sad and deeply sorry- every so often you meet someone who makes such a difference in your life that to call that person a friend is just not enough...Dr. Craig was a friend to everyone and always treated you as if you were the only person in the office...he saved my husband John's life more times than I can count ... he was a walking book of information - although heaven just welcomed it's newest angel, he will be sorely missed in Northeast Pennsylvania.
With Love John and Judy Ryan - Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania
Christine Davy
January 30, 2010
Dr. Janet Erickson and Family,
I worked with you both at Pocono Medical Center as one of your echo techs. I also was one of Dr Craig's patients when he was using the Abeloff building for his office before you changed to your existing office. He was a great doctor and very easy to talk to. He was a great man and will be missed terribly. God bless your family, especially your little girls.
With deepest condolences,
Christine Davy and Family
Narasim Murthy
January 30, 2010
I was sorry to hear about Craig's passing. I was in internship with Craig and Janet. I would like to wish Janet and the girls strength through this difficult time.
Debra Beels
January 30, 2010
Dr. Graig Erickson was a loving and caring doctor who treated you as if you were part of his family. Such a great doctor who took his time with me never rushing me out with a kind and concerned warm heart , helped me with every problem never wrong. He is and will be the greatest doctor I have ever went to and hurts like a deep wound that he is gone. Thank you Doctor Erickson for being there for me and making me feel so special in your caring doctor way. I will miss you so greatly. May God find you and hold you in his heart free from any pain. My deepest sympathy for Janet and her family.
Chris Petersen
January 28, 2010
My family an I wish to pas along our deepest sympathies. Dr. Erickson was a fine doctor and extraordinary man. He provided comfort to many and will be sorely missed.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Stacy Perazzelli
January 28, 2010
Dr. Craig was loved. He touched and impacted so many lives; family, friends, patients...
There really aren't any words... I am so sorry.
Kelsey Wagner
January 27, 2010
Dear Dr. Janet and the girls,
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Craig was an amazing doctor, father and friend. Whenever i would come into the office for a visit he would always sit down and talk to me about school and how classes were going. He always knew how to put a smile on my face with one of his corny little jokes or how proud he was of me for doing well in college. He was always so proactive in being part of what my next step was when it came to graduate school and giving me names of people to talk to about internships and just getting my foot in the door to get something started. He has had such a profound impact on my life. He treated me like I was one of his own as he did with all of his patients. He was truly and still is my guardian angel. Janet, I love you and my thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. I feel truly blessed and grateful to have known him. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Arthur and Debra Bardar
January 27, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Roxanne Nelson
January 27, 2010
To Janet, girls, staff and family,
I want to send you my deepest condolences. I just heard about the passing of my Dr. Craig and I cried my heart out. He was such a Great doctor. You guys were there for me as I went through my battle and I appreciated every moment you all spent with me. My heart is so heavy. I feel I lost apart of myself. I relied on Dr Craig for everything. His council was excellent he was patient with me he always made sure I understood what was going on with my care. He always went an extra mile for me. I love him, I will miss him dearly and my prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Roxanne Nelson (E Stroudsburg, PA)
Marguerite Kolb
January 27, 2010
Janet, girls and staff of NLPC,
I cannot begin to express my families shock and sadness upon hearing about Craig's passing. He was truly the best. We always know he would spend whatever time was needed with us when we were in the office. He even helped my sons acquire their first summer jobs last year. Our deepest condolences to all his family and friends.
The Kolb Family
January 26, 2010
Janet, Abigale and Elizabeth,
We are at such a loss, words can never express our sorrow. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Craig was a wonderful man and physician. We will never forget.
Kelly and Mike Tripp
January 26, 2010
I have always wanted a real life "Dr. Carter: and I got it with Dr Craig. He was kind and compassionate and got my daughter over her fear of doctors. Our community has lost a great doctor.I offer my deepest condoences to his family and friends.
The Paulin Family
January 26, 2010
We are deeply saddened by the news of Dr. Erickson's passing. He was by far the most compassionate, caring physician we have ever had the privilege of knowing. Our deepest condolences to his wife and beautiful little girls. May he rest in peace.
janice kelly
January 26, 2010
To the Family of Dr. Erickson,
I had the priveledge to work with him at a nursing home. As a social worker Dr. Erickson made me feel like a professional equal as well as a friend. I was deeply saddened and affected by his passing as he was always kind, caring and giving as well as respected by his peers. There will be no words to comfort you through this time, but please know that he has touched many lives.
May the Lord wrap his wings around you , his patients and close staff and carry them through this emotional time.
Janice Kelly, MSW LSW
Merry Sue Baum
January 26, 2010
To the family of Dr. Craig,
Dr. Craig was my physician for about four years, and I dearly loved him, as did all of his patients.
No words seem appropriate right now. He was a wonderful man and physician, who touched the lives of so many people. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. I pray that with time, your pain will ease and your memories will sustain you.
Alan Brooks
January 26, 2010
We were shocked to hear of Dr. Craig's passing. He was a wonderful and concerned caregiver who always made you feel that you were the most important person in the room. That kind of care has not been evident since the days when doctors made house calls. He will be greatly missed by us all.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Alan and Cherylanne Brooks
Ruth MacWilliams
January 26, 2010
Dear Dr. Janet, family and staff,
I am still reeling at hearing the news of Dr. Craig's passing. It was such a devasting shock to me, my friends and family who are all patients of your practice. He was such a kind, caring and special person and doctor as you both are. He will be missed enormously. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. You have my deepest sympathy.
Michael Kutch
January 26, 2010
To the Erickson family, please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss. I went to Junior High and High School with Craig and we had many classes together and played sports together. I wish I had gotten to know him better, but I have very fond memories of Craig. He was a warm, caring person that people just wanted to be around. As I read the entries here it is clear that he developed his skills and talents to the fullest and that God used his life to touch the lives of many others in a lasting way. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
John Frederick
January 25, 2010
Rod,
My brother Gerard conveyed the bad news of your son's passing. Though I did not have the pleasure of meeting him (I suppose he would have been in first grade when you taught me Urban Geography), it is clear that he was an amazing person. I hope you will be comforted in knowing that his spirit will live on through the many people he touched.
John Frederick
BS Geography (1978)
Michael and Susan Radis
January 25, 2010
Dear Rod, Shari and Family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael and Susan Radis
January 25, 2010
We are devastated to hear about the loss of Dr. Craig. No words can express the sadness that our family is feeling. We were privileged to have him as our boys’ doctor. The way he interacted with them was remarkable. He treated our boys as if they were his own children. He will forever hold a special place in our hearts!
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal”
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort…
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Sokolowski Family (Donna, Mark, Andrew and Joseph)
January 25, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. We finally found a doctor who cared and spent time with you whenever you seen him, he was not only a doctor but a friend as well who will be so sadly missed. Larry and Ginny Achenbach
January 25, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. We finally found a doctor who cared and spent time with you whenever you seen him, he was not only a doctor but a friend as well who will be so sadly missed.
Shamita Gupta
January 25, 2010
Dear Erickson Family,
I knew Craig from Penn State through the Hughes program and classes. He was funny, charismatic and a real treat to be around. I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
January 25, 2010
Dear Family , We want you to know that Craig was very much loved by those who knew him at PMC and by his patients. Love and peace to all of you and to the office staff. Quin Teel and Kristina Teel
January 25, 2010
Dear Janet,
We are shocked and saddened. Please accept our deepest condolences. Please let us know if we can do anything to help with children or business.
Eugene and Yelena
Michelle Waslufsky
January 25, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss. I finally found a doctor who cared and spent the time with me as needed. He was very caring and honest. My condolences
January 25, 2010
To Dr. Janet and family and the staff at NLPC,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this most difficult time.
Dr. Patricia Martz and the staff at Monroe County General Surgery
January 25, 2010
WOW !!! HOW CAN A CARING,KIND,AMAZING,WONDERFUL,EXCELLANT ,SMILING,GIVING,HONEST,AND SO MUCH MORE.A SON,GRANDSON,BROTHER,HUSBAND,FATHER AND A SURPERB DOCTOR,FRIEND AND BOSS THAT TOUCHED THE LIFES OF SO VERY MANY PEOPLE NOT BE HERE .A LIFE NOT LONG ENOUGH AND SURLY SO MANY MEMORIES NOT ENOUGH !! ALL THIS IS JUST SO UNFAIR.HOWEVER,THIS TRAGIC LOSS HAS NO UNDERSTANDING AND WE ASK WHAT WENT WRONG??? WITH DISBELIEVE OUR LOSS IS TRULY HEAVEN'S GAIN .A TRUE ANGEL AMONG US AND A TRUE ANGEL HE REMAINS
Rich Strobel
January 25, 2010
Dear Janet and Family,
I was saddened to hear of Craig's passing just now. Please accept my condolences. I remember Craig as a fine physician and good man. He will be missed.
Donna Young
January 25, 2010
Janet and Girls-My sincere condolences to all of you. Janet you and Craig are the best doctors I have ever had, I'm going to miss him so much, you and the girls will be in my familys thoughts and prayers.
Donna Young and Family
January 25, 2010
Dear Dr.Janet Erickson
I only had a short window of contact with you, (you were my mothers’ physician. I did not know your husband; however, my thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, children, and friends. May God comfort you in this time of need.
Sincerely
Toni Marich, (Anna Searfoss’ daughter)
Bethlehem, PA
Wendy Weaver
January 25, 2010
Dr. Janet My prayers and thoughts are with you and the Beautiful girls....I know Dr. Craig was a wonderful man at home, work, pcp of my childeren and as my boss.......he will always be remembered in our hearts......Wendy, Jeff, Shane,Seth Weaver
Rosemary Serfass
January 25, 2010
Dear Dr. Janet and daughters,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband,friend,business partner, and father of your young daughters. Please have faith and know we find strength to survive the hardest things life throws towards us. Reach out for help from family and friends whenever you need it.
Sincerely,
Rosemary Serfass
January 25, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to the Erickson Family and the staff at NLPC. Dr.Craig was an excellent doctor. He always told you the truth, open and honestly. our prayers are with you.
Beverly watt
John Stavrovsky
Sharon Davis
January 24, 2010
Rodney and Shari -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this challenging time. Claire Sink and Bruce Hill
January 24, 2010
Our sincere condolences go out to the Erickson family.
Doctor Craig was more than a doctor to me and my husband; he provided guidance and support as a friend would, and in doing this, he made us feel that we were more than a patient. He worked incredibly hard to set up a network of doctors for me when I got sick, but he was always the foundation of my treatment. His advice, always given with a smile will be greatly missed. He will be irreplaceable to so many, and we feel privileged to have known him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family
~Tara and Michael Pula
January 24, 2010
Dear Erickson Family and Staff,
My husband and I were both patients of Dr.Craig Erickson and are so saddened by his passing. We are truely blessed to have known him and proud to have called him our friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who had the privilge of knowing him and the wonderful person he was.
Ken and Tina Strawn
January 24, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Dr. Craig was a great physcian, but more importantly,a great person. He was so easy to talk to and made you feel at ease, and was always quick to share a joke. Over the years we have seen our share of doctors, but Dr. Craig will always be our favorite. My heartfelt condolences to Dr. Janet and the girls. Our prayers are with you.
The Roberts--Keith, Rose, Lindsey
January 24, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with all of your family during this difficult time.
Michelle Wallace
Elizabeth Rocco
January 24, 2010
In memory of Dr.Erickson my family and I are so thankfull for everything he has done for us, we will be eternaly greatfull to him, miss his advices, his great sense of humor, friendship, always ready to extend a helping hand at anytime. As a colleage I'll terribly miss work with him due to mutual confidence, trust, and so many good qualities that I can't describe in few words. We'll miss and remember him forever. Dear Janet and family please accept our condolences and help as you may need. Our prayers will be with you and him that he may rest in peace. Sincerely
January 24, 2010
This is a devastating loss to the community. We were fortunate to have had him as a doctor. There was not a more compassionate physician, who took an active interest in the people he came into contact with
Steve and Barbara
Lynda & Don Narber
January 24, 2010
Dear Erickson Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We cannot begin to comprehend what you are going through right now. May your memories of Craig bring you some comfort.
January 24, 2010
We are all heartbroken over the loss of Dr. Craig. He was an amazing Doctor. So great with the kids and the parents too.
Dr. Janet, Wendy, Nicole and all of the staff, please know that our prayers are with you and he was loved by so many. He will be greatly missed.
-Michael, Lori, Maddy and Sammy Jo Yorke
January 24, 2010
Dr. Erickson met my mother-in-law, Kay, at his office when she was really sick, in 2005. At just about ninety-seven, she was his oldest patient, he said, with a big smile. He was happy to have her! and eased our worries and blessed us with his guidance and advocacy until Kay left us at just about one-hundred years old.
My South American upbringing made me see this joyful doctor as a physician rather than as a young man; Kay with a twinkle in her eyes looked forward to going to see him, but it never occured to me that Dr. E. was just thirty years-old when we met him! I did think then that if the new doctors were like him there was hope in the world.
I don't think we should give up hope, though, because Dr. E. never gave up hope. I think he would agree with this advice from a poet: Better that you forget me and smile, than remember me and be sad.
As a healer, he wanted to bring us joy and as hard as it is to do that now, we should try to remember him with the joy that he gave us.
We remain eternally grateful,
Victoria Cays and the Cays Family
January 24, 2010
Our family is so saddened by the passing of Craig Erickson. He was a fine young man and excellent doctor. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and all who knew and loved Dr. Craig.
Linda and Gus Colangelo
Michele Scott-Blum
January 24, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. I was friends with Craig at Penn State and he was a sweet guy, one of the good ones. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Michele-Tanya
January 24, 2010
When I went to my pain management doctor the other day I almost fell off the table when he told me this horrible news. This wonderful doctor truly saved me after my gastric bypass. I was deathly sick and with his expertise got me through. My daughter who has spinia bifidia also saw him. He knew alot about this disability evidently from his time at Hershey Medical, where we still go to today. He loved you Janet so much. Whenever we spoke of you he beemed. May God keep you and your beautiful girls strong. Keep doing your wonderful work for all of us who need you.
Jerry & Julie Seyfried
January 24, 2010
We were privileged to be patients of Dr. Erickson and enjoyed talking about Penn State football with him.We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss.Our deepest condolences. He will be missed.
January 24, 2010
Dear Dr. Janet, We add our heavy hearts to all those in the community so saddened at this time. Clearly, from the guest book entries, that community reaches and connects across the country. It's a web, a net of care and love, extended to you and your daughters. All of our thoughts are with you. The Gehman family
Nancy Stefano
January 24, 2010
Although I did not know Dr. Craig, I knew about him through my sister Krista Bowers who works for his practice, and she spoke very highly of him and through her I know he will be missed deeply. To the Erickson family please accept my condolences. May he rest in peace.
Brigitte Gattorno
January 24, 2010
Dear Janet,Abigail,Elizabeth,Family and Staff of NLPC,
The loss of such a beautiful person as Craig is just too difficult to comprehend,especially at the prime of his life.Dr's Craig and Janet together built a practice that was unique and next to impossible to find in today's world.They both made you feel as if you were going to a friend for advice and you always felt as if they had all the time in the world,as the phones were ringing and the waiting room was full.Craig was so kind and caring to my aging Father and always had an anecdotal story to tell that put my Dad at ease. I felt like I got to watch the girls grow by stories told and Craig seemed just as good at his Daddy role as his Dr.role. When I moved I considered traveling 2 1/2 hrs to keep them as my Drs. My heart aches for all who are missing this Wonderful Man.
Janet..May you find the strength to continue the Legacy the two of you built together as teachers, Healers, mentors and Friends to all who needed you. Your beautiful girls will help you get through some of your most difficult times and you will have an angel on your shoulder forever.
Ann Foster
January 24, 2010
Dr Craig - the epitome of what a family practitioner should be. In his few short years of practice he became a pillar of the community, not just respected but beloved by those he cared for.
He had the intellect to go into a more lucrative specialty practice, yet he chose to be a family practitioner - that always amazed me.
He was my colleague at PMC, and then my husband and 4 sons physician in private practice. A physician has no harsher critic than a RN and a mother, and as both I can tell you he not only exceeded my expectations, he excelled. His intellect was evident, yet his kindness, sincere caring, and gift of communication was something from the heart.
I had grown sons break down in tears with me at the news. He helped guide them through the tumultuous and impressionable years of adolescents and young adult hood. They felt comfortable confiding in Dr. Craig. He looked them in the eye and told them like it was ... and they listened. He was their physician and role model.
God bless you Dr Craig for your years of sincere service to our community and to our family. My prayer is that you knew how much you meant to us.
Meira Minard
January 24, 2010
After reading through many of these entries, I am overwhelmed by the impact Craig made on the lives of so many. I went to high school with Craig and wish that I had gotten to know him better. What an amazing human being; a truly good and sweet soul; who made this world a better place for all he ministered to. His spirit will live on in all that he has helped.
January 23, 2010
I was a patient of Dr. Erickson and he was the best doctor I ever had. I always looked forward to going to my appointments because he was funny and really cared about what was going on in my life, and completely helped me with what I went there for. There will never be anyone quite like him, and I'm truly upset for this loss.
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Sonja Warg Chestnut
January 23, 2010
I was shocked to hear of Craig's passing. We were friends in High school and college, but have lossed touch over the years.
I am not at all surprised that he was such a beloved physician. It's been over 15 years since I've seen him and I was deeply saddened by the news of his passing. Those that were lucky enough to have known him, will never forget him!
To the whole Erickson Family, please except my heartfelt condolences and know that you are surround by thoughts of love and support.
Robert Castellano
January 23, 2010
My Prayers go out to you Dr. Janet. Both you and your husband lovingly cared for my mother Gilda before she died a few years back. He was always extremely helpful during my frantic phone calls asking for advice, as were you. He called a spade a spade, a worthy attribute.
Kristen (Suche) Gallagher
January 23, 2010
Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss. Although I did not know Craig, I am deeply touched by what his patients, friends and family thought of him. May you and your girls find comfort in the memories that others have expressed here and know that you, Abigale and Elizabeth are in my prayers.
Suresh Nekuri
January 23, 2010
I have worked with Craig as hospitalist for 2 yrs. He was a good colleague and a great friend to have. I regret not being in constant touch with him after he started his practice. I would miss our convesation of christian beliefs and values. he was a constant source of encouragement to me when we worked together. This is a great loss to Pocono community and patients. May his soul rest in peace.
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