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Erich Vaughan Obituary
Born in Petersburg, he was the son of the late William Earl Vaughan, and was preceded in death by a brother, Carlton E. Vaughan. Erich was a member of Colonial Heights Presbyterian Church and Swift Creek Baptist Church. He loved going to church, the Special Olympics and bowling, but especially the Washington Redskins and the Atlanta Braves.
Erich is survived by his mother, Susie M. Vaughan; his sisters, Betsy Neblett and husband, David, of Hopewell, and Helen Smith and husband, Mike, of Indianapolis; two nephews, Michael Smith and Robert Ruxer (Torrie); a niece, Erin Hagedorn (Rick); a great-niece, Calista Ruxer; a great-nephew, Dylan Ruxer; and a host of extended family and friends.
The family would like to give special thanks to the Good Neighbor Homes for their compassion and support.
A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 23, 2010, in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday at the Colonial Heights Chapel of the E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Swift Creek Baptist Church, c/o the Special Ed Class, 18510 Branders Bridge Road, Colonial Heights, VA 23834, or Good Neighbor Homes, 798 Southpark Blvd., Suite 16, Colonial Heights, VA 23834. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.
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Beth Belcher
December 27, 2010
Betsy,
My brother Tommy just told me of Erich's passing. I was so, so sad to hear the news. I'm sorry I missed his visitation and a chance to speak with you in person. The back corner of Chester Presbyterian will miss Erich and my father. Please give my love to your mother. My heart hurts for all of you.
Ron, Debbie, & Rebekah Wilson
December 26, 2010
Please accept our condolences and sympathy for your loss. We pray that you find hope and comfort during this trying time.
J.D. Thomas
December 26, 2010
Mrs. Vaughan, Betsy and Helen. I was saddened to hear of Erich's death. A part of my history growing up is gone with Erich's passing. I remember many evenings spent with Mr. Vaughan and Erich at the Post 284 games at Shephard Stadium. Erich was an icon of Lafayette Ave as we were growing up. I'm ashamed to say that I lost touch with all of you when I moved away. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
Julie Seymour
December 25, 2010
Erich will be greatly missed by his family and friends. I know this is a hard time of the year to have a family member be called to a greater glory but I know you and Chris are having a ball bowling. Prayers to your Mom and your family . And yes we will take care of YOUR CAT JAM.
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Julie Seymour
Colonial Heights, Va
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Robert Ruxer
December 24, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
December 22, 2010
Vaughan family so sorry to read of Erich's death our prayers are with you. we miss you Mrs Vaughan your old neighbors the Wright family
Tucker Joyce
December 22, 2010
we will miss Erich. We know he is glad to see his father and they are looking down on us now with love. I will miss him calling me MRS. Tucker in his loving voice.
Terry,Joyce and Scott Tucker
Donnie Nugent
December 22, 2010
I am sorry about Erich. I will miss him.
December 22, 2010
Erich we will miss your smiling face. God bless you Mrs. Vaughan.
Jim Wilson and staff at Senior Transportation.
Norman &Patsy Crumpton
December 22, 2010
Dear Vaughan Family: So sorry to read about Erich. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless. Norman and Patsy Crumpton
December 22, 2010
So sorry to hear of Erich's passing! We have missed him bowling with Special Olympics and have thought of him often. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!! May God comfort you during this time.
Patti and Zachary (CH Spec. Olympics)
December 21, 2010
Mrs. Vaughn and family,
I am Wayne Merten's sister. Wayne Williams let us know that Eric had passed away. I know how much Wayne enjoyed being Eric's friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all right now.
Diane Cantonwine and Gladys Merten
Sandra Boze
December 21, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I'll truly miss Erich - his ringing the church bell, ushering, announcing his arrival, his hugs, and just being around.
May God Bless and comfort you at this sad time.
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