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Erin Cottongim-Gibbs Obituary

In Loving Memory of Our sister COTTONGIM-GIBBS, Erin
Deanne
Feb 3, 1962-Apr 26, 2005
On April 26, 2005, we lost our beloved friend and sister Erin. She held a special place in our hearts and in our lives. She was our sweet, kind baby sister growing up, and became our feisty friend, supportive cheerleader, and constant comedian later in life. She loved her family and all the special people in her life. She loved her children above all else, and was extremely proud of Adam's and Christa's achievements. She was taken too early from our lives, and from the lives of all those she touched. We will forever miss you. Dennis and Rhoda Cottongim, Dave and Barb Cottongim, Mark and Carole (Cottongim) Elking, and Jack and Joanne Cottongim.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Apr. 30 to May 1, 2005.

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Cindy Merical-Cano

October 18, 2018

I miss you.

Lawrence (Larry) Ortiz

May 4, 2005

Nothing left except the memories. They are all good and Erin will always be remembered for the laughter and joy she brought.

John Merical

May 3, 2005

Erin,

Thanks for all the memories of fun and laughter and love we (Cindy & I) and all our friends got to share with you. Thanks for your professional attitude and contribution as a Sacramento Police Cadet. May you rest in peace at a place we all will eventually go to. Love,

John

Cindy Merical

May 2, 2005

Dearest Erin, I will love you always. We had some wonderful times together and I will never forget them. I don't know why you had to go so soon, but wherever you are, there is dancing and happiness all around. Give your mom a big hug for me and tell her hello. I will miss you dearly.

Jim Meade

May 2, 2005

I am very saddened to hear of Erin's passing, she was a dear friend and I will always remember her warm smile her kind ways and the laughter we shared...God bless you Erin

Mike Bassett

May 1, 2005

Erin was a dear friend and more. I am so sorry i was unable to see her recently to catch up on old times and laugh.

She was definitely needed in a higher place for a special reason.

God bless her.



Mike Bassett

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