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Mark Erickson Obituary
Age 58, of Elmira Heights, NY went to be with the Lord on Thursday March 25, 2010. Mark is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Donna R. (Seneca) Erickson; children, Julie (Thomas) Feenaughty, of Nichols, NY, Anne (Timothy) Harms, of Gulf Breeze, FL, Heather Erickson, of Gulf Breeze, FL and Theresa Erickson, of Elmira Heights, NY; parents, Don and Dona Erickson; his beloved pet "Micca"; granddogs, "Shorty" and "Nemo"; grandcats, "Lilly", "Dusty" and "Scrappy"; sisters, Karen M. (Dale) Chapman and Sue E. (Troy) Traynham; sister in-law, Carol E. Said Erickson, of Elmira, NY; nieces and nephews, Kyle (Karen) Erickson, Scott (Lish) Erickson, Leann Erickson, Craig (Leah) Cathers, Matt (Jenn) Cathers, Jerris Cathers, Austin Traynham and Alyssa Traynham; also great aunt, Edith Martin; mother in-law and father in-law, John H. and Ida Seneca; aunt, Virginia Seneca; brothers in-law and sisters in-law, Joseph (Alice) Seneca, Douglas N. Seneca, John D. (Anna) Seneca, Thomas Seneca, Laurie (Rusty) Grant, Nancy Maholik, William Seneca, Jeffery (Lisa) Seneca, Christopher Seneca, Ann and Katie Seneca; and several nieces and nephews all of Auburn, NY. Mark was predeceased by his brother, Bruce Erickson; aunt, Ann Donovan; and his beloved dog "Hooch". He was a very proud Eagle Scout, a graduate of Edison High School and Corning Community College, worked for Joy Automatics and Servomation, was a coach for Cinderella Softball League. Mark was an avid Yankee, Redskins, and Syracuse Orangeman fan and remembered his "Hill" buddies. He was a lifelong member and treasurer for Oakwood United Methodist Church; also involved in Sunday School and Bible Study classes. Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, on Sunday, March 28, 2010 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. with Funeral Service Monday at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakwood United Methodist Church, Corner of Oakwood Avenue and 13th Street in Elmira Heights; his Pastor Grant T. Nicholls and good friend, Pastor Mark Erway will officiate; followed by interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. The family will provide flowers and ask that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Oakwood United Methodist Church, 212 Oakwood Avenue, Elmira Heights, NY 14903. A 'Candle of Remembrance' may be left for the family in obituaries at www.olthof.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Erickson
Jim Scott
April 19, 2010
Karen and family,
Sorry to hear about Mark. By all accounts a good man and he will be missed until we all meet again.
Donna Thompson
April 2, 2010
Karen and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness. May you be comforted by the happy memories you have created together over the years.
Henry Arnold
April 1, 2010
Mrs. Erickson, My condolences on your loss. Mark was a good friend and a good scout. He was a gentle soul who was beloved by many.
Tom Shull
March 31, 2010
Donna and family,
I am saddened by Mark's passing! Oakwood United Methodist Church has lost a gentle young man whose presence will be greatly missed. I will hold onto many fond memories of Mark from our high school days. God Bless the entire Erickson family!
Mike Meleski
March 31, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to all of the Erickson family. It was always a pleasure serving on the various commitees at Oakwood with him. God bless.
Glenna Guidus Linville
March 30, 2010
Dear Donna and girls, Mr. and Mrs. Erickson, Karen and Sue: My heart is deeply saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I cherish my childhood memories growing up with the Erickson kids, camping at Enfield Glen and Cape Cod, skiing at Greek Peak and Denton Hill, and spending time at family outings. Mark had an infectious smile and laugh and made everyone feel welcome and at ease... He was loved by so many and will be missed greatly. May heartfelt memories be held dear to your hearts and comfort you in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you... God Bless You all.
Dale & Janet Mattocks
March 30, 2010
We have just learned of your loss and would like to express our sincere condolences to the Erickson family. Although it has been a long time since we were in touch with any of you, Dale has many good memories of the times his family got together with yours. May God give you special comfort now and in the days ahead. Dale and Janet Mattocks
March 30, 2010
AUNT DONNA AND COUSINS: WE ALL HOPE THAT YOUR MEMORIES WILL HELP YOU THROUGH YOUR LOSS. WE LOVE YOU AND THINK OF YOU OFTEN! OUR THOUGHTS, AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY. WE HAVE A NEW ANGEL TO WATCH OVER US.PLEASE GET AHOLD OF US. JONATHAN SENECA, AND FAMILY.
Chuck and Cheryl Burch
March 29, 2010
March 29, 2010
To The Entire Erickson Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Be strong and may God comfort you in the days ahead.
March 29, 2010
Dear Donna, children and the entire Erickson family,
My sincerest sympathies go out to all of you. Mark was truly a dedicated family man and served his church and community. I am sure his memories will last throughout your lives.
~Joann (Shull) Wright, TAE classmate
Tanya Herrera
March 29, 2010
My condolences to the Erickson family. I will continue to pray for all of you so that you can be able to somehow get through this with the support of your family and friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers especially today.
RIP Mark Erickson.
With love,
Tanya Herrera (friend of Heather's)
Cheryl Alcock-Flaherty
March 29, 2010
Donna and the Erickson family,
My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Mark was a kind and dedicated family man. I will remember him with fondness and our days at TAE. Sincerely, Cheryl Alcock Flaherty, TAE classmate
Carrie Wright
March 29, 2010
Some things are just so hard to believe. I'm writing this an hour before mark's funeral. I know you all will celebrate mark's life in a beautiful worship service. It is your faith and belief in a resurrected Jesus that will guide you through this time. When things get hard and there seems no where to turn - remember the strength you have in each other and in a God who walks with us each day our lives. Mark got there first...we'll all meet up one day again in joyful celebration of the God we serve. I love you all!
JoAnn (Robinson) Chubb
March 29, 2010
To the Erickson family - I'm so saddened to learn of Mark's passing. Though it's been many years since our days at Servomation, I will always remember what a proud Dad he was and how much he loved his family. He was a good man with a kind heart - my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda Maxey
March 29, 2010
Donna,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort be with you during this time.
Charles "Butch" Wilson
March 29, 2010
Erickson Family
Please accept my deepest sympathies with your loss.
Victoria Mullet
March 28, 2010
We are thinking of all of you at this very difficult time. May you find peace in the beautiful memories that you have and that many share with you.
Much love.
Darrin May
March 28, 2010
Erickson Family my thoughts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Tammy Hamlin
March 28, 2010
Anne and family, so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the sorrow you all feel. We are thinking of you during this time.
Pat Marren
March 28, 2010
Donna, and family,
I was so shocked & saddned to learn of Mark's passing. He was a great guy, and a real gentleman. I always enjoyed his company when he was around. I was glad to be able to see him again last year, after many years of being away. He will be greatly missed, my deepest sympathies to all of you.
March 28, 2010
Dear Erickson Family,
You will remain in our family's thoughts and prayers. It is at times like this that it is such a blessing to have a loving family and good friends to support you. May you also find strength in your faith and the faith of your father.
In His Love,
The Godwin Family - Gulf Breeze
March 28, 2010
Donna, I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We have lost contact so I'm not sure if he had been sick for a long time. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathy.. May God Bless you. Rose Senkiw
March 28, 2010
I extend my sincerest condolences to Mark's wife and their girls, Mr. and Mrs. Erickson, Karen, and Sue. I can't begin to imagine your pain, but I hope the memory of Mark sustains -- prompting a smile amid the tears. Despite the years that accrue thanks to schooling, jobs, rearing kids, acquiring stuff, and so on, the memory of Mark, and all of the "hill guys" and gals, sledding down from an upper green at the Mark Twain, erecting cardboard forts bound to fail, Troop 13 meetings at Oakwood and antics on scouting overnights, softball behind Jim's, night hoops at Walt's, etc. remains clear and dear. For all of us who shared a youth and neighborhood, Mark will always stay young, and not so distant, gracing us with a smile of remembrance. Peace and blessings, G. Wayne Barr
David & Karen Lorenzini
March 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jean Howard
March 28, 2010
Dear Rosie,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, you are in my prayers. We may not be as close as when we were kids but I think of you and the whole family often.
God Bless You and your Family.
Jean Young Harmon Howard
March 28, 2010
Anne, Heather and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with at this time of loss. Hold each other tight and share all the wonderful memories of your dad. All the happy thoughts will help you through. We love you. Jackie & Charles (Pensacola, FL)
Sherry Spotts
March 28, 2010
Dear Donna and family,
I was so very saddened to read of the passing of your beloved husband. The Erickson family has had more than it's share of sadness of late. The beauty of your family is your faith in Jesus Christ and your belief in eternal life. You are all in my prayers and I pray that God holds you in the palm of his hand and gives you and your family comfort.
Love,
Sherry Spotts
March 28, 2010
What a great family you are.Our thoughts and prayers are with you-
Amanda,Travis,and Megan Morse
Terry Walters-Butterweck
March 27, 2010
Dear Erickson family, my heartfelt sympathies to you on the loss of Mark. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sheila Carney
March 27, 2010
To the Erickson Family, I am so sorry for your loss! Mark was really a nice and great guy, I graduated with him in 1969. My deepest and sincere condolences to all of you.
Rick & Wanda Lorenzini
March 27, 2010
Dear Don,Donna & Family:
Please know that our thoughts are with you and your family.
John M. Murphy II
March 27, 2010
To the Erickson Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Boog and Mark were older than me as I was growing up, but I will always remember both as very nice guys who took time to talk to us all. Especially on the football field and in scouts. My deepest condolences goes out to all of you. My prayers are with you all as well.
John Murphy (Elmira Heights)
Mike Wright
March 27, 2010
Dear Donna and the rest of what I consider my extended family, the Erickson's, I am so sorry. I am sure Mark and Bruce are together and we will all see them again. I am glad I was able to see Mark one more time this summer and I am sorry I will not be able to make it this weekend, but know you are in my prayers. Elmo
Deb Brenzo
March 27, 2010
Donna and Family - No words can help right now just know that you have many friends that are praying for you.
Tom/Lisa Grabowski
March 27, 2010
Donna and family,
So sorry for your loss.Truly, a good man will be missed by all.Our thoughts and prayers go with you.
Fred Robinson
March 27, 2010
Donna & family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Mark was a good man. He will be missed by all. I willcontinue to keep your family in my prayers
March 27, 2010
Donna and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all.May peace be with you all knowing Mark isin his eternal home, free from his pain& long time suffreing. Mark was a great Christian brother to everyone and will be missedvery much ...Arlene Aderhold
Fran Roby-LaForge
March 27, 2010
Dear Donna and family, So sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you.
Nancy Taylor
March 26, 2010
Dear Donna and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Ginny was so hurt . Please know you will be in my prayers and thoughts. Looking forward to seeing you when you get back to Rural Retreat, Virginia. May God keep you in His care. Nancy Taylor(Rural Retreat, Va.)
LuAnn Vonderchek-Semski
March 26, 2010
Erickson Family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless
Helen Crigger
March 26, 2010
Dear Donna and Family,
I just wanted you to know how saddened I was to learn of Mark's passing. At least we know that he is in a better place--one where there is no pain or suffering. Although I did not have the opportunity to be around Mark very much, I feel like I knew him through the stories Ginny has recounted to me about the things you all did together throughout the years.
I pray that God will give you comfort and peace throughout the coming days. Although I cannot be there with you in person, please know that I will be keeping you in my thoughts, prayers, and heart.
With all my love,
Stephanie Guidus Rinaldi
March 26, 2010
To Donna and family and Mr. and Mrs. Erickson, Karen and Sue...I am saddened to learn of Mark's passing. I am sure that he is at peace with Boogie and looking over all of you. Our families have so many good memories together; camping at Cape Cod and Enfield Glen...skiing at Denton Hill and Greek Peak. I hope that some of those memories will help to ease your pain. May God give you all strength in the days ahead and that happy memories sustain you. Sincerely,
Richard Hewitt
March 26, 2010
Erickson Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss of Mark. May GOD bless your family now and always.
Mary Williams
March 26, 2010
Dear Donna and Family,
Our hearts go out to and your family @ this time and in the days ahead.
L O L Mary Ann and George Williams Rural Retreat Va
Jeff and Alicia Smith
March 26, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Ellen Reynolds
March 26, 2010
Donna,
Please know that our prayers are with you. Mark is in God's hands now and he is no longer in any pain or turmoil. His memory will live on through you and the girls and one day you will all be together again.
Ellen and Gregg Reynolds
Ginny Smith
March 26, 2010
Dear Donna, Julie, Anne, Heather, Teresa and Mark's family,
I just don't know what to say to all of you. Mark was like a brother to me and a wonderful friend to Greg. We have so many wonderful memories of times we shared on vacation and at each other's houses no matter where we ended up. I know Mark is shaking up heaven with his booming voice, and feeling great and hugging his brother. He was a good man with a wonderful heart and Greg and I will miss him dearly. Don't ever hesitate to call us if you need anything.
Love always,
Ginny and Greg Smith
Jo Carpenter
March 26, 2010
Donna and family. I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gina Chapman
March 26, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Karen Boone
March 26, 2010
I am certain that Mark is enjoying a room in My Father's House today...free from pain and illness, and with his brother, preparing the way for those they love to join them one day. Donna, Julie, Annie, Heather and Theresa...and Dona and Ken, and all the rest of the family, my sincerest sympathy goes out to you today. May God ease the sorrow you feel today and fill that space with all the happy memories you have.
Kevin Forsyth
March 26, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jerry & Karen Terwilliger
March 26, 2010
Donna and Family,
Our sincere condolence. I will always remember our days in Boy Scouts. Mark was a true friend to all. I'm glad that I had a chance to see him at the reunion. God Bless!
Linda (Young) Lansbury
March 26, 2010
Donna, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers and condolances are with you, I stand right beside you It is not an easy road ahead, but God will be there for you. I know. Mark is at rest now, and will be watching over you and your family. I just don't know what to write as I am at a loss for words. Love Linda Lansbury, and family.
If you need anything, just to talk, whatever, give me a call.
March 26, 2010
Donna & family My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time, he was a great husband ,father ,& a great Christian brother to everyone He will be missed by many. Gods blessing to all of you Arlene Aderhold
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