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Jeanne Holt
July 10, 2024
I didn't have the pleasure of meeting Dr McClain, but I just bought her book, _Ricky Discovers the Sonoran Desert_ at Summit Hut yesterday. Her love for nature and her sweet spirit shine through in her words. I hope it is a comfort to her family that she will continue to bless children through this book for many years to come.
Timothy Kelly
June 1, 2009
To the family of Erin Mary McClain,
We are sorry to hear of your loss; our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.
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Boylston Lodge
Ron & Bernice Edwards
April 29, 2009
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this time of grief. God Bless all of you. Love and light.
Sam
April 25, 2009
I didn't know Erin very well, but we served in 2 boards together in undergrad. She was always kind and warm and I have no doubt that she had become a truly wonderful physician. I was truly saddened to hear the news of her passing. My prayers and thoughts go to her family and all the patients whose lives she touched.
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Amy Bowers-Axberg
April 23, 2009
Erin was an amazing person with an even greater heart. I went to medical school with her and have great memories of her. She was a very caring and beautiful person. She will be missed on earth, but is now our angel. My heart truly goes out to her family and I hope you heal a little each day. God bless.
Linda Lachance
April 23, 2009
Jim, Mary, Rick & Brandy,
I am so sorry to hear of Erin's passing. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Amy Pate
April 21, 2009
I have such special memories of Erin and our Star Scholarship fund. I remember being in awe of her intelligence and drive to succeed in school. However, it was Erin's warm, caring personality and poise that endeared her to me. She achieved so much, and I was blessed to know her.
Heather Cahan
April 21, 2009
The world has lost a bright light. Erin always made those around her feel special. She had such a love of medicine and learning. She will be missed by so many and it is the children who will suffer the most. I will always remember how kind she was to me when I started in the NCIU. I will always remember her compassion with the babies. I don't understand Gods choices but I know she is safe in his arms.
Betsy Stuetze
April 21, 2009
Erin was an amazing Dr, woman and friend. She cared for my daughter as if she was her own. She became part of our family, celebrating joyous occasions and the saddest. I could write pages about her sweet nature, nurturing ways and generous heart...but the best I can do to sum it all up is to call her my friend. My dear friend. I will miss you so much...but I will see you again one day...
Usha Venkataramanan
April 21, 2009
I am shocked by Erin's death.She was my classmate in residency and the first one who made an effort to make me feel at home when I joined her class in the middle of the year.She was always very compassionate with a beaming smile and got along with everyone. I was fortunate to keep in touch with her after residency too as she wasnt too far away. My heart goes out to her family. She will be missed forever
Courtney Apodaca
April 20, 2009
I am so saddened by the passing of Dr. McLain. She was truly an amazing person. I had the pleasure of working with her in the nursery at the hospital in Show Low, AZ, and in knowing her, too, as a friend. I will miss her very much, and I will think about her every day. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family.
Anne Ferrel
April 19, 2009
I will always remember Erin as a kind, joyful person who brightened every room she entered. She was a patient mentor and role model to me. When I picture Erin, I see her smiling, laughing, and encouraging others...and rocking babies in the nursery as often as she could. We will all miss Erin tremendously. My heart goes out to her family during this difficult time.
Maggie Vuturo
April 18, 2009
Erin and I met during medical school. She was an exceptionally kind person. She always had a smile and was excited about everything in life. I will always remember her great attitude and zest for life.
Renée Houser
April 18, 2009
We all loved Dr. McLain. She was an excellent physician with a wonderful bedside manner. She was truly a patient advocate. She always brightened up the unit when she made her rounds. We miss her terribly. Prayers up for her family and friends.
Jess & Leesa
April 18, 2009
The hospital has lost a very important, well liked and much respected doctor. It feels like a peice of our family is missing. She made everyone new at the hospital feel welcomed and always had a smile on her face. Our hearts hurt for Dr.McLains family. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Dr.McLains death our thoughts and prayers and with her family and friends.
Edwin Wehnau
April 18, 2009
Erin's family & Cherished Friends, I am sorrowed by the Shocking news of Erin's passing. I never got to meet Erin, but am So Honored that she gave her Love, Care & Personal Time to Kim & Stefan as they've had the Joy of births of both Ryan & Allison added to Our family! She was More than an Outstanding Doctor, She was truly an Angel in our midst! The whisper of angel's wings, We'll always cherish her time with us as we watch our Cherubs grow! My prayers are with You all
Keri Grammond-Johnson
April 18, 2009
My family had the pleasure of meeting Dr. McLain a few years ago when she cared for my Son in the nicu at UMC. She was a very compassionate doctor. What a tragic loss for the Pinetop Community. My thought and prayers go out to her friends and family.
Keith,Keri,and twins Gavin and Aidan
Sara McKinney
April 17, 2009
I worked with her at the hospital in Show Low.We are all very sad and will miss her!She was a great doctor, always had a smile on her face,and a hello for everyone.She never seemed to busy or bothered for questions.She fit right in with us when she came,and was a part of "our family".She was always kind and professional.Noone will be able to fill her shoes!We will miss her!I hope her family will fine comfort in time and memories.He will never gives us more than we can bear!!
Lisa Williams
April 17, 2009
Erin will be missed greatly. She always had a big smile and a warm heart for the families she served. I regret telling her how much I respected her knowledge and dedication to my family. Mr and Mrs McLain, you raised a wonderful person who dedicated her time and love going the extra mile for her familes that needed her ... my heart goes out to the family and the other family she spent most of her days with.My prayer is God will comfort you all.
Bill Marshall
April 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Erin's family and friends. We have lost a wonderful doctor and an exceptional person.
Wayne Morgan
April 17, 2009
When I think of Erin, I remember her smile and joyous approach to caring for children and their families. I have travelled through the Pinetop/Lakeside area several times over the past few years. Whenever I drove by her office, I always found myself smiling and thinking about how lucky I was to have known her and to have had the honor of teaching her during med school and residency. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Jennifer Barbuscia
April 16, 2009
I have no doubt that Erin was a phenomenal Doctor as her entire life seems to have encompassed a true empathy and care for others as well as a drive and determination to succeed at everything she did. As rainbow girls together, we spent many years working side by side. Even the most mundane tasks were made fun when we got together and I don’t think I’ll ever know a better roommate for the late night gossip sessions that we’d hold in our room during our travels together. She was a wonderful friend and will be missed.
Mr. and Mrs. McLain, I send my deepest condolences to you and your family during this very sad time. Erin was an incredible light and the world seems to have grown dimmer for this loss. I will continue to send my thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time.
Taffy Delfs
April 16, 2009
How blessed I am to have met Erin, Jim Mary and Family you are in my prayers and if there is anything I can do Please let me know.
Kristin Burch-Beal
April 16, 2009
I remember meeting Erin, when she was assigned to me as one of my campers at LTC. Erin was a terrific Rainbow girl, but more importantly she stood out as an incredible person. I last saw Erin in Salt Lake City. She had come up to check out the Children's hospital there. She spent sometime with my girls and I and I was again so impressed with how she was with my kids. My daughter has a heart defect and I can remember Erin asking me how she could be a better doctor, what parents were looking for, how she could better communicate and support her patients and help the parents as well. I was again impressed with how great a doctor she would be. Erin was a fantastic friend to me always. Erin was so special and she will be missed by all who loved her. Mr. and Mrs. McLain, thank you so much for the blessing that Erin was and know that you both raised an incredible daughter who spoke very highly of you both, I remember her telling me how loved and supported she felt by you both. I am so sorry, and please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lindsay Piane
April 16, 2009
I am in complete shock with the loss of Erin. I had the pleasure of learning from her as a new nurse. Her interactions were always pleasant and fun. I am so sad that she is gone from this world.
Paulette Pierce
April 16, 2009
I first met Erin as a medical student in a CPR elective course I was helping coordinate. Then she befriended me and my daughter at the UMC Wellness Center where we became workout buddies while she did her residency. She was fun and lively and a true joy to be around always. She will be sorely missed and we extend our deepest sympathies to her family at their loss.
Claire Wells
April 16, 2009
How lucky I am to have know Erin - her bright smile, her big eyes and her great laugh. My heart is broken that we have lost such a caring, compassionate woman. Please know that her entire family is close to my heart in prayer and memory -
Claire
Lisa Vincijanovic
April 16, 2009
Erin was a good friend and study partner of mine through medical school and a great pediatrician. She will be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with her family.
Marty Hurst
April 16, 2009
Although I didn't know Erin well, her warm smile and compassion for others will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow. May your memories sustain you always.
Debbie Boggs
April 16, 2009
I got to interact with Erin when she was a 3rd year resident at the UofA and then when she worked in pediatrics with Dr Bailey. Erin will truly live within my heart as a caring, compassionate woman and physician. My deepest sympathies extend to you and to your family. Debbie (and Jerry) Boggs, Administrative Assistant to Pediatric Hospital Medicine
Tina North
April 16, 2009
I am so truly saddened by loss of Dr. McLain. It was through her quick thinking and & judgement, that my daughter is with me today. I am so sad that my daughter will not grow to know Dr. McLain, but I can promise her name will be forever a part of my family. She was bright, enthuastic, loving & empathetic. She will always carry a special place in my heart. Praise God for allowing me to know her! You will be forever missed.
Farah Rehman
April 16, 2009
My sincere condolences to Erin's Family she was a very nice and caring friend and classmate and fun to be around. The world will be at a loss without her. May God take care of her in the after life.
Cora Segura
April 16, 2009
Jim, Ms Mary and family,
There are no words we can express to ease through your pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Love the Segura Family
Tina Deemer
April 16, 2009
Erin was a beautiful young woman in every way, and I loved her very much. First as a student, then as a friend, she brightened my life with her warmth and intelligence. She will be sorely missed. My most sincere condolences to her parents and brother.
Carol Galper
April 16, 2009
Erin was a wonderful medical student who worked tirelessly in the CUP (Commitment to Underserved People) program and was in the Rural Health Professions Program, "my" programs so I knew her well. Erin's devotion to kids was clear from the beginning, and although her life was far too short she made a difference in the lives of many children and families. She had continued to precept medical students in her rural practice, serving as a role model...something she did throughout many aspects of her life. Erin made a positive impact in this world in the short time she was here, and she will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers go to her family.
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