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BORN
1940
DIED
2020
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Erika Danner Obituary
Besides her beloved husband, she leaves two sons, Gary Danner and his wife, Sherry, of Seekonk and Rene Danner and his fiancée, Karen Kaiser, of Pawtucket; six grandchildren; four great-grand- children (with one on the way) and seven siblings, including Lore Kennett of Pawtucket.
Services and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to the German American Cultural Society, 78 Carter Ave., Pawtucket, RI 02861 would be appreciated. Arrangements are entrusted to William W. Tripp Funeral Home, Pawtucket. For online condolences: TRIPPFUNERALHOME.com
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Meridy Glenn
August 17, 2024
A wonderful teammate! Ericka was 40 and I was a college student, but we played soccer together on the Providence Metro Kickers on the RIWSL and went to tournaments together. A few times, we got lost. She shared her home w us and I just admired her. Thank you Danner family for sharing her. Meridy (Smith) Glenn
A smiling German leprechaun
Marie McHugh Jakielaszek
September 23, 2021
March 2016
Marie McHugh Jakielaszek
September 23, 2021
Marie McHugh Jakielaszek
September 23, 2021
I am so very sorry to just recently learn of Erika's passing. She was a fun energetic woman who was a great cook, dancer and hostess. I will be forever grateful for the Sunday themed dances she put on at the German Club in RI. I would take my Dad Jack until he was almost 98. She always made him smile and laugh, especially in her costumes. Her energy was endless. She provided us with so many happy memories at a trying time. I am sure they are dancing in heaven every Sunday to some great bands.
To Geihard and your family, my deepest condolences and thank you for sharing her with us.
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Marion Sanford
July 9, 2020
She was an amazing women. My condolences to all of you.
Marion and Steve Sanford.
Ginny Widmann-Harrington
June 14, 2020
Sending heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Erika.
Michael Lebednik
May 29, 2020
Over ten years ago, on our first visit to Pawtucket from the North Shore of Boston, I still remember the glowing smile and personal, warm welcome from Erika. She made Dave (my brother) and I feel so much at home, and shared her enthusiasm for polka dancing when it seemed all but given up on in our area. I cannot imagine the pain that Gerhard and her family are going through now. Please know that her generous spirit transcended languages and the local community, as committed as she was to Germany and Pawtucket. She has been a model of American citizenship and embraced life to the fullest. May we remember her best by following her wise and fun-loving example.
Carolyn and Bobby Palo
May 29, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. She was a beautiful person who we knew thru soccer and polka music. Will be sadly be missed. God Bless. RIP
Katherine Souza
May 29, 2020
Erika was instrumental in getting me involved as a High School soccer referee. She will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to her family. God Bless!
David and Lyn Palmer
May 29, 2020
To Gerhard, Gary, Sherry and family,
Sending our deepest condolences to all of you on the passing of Erika. We have many fond memories of Erika dancing to polkas at the German Club and cooking all those dinners. She will be missed. May she rest in peace.
Jane McIlmail
May 29, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear of this loss. But the news brings back very fond memories of Erika from my childhood in Pawtucket. She taught me to play soccer (though I was not her best student) and I played on her RI Soccer League team after high school. It was such a pleasure to be on the field with her back in 1978 or so with my old friend and Erika's neighbor, Ruth Tramonti. My sincere condolences to Gerhard and Gary and Rene. Erika was a special woman.
Eric Dessaules
May 29, 2020
We at the German Cultural Society of Westerly, R.I. we fortunate to have Gerhard and Erika attend our dinner-dance functions in Westerly, and they always were a lovely couple on the dance floor. They always had a good time and the shared smiles with everyone brought gemütlichkeit to our gatherings. Our sincere condolences to Gerhard and his family.
Annette & Walter Kloc
May 29, 2020
Gerry & Family, Our deepest condolences to you on the passing of Erika. She will always be remembered as the hostess of the Polka Dances where we all shared fun and friendship. We will miss her contagious smile and the beautiful person she was. Erika, "thank you" for such wonderful memories. RIP
Maggie Tschuta
May 29, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lisa Widmann Harrington
May 28, 2020
Dear Gary, Sherry, and family,
May your hearts be blessed with precious memories of a lifetime spent with your wonderful mother and grandmother Erika.
Warmly,
Lisa Widmann Harrington
Lilliane Capoverde
May 28, 2020
Gerhard, sorry for the loss of your beautiful Erika. May she rest in peace.
Heinz & Marlies Ehlen
May 28, 2020
Erika was one of the most loved persons in the German Club. Her unselfish contributions had no bounderies.Her legendary meals always filled the Club to capacity.She was willing to help on any capacity.She will be missed by all of us. May she rest in peace.
May 28, 2020
Gerhard and family know that I'm so sorry to hear of Erica's passing.Have fond memories of
of many fun filled and entertaining experiences reffing games together.
Will always be thankful for her taking many game assignments.
Have peace in prayer as I think you can hear
"play on" coming from above.
Tom Duff
Luis Cutelo
May 28, 2020
Erika I just knew her as a real good person. Worked a lot of soccer games together. Rest In Peace.
Councilman Mark J. Wildenhain
May 28, 2020
I was very sadden to see that Erika has left us and would like to extend my condolences on behalf of a grateful city. Polka dances at the German hall will never be the same. Erika was such a spitfire, she had such a zest for life smiling and enjoy every moment. When she committed to something, she gave it 100% and always had Gerhard at her side getting it accomplished. She will missed at the Octoberfest and many other events that meant so much to her. May she rest In peace in the light of god's true love.
Pat Poissant
May 27, 2020
Gerhard and all the Danner family my deepest condolence I will miss her and all the joy she gave to all her polka family
I will see her smile always Rest In Peace
Gregory Berndt
May 27, 2020
Sincerest condolence to Gerhart and the entire Danner family. May your loving thoughts and fond memories get you thru this difficult time.
Michelle (Missy StJacques) Rayhorn
May 27, 2020
Karen and Rene, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Howard Kurt Widmann
May 27, 2020
Loved her Family, the German Club, especially Polka Dances, and was a soccer enthusiast and referee. (Was a referee for a few of my Daughter Helenas games). RIP Erica!
Edelgard Kelleher
May 27, 2020
My deepest condolences to Gerhard and the Danner family. I will miss Erika's smile, her loving hugs and watching her dance to her favorite tunes.
Eddie Forman
May 27, 2020
On behalf of Eddie Forman, Carol all the band members of EFO, we senf our sincere condolences to Erika's family. What a fun loving, kind lady. She will surely be missed by all her Polka friends. Heaven has gained a beautiful Angel.
Chip Maurer
May 27, 2020
I'm really going to miss seeing Erika's smile at church. I did not know she was such a soccer enthusiast! God bless Erika in her new life with her Savior.
Paul Pouliot
May 27, 2020
Erika was such a fantastic person. Her total dedication to the German club and her family cannot be measured. Erika came from the same area as my wife and she and Garhard joined me in Germany last year. A beautiful visit. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
William Alberg
May 27, 2020
Sincerest condolences to the family.
Mary Conlon
May 27, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Erika always made sure everyone had a good time at the Polka dances. She would go around to every table and have a conversation, laugh and see to it that all was great. She will certainly be missed by all who knew her.
Dennis Polisky
May 27, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Gerhard and the family. Our band The Maestro's Men performed for many of the Polka dance she held at the German Club. Her passion for the music, heritage, family and friends showed through her warm smile, kindness and joy she shared with all. We will miss her dearly. Our prayers going out. Sincerely Dennis Polisky, Karen and all the Maestro's Men band
Adam Lilienfeld
May 27, 2020
My condolences, she will be missed at the Club, always had a mischievous twinkle in her eye.
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