Memorial date: 9/13/2025 info below.

Thank you for taking the time to consider making a donation. My name is Brandy, I am Erik's sister, and I'm trying to raise money to help my mom celebrate the life of her son.

We lost my brother, Erik, unexpectedly on Sunday July 20, 2025, after a brief relapse, following two years of strength, recovery, and healing.

He fought hard against addiction. But addiction doesn’t discriminate. It’s cruel, and it’s real.

It does not care how good your heart is or how much you’re trying. Erik tried. He was brave to come back home, brave to get help, brave to keep trying. And I think it's safe to say his closest friends and family will remember him for that courage.

We want to give him the memorial he deserves — a Celebration of Life where we can share stories, grieve together, and remember the good.

My mom is trying to organize everything, but the financial burden is heavy. We’re asking for help to cover the costs of the venue, food, flowers, and other expenses. Every dollar goes directly toward honoring him with love and dignity.

If you’ve lost someone to addiction, you know the pain. If you haven’t, we hope you never do. But if you can help — whether by donating or sharing — we are deeply grateful.

Thank you for being here. For reading. For caring. And for helping us say goodbye the right way.

Erik's Memorial Service will be held at Moon Lake in Ashland, PA (gps link below) @ 2PM on Saturday, September 13th. Please come join us in remembering him! We will hold a service at the pavilion starting at 2pm with food, refreshments and a bonfire after.

Moon Lake:

20 Lake Drive, Ashland PA 17921

https://maps.app.goo.gl/XvBheWyVSynRQQez7

With love and gratitude,

Brandy and Family

If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, please know you are not alone. Help is available 24/7 through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).