Sleeping Beauty
My Gator Pie is now in heaven, safe with her Mom.
I love you with all my heart and I always will.
I love you with all my heart and I always will.
posted by Chris @ 8:06 PM
Erika's four-year ongoing battle with non-Hodgkin's and Hodgkin's Lymphoma after an autologous BMT and non-myeloblative allogeneic BMT.
posted by Chris @ 8:06 PM
49 Comments:
At 9:16 PM,
Anonymous said…
Erika,
You always brought out the best in all of us. God bless you, and Chris for being there for you all the time
At 9:17 PM,
Anonymous said…
We're sorry to hear the news. Please stay strong, Chris.
At 9:54 PM,
Anonymous said…
Erika I will love you always.
Chris you are an amazing person always standing by her side.
-Abby
At 10:17 PM,
Anonymous said…
Erika, I love you so much and I will remember the days we spent together forever. You are my best friend and you will stay my best friend forever. Chris, I love you too. You are the best husband I have ever seen. Love, Miho
At 10:21 PM,
Randy said…
May she inspire others as she has inspired me to continue fundraising for the LLS and to find a cure!!!
At 10:46 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Goat,
You are so amazing and you truly touched everyone that knew you. I love you - Jennifer
At 10:47 PM,
Anonymous said…
Chris - I am so very sorry to hear the sad news. Erika has meant so very much to me ever since we first met. She has and remains my inspiration always. Your love for each other is inspiring.I will love her always. Love, Ruth
At 11:16 PM,
Anonymous said…
Erika,
You were my best friend in my whole life, and will be my best friend forever. I love you always.
Chris,
I'm very sorry to hear the news. Erika was such an amzing, strong girl, and always inspirated me so much.
Thank you for all the updates, and take rest.
Love both of you forever, Junko
At 2:31 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika was an inspiration to us all. My heart goes out to you Chris.
Martha
At 6:07 AM,
Anonymous said…
Chris, My heart is broken for you, I know the love you shared with Ericka.amazing undying love..........So I know she'll be in your heart forever. Rest assured she is in the Hands of the Great healer and is suffering NO more. What a srong young woman she was. I admire both you and her for the strength with which you two endure this journey. I Love you so very much Chris more than you know! I am HERE ALWAYS for you. Love you ~Marilyn
At 6:26 AM,
NU_Roger said…
Erika, You've shown us courage, lived life with dignity, and touched our lives.
At 7:01 AM,
Anonymous said…
Chris,
I am so sad to hear of Erika's passing. All my thoughts are with you & your family.
Juliette, Jimmy & Brady
At 7:11 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika
You will be missed deeply. You have inspired all who have ever had contact with you. My life was enriched just following your progress through this blog. I was very lucky to have known you through Jennifer.
Chris
You are an amazing person and I wish you only good memories of your time with Erika. Stay strong.
jan
At 7:19 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erica - you were the greatest inspiration for me!! Your strength and couraged amazed me.
Anne
At 7:33 AM,
Jinky said…
Erika,
I will always remember our friendship. I love you.
Jenny
At 8:53 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika,
You are an amazing person and have always inspired me. You will always be in my heart.
Kirsten
At 9:08 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika - you have touched and inspired so many lives. I am glad to have known you and will never forget your amazing perseverance and determination. We will miss you!
- Jessie
At 9:45 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika, you have inspired me since I met you back in 2003. Chris, you have inspired me, too, with the love you two have shared. Erika, I'll miss you.
- Lisa, TNT
At 10:03 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika, I never had the honor to run or meet you, may you rest in peace! You will be an inspiration to all of us forever.
Soren - TNT veteran
At 10:04 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika has been and will continue to be a source if inspiration to us all. Her can-do attitude and ability to show strength in even the most difficult situations has been remarkable.
Chris you have shown love to Erika in ways I have never seen before. You are a strong and dedicated man and I pray for peace and comfort for you during this difficult time.
Courtney, TNT
At 10:28 AM,
Anonymous said…
Chris, I have so many wonderful memories of you and Erika. Tales of Disney experiences. Many times you both overcame physical difficulties to complete your respective trainings and event. How each of you remained positive and so so so strong throughout all the treatments. Chris, you and Erika are my inspiration.
much love and hugs,
Michele Dwyre
At 10:32 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika is pure inspiration, thank you for sharing your story. Chris, may you feel the warmth of the world by your side. I will always swim, bike and run in Erika's honor.
At 10:47 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika - I have been drawn to you and your struggle ever since you spoke to the Stanford Summer 06' TNT running team. I ran Nike's 1/2 marathon and appreciated your support when you came out. I've been reading your blogs weekly and praying for you. Your courage and unending zest for life is an inspiration. Even though we've only met once, you will forever be a hero to me. God bless.. Jennifer L.
At 11:02 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika touched so many lives. I met her during the TNT 2004 season and she has been in my heart as a hero ever since.
When I moved to GA and joined the TNT chapter, I told her story and it moved and encouraged people. What a blessing she was to others -I barely knew her but her spirit and heart shone through; even to strangers.
To her family - I am so sorry. Please know that my family and I are praying for you with love.
- Jessie Anderson
GA chapter
At 11:09 AM,
Anonymous said…
Chris,
I am so sorry for your loss. You both are the most wonderful, inspiring people and I am so lucky to have known you and spent time with you.
Love, Leslie
At 11:09 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika (Hamster!),
I've known you for almost my entire life, it's so hard to believe that you're gone. I will treasure the memories of our friendship forever. You sure knew how to bring a smile to everyone you met. Chris, continue to be strong. Erika couldn't have asked for a better husband, or a greater love. You too are truly an amazing person and my thoughts will be with you. I love you both so much! Love, Jackie
At 11:10 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika,
I met you at my first training with TNT and you inspired me from the start. All future events I will have you in and Chris in my thoughts.
-Penny
At 11:19 AM,
Anonymous said…
Chris, I am so sorry to hear the news. I only met Erika once during a talk at Stanford Dish for the Summer '06 TNT Runners team. I remember wondering where she got all that strength and determination from. Thank you for sharing her with us.
Jennifer, TNT Summer 06
At 12:05 PM,
Anonymous said…
Chris,
We are so very sorry, and our tears fall with you and Erika in our thoughts, prayers and hearts. You have been and continue to be Erika's love, and we are all blessed to witness your unconditional love for one another.
Erika is an amazing, inspirational and caring woman, whom we will never forget.
Please extend our condolences to Mr. Arredondo, your Mom, and your families.
With love and respect,
James, Janine and Tatum
At 12:07 PM,
Anonymous said…
Chris, thinking of you and Erika...I will miss her and our shared banana pancakes in tap class...
-Susan
At 12:44 PM,
Anonymous said…
Chris, I'm so terribly sorry to hear of Erika's passing. I know that the struggle with her disease was a very difficult one for the two of you. You and Erika are such an inspiration to others. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your families.
-Elisa Martinez
At 12:49 PM,
Karen L. said…
Erika,
Such an inspiration! You are loved and will be greatly missed! Stay strong Chris! Karen L.
At 1:16 PM,
Anonymous said…
Erika,
You amazed me with your strength and determination, and inspired me with your love of life...
God bless you Chris for being such a loving and good husband to her.
Christine
At 1:29 PM,
Anonymous said…
Dear Chris:
I am so sorry for your loss. Erika was very lucky to have you by her side during what must have been a long and difficult battle. My thoughts are with you and your family.
With deepest condolences,
Tina Lessani
At 1:43 PM,
Anonymous said…
Chris, this is a very sad day. I have known Erika since I joined TNT in 2003. I will miss Erika!
Debora Blake
At 2:19 PM,
Unknown said…
Erika,
Your courageous fight against cancer has truly touched and inspired me. You will always be my hero.
At 2:33 PM,
Nancy said…
Dear Chris, You are the most steadfast companion I have ever seen. Erika was such an inspiration to the Hike for Discovery and TNT programs. What a wonderful family she had. My heart goes out to you and Fili. Fondest thoughts, Nancy
At 2:54 PM,
Anonymous said…
Erika, you are an inspiration for me. You will be missed.
-Alice
At 3:21 PM,
Anonymous said…
Thank you Erika. You have been one of the strongest, most inspirational, most loving and caring people I have been lucky enough to meet. THANKS for touching my life!
My Grandmother told me years ago when she was on her deathbed that she wasn't afraid of dying cause she knew she would live as long as people who loved her lived and remembered her. With that in mind, Erika has a long, long life yet to live and she shall be in my life, my thoughts, my heart forever. Miss you and love you!
You're in my thoughts and heart too Chris. You've been incredible too.
With love, smiles and laughs forever.
- Matthew Greenberg
At 5:18 PM,
Anonymous said…
Chris,
I am so sorry for your loss. Erika was such a special person and such an inspiration in so many lives. She will truely be missed by all who knew her.
I will always remember those days up on the hill when Erika, Kristine, and I were all glued to each other's hips. We had a blast in the restaurant. She helped make Cal Poly fun!
Thank you for being there for her as her best friend and husband. You are such an amazing person. God bless, and stay strong.
-Stephanie & Dave
At 7:11 PM,
Anonymous said…
Erika,
You are a shining star that will shine brightly forever.
We love you Erika and Chris.
Jan, Frank, John, Slicker
At 7:48 PM,
Anonymous said…
I will always remember Erika with her bright smile and twinkle in her eye. She lit up every room she walked into. I have gained so much strength and determination just knowing her. She got me involved in the Nike Marathon and always cheered us on. I will now participate in memory of her and will never forget my friend. Kaisa
At 9:06 PM,
Anonymous said…
Dear Chris,
I have known Erika as a fellow honoree in TNT. She was always so kind and supportive to me. Her story has always made me try harder and work stronger. She is an inspiration to me to continue the fight. I will miss her very much.
You are remarkable and have been so wonderful during the years. I send you much love and healing during these very hard times.
Robynn
At 10:22 PM,
erica hou said…
I love you Erika and will always be greatful for the chance to be your friend...
Love Erica
At 11:06 PM,
Anonymous said…
Erika - Pure inspiration, strength and courage to so many of us. You will be deeply missed.
Chris - Very saddened to hear the news. My thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time.
Melodie
At 8:45 AM,
Anonymous said…
Erika,
The strentgh that you had, throughout your battle, inspired me. The smile on your face, each time that I saw you, lifted my spirits. Your will to fight, encouraged me. Your positive attitude, helped me to believe that "I COULD DO IT"! Your heart was loving and caring... and in my heart, you will live on!
Chris,
Know that Erika was, and still is, such an inspiration, to so many of us! I was so privileged to have been able to train with both of you, during two seasons... and I will NEVER forget the love that you shared for each other, the support that you both gave to each other (and all of us) and the strength that you both had, during such difficult times. Please, stay strong...
Erika you'll never be forgotten... as you live on, in the hearts of so many!
With love... Sandy Scanlan
At 2:42 PM,
Anonymous said…
Chris,
We are so very sorry to hear this news. Erika was an amazing person and a true light in our lives. We will miss her deeply. Our heart felt condolences to you Chris and please do let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Aarti & Julie
At 3:08 PM,
Anonymous said…
I never met anyone more determined to fight than Erika and never more bright or vibrant in the face of what she was up against. Inspirational is the word I think she embodied.
At 6:39 PM,
Anonymous said…
My first season of TNT was Fall 05 - Erika was my honoree. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get to know her very well, but kept up with her on her blog. I've carried Erika with me on four marathons now.
I'm so sorry to hear of this loss for all of us, because Erika was a treasure. The overwhelming feeling I have right now is to get back out there and start training and fundraising again, so this never happens to anyone else, ever again. And Erika's going to be with me for every event I complete for the rest of my life.
Melody
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