Born in Sayre, PA, Erika graduated from Athens Area High School, Athens PA, in 1995 and attended Norwich University, Northfield, VT.
After moving to Greenville, SC, Erika found her passion for cake decorating and used her talents for over 25 years at Strossner's Bakery.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 25 years, Earl Young, of Piedmont, SC, her parents John and Betty Orner of Greenville, SC, and her sister, Valerie Orner (Doug) of Albany, GA, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you consider giving to The EHE Foundation https://fightehe.org or Thrive Church, 62 E. Antrim Dr., Greenville, SC 29607.