Erika loved life- however, there was nothing in this world she loved as much as her daughters Ruby and Dot. She had an adventurous spirit and loved to travel- especially to the Pacific Coast. She received her degree in Environmental Science- and was an avid collector of rocks, minerals and crystals. She spent time being creative which was evident in her art, writing, and businesses. She cherished the beauty of nature and gardening- something she shared with her mom and passed onto her girls. She had a kind heart which she shared while helping those in addiction recovery. Everyone will miss her unique wit and humor- it added a spark of joy into every conversation.
She is survived by the loves of her life- Daughters Ruby and Dot ( Dorothy) and their father Matt Salvator.
Parents- Susan Erb of Columbus Ohio, and Milton(Lisa) Erb Jr of Dover Ohio. Devoted stepmother Dee (Johnny) Harvey. Sister Roxanne Peffers and nieces and nephews Ava, Clai, Chevelle, Laila and Clyde. Grandfather Milton Erb Sr. Aunts Judy (Randy) Altenburger and Julie (Chuck) Dluzak and Uncles David (Laura) Erb and Gregory (Marie) Erb. Cousins Brian ( Wendy) Altenburger, Jill (Brian) Wenzlick, Renee Burgei, Holland (Nick) Lapaolo, Evan Erb, Samantha Erb, Lydia Dluzak, and Ben Dluzak. Godmother Melody Bowman and Extended Family Chuck and Cindy Salvator, “Auntie Ann” Salvator, Katie (Zac) Amnah, Tom Markham, Julie King and Geae (Pat) Dutson
She is preceded in death by her Grandparents Henry and Jeanette Schweller, Grandmother Dorothy Erb, and Uncle Robert J Schweller.
We would like to recognize and thank the staff of the Kobacker House for their excellent care and loving support of Erika and the family.
Visitation will be held 3:00-7:00 pm Friday May 31st at Schoedinger Funeral Home (6699 North High Street, Worthington Ohio 43085)
Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Father Matthew Hoover at 10:00 Saturday June 1st, 2024 at The Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (414 East North Broadway Columbus Ohio 43214)
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you prayerfully consider donations to The Kobacker House through the OhioHealth Foundation by selecting hospice care as a recepient or the GoFundMe that has been established for Matt and the girls at:
Links for donations are also shown below on this page.
DONATIONS
GoFundMe to support Ruby Dot and Matt
Kobacker House3430 OhioHealth Parkway, Fl. 3, Columbus, Ohio 43202
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