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Erica Baltierra Obituary

Baltierra, Erica born March 17, 1990, left us tragically on Saturday, January 21, 2006. She left behind multiple family and friends: mother, Teresa and Martin Malec from Indiana; father, Dominic Baltierra and fiancee, Jenna Fung from Texas. She will be greatly missed by all. Memorial service will be at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Walkerton, IN, Saturday, January 28, 2006, at 1 p.m. Inquiries may be at (574) 315-8092.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 26 to Jan. 27, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Erica Baltierra

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Marty

January 31, 2007

Erica it has been a year it still feels like yesterday.Feather called us and checked on us.I miss you so much.I think of you daily and sometimes catch myself thinking what if.

Kileigh Renehan

January 23, 2007

Erica, i miss you so much! Everyday i wonder why God took you away from us. i know we didnt know each other for a long time, but the short time we had was awesome. we always had a good time together. i loved you as if you were my sister. and i still do. i miss you so much!
Love Always,
Kileigh

Sherry Ward

January 23, 2007

Sweet Little Erica, We miss you dearly, each and every day. Keep your eyes on Emili for me, we all still love you very much.

Teresa Malec

January 22, 2007

My Dearest Daughter Erica, I can't believe it's been a year. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about you!!! I Love you very much and can't wait to give you lots of hugs & kisses!! I know you are watching over all of us and being our Guardian Angel!
I know that you have found peace and your memory will live forever in our hearts. Love Always, MOM

Courtney Corbett

December 11, 2006

Wow. Girl i miss you like crazy you have no idea.. the times we had, the memories we share, the funny stupidd stuff we did just so we got a good laugh, imiss you soo incredibly much you have no idea,i just wish you were still here and everything was perfect sweetheart.
well i love you
and miss you terribly.

Emili Ethetton

May 15, 2006

Hey Gecca, i know you cant read this right now. But i just want you to know i will always love you. You were like my sister more than u know. I love you soo much i think about you all the time. Now i know u are up there with my daddy watching everything i do. You were my best friend.Even tho we hadn't seen each other in while. Ill miss you girl. I love you always and forever.

Donna Thomas

March 29, 2006

Erica

I will always remember how papa used to take us swimming at Benbrook Lake in the summer. We will be together again soon, until then all i can do is say that i will keep you in my memories as well as i love you.

Kimberly Thomas

March 29, 2006

Erica,

Aunt Kim trasures the memory of your cheerleading as well as your beautiful smile. I will always treasure the memories in my heart.

Clarissa Turner

March 24, 2006

Erica you were like a sister to me I love you and I am sorry your life had to end like it did. I wish I could of been there to help you I am sorry that I didn't spend as much time with you as I would like but I love you and I miss you. See you again some day.

Tori Vandergriff

March 13, 2006

Erica i love you very much i remmember when we always played schoo together and everything but you will always be in my heart i will miss you so much see you soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!

NORMA Vandergriff

February 28, 2006

ERica we all are going to miss you alot we all took your death really hard.but we will see you soon.we love you very much. and you will be in are hearts forever. love your aunt NORMA,uncle REX &Tori,Jessie, Ralph and Cody



Vandergriff,s &Chism,s

Shannon Thomas

February 19, 2006

Erica-

I remember when you used to follow me and Thelma all over the house. I know I won't ever understand what happened or why. I just wish I could have been there for you. I will love you and miss you. To all of us who have lost this precious life she's waiting for us in a better place. We'll see you one day in the future, until then all my love.

Thelma Thomas

February 15, 2006

Erica, I know we haven't seen each other in a long time but I always had you in my heart! I will always think of you as my little sister, because that's what you are! I'm sorry we were not able to continue our relationship, and I wish you could have seen my children, they would have loved you. Please come around my family and I so that you can see your beautiful niece and nephew and let me know that you are okay, although I know you are. I LOVE YOU!!!! I'm very sorry for our families loss and everyone else who Erica touched. Love always, Your sister and niece and nephew! FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS A BEAUTIFUL WOMAN BOTH INSIDE AND OUT!!!!!

Sherry Ward

February 9, 2006

Erica, my little Magoo, (my nickname for her), I am so beyond sadness to learn of your passing. I know that we weren't around these past few years, but I will never forget the day you were born and every day I shared with you after. You will always be a special treasure in my heart. Emili is going to miss you so much, she was deeply affected by this and I wish we could have been there for you.

I will always love you Baby Girl, and treasure each moment that I got to spend with you.

I Love You and Always Will,

Sherry Ward

christopher Jefferson

February 7, 2006

Erica I really going to miss you

all the times we had in class I

going to miss your pretty smile

you had everyday and I'm going to

miss the times we laugh everyday

I'm really going to miss you and

I Love you I'll see you soon.

ayna m.

February 6, 2006

hey erica, i no i wasent one of your closest friends but i was with you sometimes at lunch, its wierd how one day i see you with jordin n holly but now your gone...we miss you alot n cynthia even went to the train tracks last thursday...she misses you too...were trying to get a shirt made just to show that we do care about you...i wish i could of helped...you will allways be remembered...

Pauline Jones

February 3, 2006

Joe, Dominic, Donna & Family,

I was so saddened and shocked to see the obituary for your beautiful girl. I remember how excited Linda was when she was born. You can take comfort in knowing that they are together again and Linda can hold her beautiful granddaughter once again. I can not even begin to imagine your pain - my heart goes out to you all.

Love & Prayers,

David, Pauline, Aaron, & Connor Jones

sherri romero

February 3, 2006

words can't express the sadness that we feel at this time. just want to let the family know that they are in our hearts and prayers.god bless.

Nancy Young

February 2, 2006

Erica was one of my sweet, precious little fifth grade girls at James A. Arthur Elementary in Kennedale. I was devastated to learn of her passing. Heaven is a far sweeter place now that Erica is there. May you rest in peace, sweet Erica. Mrs. Nancy Young

Alex and Eddie

February 2, 2006

Erica we will miss you and wish your family the best. We will always think of you.



Alex and Eddie

Lynda Schrick

February 1, 2006

To Erika's family,



I lost my son recently. I wish that I could help you deal with this incredible pain. It has been almost 9 months now - I don't cry every day anymore.



I don't feel as guilty as I used to because I have finally allowed myself to accept that God is truly in control of life - we dont' have nearly as much power or control as we like to think. We can't change what is to happen. We are also too human to understand it.



I read that 1,000 years is like a day to God - it won't really be so long til we can be with our precious children.



I pray every day for your comfort and peace and the repose of Erika's soul.



God does know the plans He has for us.

Tracie Williams

February 1, 2006

Erica --



Every student makes an impact on a class and on a teacher. I was very sad that you would no longer be with us in fifth period. Your absence is palpable. More so the world feels the loss because you are no longer here. My condolences to your family and loved ones. For as much as I enjoyed having you in class these four months and as sad as I am, I know their hearts are broken.



You are missed--

Angelica Sierra

February 1, 2006

Erica Baltiera was a great friend and she would always be remembered by everyone who knew her. Gone but not forgotten. R.I.P.

Omero Chavez

February 1, 2006

I remember those times when you would tell me that you were gonna go to Indiana I thought you were gonna make it but I guess you didnt Im sorry that you didnt I hope you are in a better place .....you will be missed .R.I.P.

Marlene Rangel

February 1, 2006

dear erica you were like my sister i will always treasure you in my heart and thoughts. You were really nice and i wouldve never thought this would happen to you, when they told me i just couldnt belive it.Erica's family i am really sorry for your loss.

Luis Mendoza

February 1, 2006

Hi, this is one of Ericas friends form school I just wanted to tell you I sorry for what happen. R.I.P

Always gone but Never Forgotten

Darrell &Linda Pipkin

February 1, 2006

On behalf of my parents Carrell and Jean Pipkin,Our prayers go out to Erica's family.May the comfort of the Lord be with you.

elizabeth lopez

January 31, 2006

erica i know i wasnt the closest person to you but i just wanted to let you know that you will never be forgotten.and ill never forget that crazy smile of yours.you were always smiling and a very outspoken person but i guess thats what people loved about you. r.i.p.

KATHY & KEVIN &CRISTI HARRISON

January 31, 2006

GOD NEEDED YOU MORE THAN WE DID,WE SHUOLD FELL GREATFUL THAT YOU GOT TO BE IN OUR OUR HEARTS, SHE IS THE VERY BEST FRIEND THAT HEATHER EVER HAS AND I SAY HAS BECAUSE SHE WILL ALWAYS BE HER GUARDIAN ANGEL FOR ALL THAT HAS BEEN IN CONTACT WITH HER GOD BLESS THE FAMILY THROUGH THIS HARD TIME

Miss Dean

January 31, 2006

Erica-



I truely enjoyed having you in my class Erica. You made my day brighter with the smile you brought to class everyday. Coach Burton and I will miss you. To your family; I am very sorry about this tragedy. We will treasure her memory in our hearts.

Lisa Winkelmann

January 31, 2006

You were my daughters best friend, I'm sorry that at the time you most needed someone, you felt alone. We will miss you. To the family and friends left behind, we don't always understand why God takes the young from us, God doesn't always pick the Rose that has come into full bloom, but often takes the precious Rosebuds, to care for and protect as the Rosebud becomes a beautiful full bloom. She will be the beauty that awaits the rest of us in Heaven.

Heather Sharp

January 31, 2006

Erica was a special somebody. She always made me laugh, smile, and she helped me through some things. I will always miss her and think about her. She is deep in my heart. She means more to me than anyone. She will always be my Benji Boo(her nickname). I pray that her parents get through this whole thing. I wish I knew what she was thinking but i guess i never will. I LOVE YOU ERICA LYNNE!!!!!

Megan Browne

January 30, 2006

Erica,

You were in my homeroom, I never knew you but you always had a smile on your face that just drew me in. This wednesday in homeroom I guarantee I'll miss your smile, but I promise I'll smile 1,000 times for you and then some. You should have tried out for cheerleading, you would've enjoyed it alot I'm positive. I really wish you could have stayed with us, but God had other plans.



To her family: "For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11



Sincerely,

Megan Browne, the girl that never got to know you.

Bianca Martinez

January 30, 2006

Sorry for your loss and we love her!

Brandye Berry

January 30, 2006

When your burdens seem to weight you down...and when the road seems to far to carry on...

Look to hills and you will find your strength it cometh from the Lord.



I pray that the Lord finds a way to bring joy back into your lives.



Micheal, we miss you and love you. We hope you know that you can always reach out to Mr. Robey and I.

Charlotte Loftis

January 29, 2006

I just wated to say that you were a pretty young girl and that your aunt charlotte and ungle shon sure did love you and we still do and we will miss you very much. we still love you very much. love charlotte, shon,james, jheri, krystal.you have people who love you.charlotte & shon loftis

gail frick

January 29, 2006

Dominic,



So sorry for your loss. I know you loved Erica very much.



Gail

TERESA L. MALEC

January 29, 2006

OUR LITTLE ANGEL WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US. WE WILL TREASURE EVERY MEMORY OF HER. LOVE, MOM, MARTY, JIMMIE III, AND MARTY JR.

bobby apala

January 29, 2006

hey this is erica uncle bobby i am going to miss my babygirl by her uncle bobby i will always love her

sandra lockwood

January 29, 2006

Sorry for your loss. prayers are with the family.I am Alana's Mom friend of Erica's Uncle Bobby

Donna Pipkin

January 27, 2006

Our Love, His Peace



Rick, Donna & Brenna Pipkin

cleo martinez

January 26, 2006

Im so sorry for your lost. My heart goes out to you and your family. God Bless You and I will keep your family and you in my prayers.

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