Erica Cole Kaitz

1960 - 2013

Erica Cole Kaitz obituary, 1960-2013

BORN

1960

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Levine Chapels

470 Harvard Street

Brookline, Massachusetts

Erica Kaitz Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 8, 2013.

Erica Cole (Goldstein) Kaitz, 52 of Boston and Paia, HI, formerly of Newton Centre, on Saturday, December 7, 20l3. Loving and much loved wife of Richard J. Kaitz. Caring and devoted mother of Alyssa and Nicole. Cherished daughter of Bernard Goldstein and the late Patricia & George Botvin. Loving sister of Jeffrey & his wife Ginnie Goldstein. Sister-in-law of Nita Reguer, Brenda Kaitz, Nathan & Sally Kaitz. Dear aunt of Shayna, Robby, Yonatan, Mikki, Robert, & Josh. Loyal friend to so many. Dedicated Pan-Massachusetts Challenge rider, employee and volunteer for many years. Services at Temple Emanuel, 385 Ward Street, Newton on Monday (today), December 9 at l:00pm. Interment at Sharon Memorial Park, 4l Dedham Street, Sharon. Family and friends are welcome to the family home for the Shiva mourning week following the interment through 8:00pm and continuing Tuesday through Thursday at 12PM, Friday 12-3pm, Saturday at 6PM, Sunday 9AM-12PM. To honor Erica's life and memory, remembrances would be appreciated to either the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge Team Erica's Entourage which will fund research of rare cancers or the Temple Emanuel Adult Bat Mitzvah Program. Pan-Massachusetts Challenge 77 4th Ave, Needham, MA 02494 https://www.pmc.org/egifts/ek0004, Temple Emanuel 385 Ward St, Newton, MA 02459.

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June 7, 2015

Dear Nicole and Alyssa: I think often of the wonderful time my two daughters spent at Chestnut Hill School, and Erica and her devotion is always part of that thought. I remember her unwavering concern for you, and I remember seeing her at the Star Market talking to the other mothers after school and after events. I also remember seeing her at Bloomingdales shopping. She had a flair for fashion and design and always had a unique and interesting style. She was a wonderful mother, one that we should all aspire to be. I hope that your family is well. Charlotte Richards, Mother of Jackie Kustan and Alison Ross

August 31, 2014

Debra George

It is with great sadness that I offer my condolences to all mourning Erica's passing. Erica and I were early childhood friends, and lost touch over the years. I love this picture of her, she is as I would imagine she would be now. I just learned of her passing from my Mother who still lives in the old neighborhood. She was a sweetheart always, and I am so sorry for your loss.

December 31, 2013

Robin and Michael St Pierre

Rememberance on your birthday

December 27, 2013

Robin and Michael St Pierre

Dec 31 is your birthday. We pray that everyone will light a candle ( electric or wax) for you.

December 26, 2013

Dear Ricky,
I was so sorry to hear of your wife's passing. I have read that you were quite a pair. My daughters and I want to send our prayers and love to you and your family at this time. We hope that the support of your family, friends and community are helpful at this time of loss. Love Leah, Ruby and James Sellinger

December 22, 2013

Mary Martell

Rick,
Erica was my college roommate and a dear friend. We lost touch after college, but wonderful memories lived with me. I am so sorry for your loss. My sympathies to your 2 beautiful daughters. I just learned of her passing today and am so sorry I missed her funeral.
She is now at peace and with her Mom!
God bless and take care!
Mary Haskell Martell

December 17, 2013

jon norris

ricky,
so sorry to hear of the sad sad news.
love,

December 17, 2013

chip norton

Rick ,
Saddened to hear ; Great story/life of love and bravery . Thinking of you and your daughters .
Love Jackie and Chip

December 15, 2013

Rick, we are so very sorry for your loss. Julie Weiman and Peter Blumenthal

December 13, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of your loving wife, and mother. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time, and I wish you peace and love and nothing but great memories. Michael Tack

December 12, 2013

Gabriela Romanow

She was a shooting star; her life on this planet too short. Her death is a great loss. My deepest condolences to Rick and the girls, with love.

December 12, 2013

Gabriela Romanow

What a lovely shooting star. The world has lost a great woman. Deepest condolences to Rick and the girls, with love,

December 12, 2013

Erica, You now ARE the rainbow we see in the sky! Keep making your presence felt throughout the world as you radiate back down to us all your glory. With love, Cicely and Gary Markoff

December 11, 2013

John Furst

This is such sad news. Erica was a loving and beautiful person. We will miss her. Our prayers are with all of you in your loss. With love, John Furst and Amy Cody

December 11, 2013

linda lange

So sorry to hear about Erica's passing Rick...I am in shock! had no idea she was that sick.? I am so grateful for knowing her ...what a beautiful woman.
Lots of Aloha,
Linda L., Maui

December 11, 2013

Mitch Riese

Rick - please accept my condolences on your sad loss.

December 10, 2013

Robin ( Blank) and Michael St Pierre

I saw the speech you made and I cried. You were so strong and brave. Your parents raised a wonderful girl. In turn you became a wonderful woman. Your heart always put other people first. You touched and helped so many people. You really made this world a better place. Your selfless rol model leadership personality has influenced all of us to be brave in any situation. I admire your bravery through your battle with cancer. I admire the fact that you raised money to find a cure. I wish more people could have your kind heart and toch people's lives in a positive manner like you have.,god bless you. You are and always will be an angel.

December 10, 2013

Dear Rick, Alyssa, and Nikki, We are so sorry for the loss of Erica. We will cherish all the wonderful family times we spent together.Her spirit will be with all of us forever. Sorry we can't be with you at this time. Love, Cousins Doris and Don Epstein

December 10, 2013

Lois Lyons

Sorry I can't be with you at this time. Erica is now at peace and you made the most of the time in her final year. My love to you Rick and the girls.

December 10, 2013

Robin and Michael St Pierre

No one can replace our childhood fun. Sleepovers, bicycling, playing on the hill or in Bongo Congo. We were best friends and blood sisters. God bless you.

December 9, 2013

Sending thoughts, prayers and much love across the miles. May Erica's memory be a blessing to you all.
Love, Holly and Brad Kastan

December 9, 2013

You were all there with your tender hearts and steadfast loyalty. Doing the right thing just what Erica would have hoped. We remember Erica for countless reasons. All our love and prayers Gloria And Bob Barsamian

December 9, 2013

Laura Singleton

The entire LMS community mourns the loss of Erica. We all appreciate the precious energy both you and she put into funding research on all of our behalf and those receiving the diagnosis in the future. We will not forget her and will be ever grateful. Our condolences and deepest sympathies to you Rick and your family.
Love and Peace,
Laura Singleton

December 9, 2013

Our family To Erica

God bless you. Carole, Vic, Katelyn, Brandon, Liz, Michael, Robin and Michael

December 9, 2013

Robin and Michael St Pierre

Playing on your hill, watching Tatoo, playing in your playroom, going to school in your dad's cool van, going to your mom's Christmas Shop, playing with your brother and his dog Tiger, you dumping your bike because of lightning, you having me pick up your apples because of the bees, you were in my wedding and we both had baby girls. From cribs to mom's we were blood sisters. Needle in the finger and fingers rubbed , sisters. Your parents were mine and mine were yours. God bless you sister. You are and always will be in our hearts. We love you.

December 9, 2013

Carole, Vic and Katelyn Blank and K Duquette

Erica, we knew you since yo were a baby. We watched you grow from the crib to your wedding. You were born an angel, lived as an angel and now you will be an angel eternally. We loved you before, now and always. God bless you.

December 9, 2013

Tom and kathy Higier

We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with your family

December 9, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Arthur Krupnick
(Natalie and Dick's friend)

December 9, 2013

Bobbi and Yacov Vendriger

It was with great hope that we participated in one of the many fund-raisers for orphan cancers....all because Erica inspired us! She fought the good fight, with dignity and inner strength and many will benefit from her dedication. That's one of the many gifts she leaves. To our friend Nita, to Rick and the girls, our deepest condolences.
Bobbi and Yacov vendriger

December 9, 2013

Natalie Wilgoren

So sorry we can't be there with you. Fond memories of family get togethers will be treasured. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.All our love, Natalie and Dick

December 9, 2013

Sending our love and sympathy to Alyssa,Nicole and to Rick- all our love and hugs from Emily,David, Gus and Harry Polstein

December 9, 2013

Elaine Buckler

With deep sorrow at the loss of dear Erica. Much loved.
Elaine Buckler

December 9, 2013

Theresa Ochenkoski

The Honor of being a part of Erica's Life is a Gift that I will treasure forever. Pure Love to Rick, Alyssa, Nicole and all of those who ever experienced Erica's smile.

Posted by Theresa Ochenkoski

December 9, 2013

Sandra Ashri

Will always remember Erica like this picture. Beautiful on the outside and the inside as well. My deepest sympathy. Always
Sandy Ashri. Herzelia Israel

December 9, 2013

A special person (ZL) full of courage that devoted her journey to bring to the forefront our fight with Sarcoma We share our deepest sympathies .Zeeva Walman Mizrachi

December 8, 2013

Cari Kelley

I'm so very sorry for your loss. You all made a positive lasting impression on those of us that had the opportunity to meet with you at the LMS retreat in Colorado.

December 8, 2013

John and Kathy Aslanian-Kime

Erica was a special person with a big heart. We will miss her smile and her welcoming spirit. She lived the Aloha.She saw the little special things in life that a lot of people miss. We will remember the great times we shared in Maui and over dinner. So sorry for your loss, Rick,Alyssa,Nicole. We love and miss you!
John Aslanian and Kathy Kime

December 8, 2013

Dear Rick, Alyssa, Nikki and family,

We share our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear Erica. We take comfort in the knowledge that she fought bravely with both dignity and grace. Her example is an inspiration to us all. May she rest in peace.

Kenny and Raquel Perlis and family

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