BrownBagger ....... I don't know what to say

[mymom]

I am really speechless. I wish him and his family peace. I met him once at sloane with my mom and he was such an inspiration to me and my mom. Prayers from CT.

[rickker20]

Brown bagger and I join almost at the same time in 2009. He was a real nice guy. I was sad for him when he found out that he stage 4 instead of stage 2. Rest In Peace.

[CRguy]

I think ... just 'cos I started this topic
and knew Eric well .... gotta just say

he would LOVE the outpouring of connection and affection !
'cos that IS who he is

he's not gone
he LIVES HERE ! with us
in each and every post we remember him by

Ride another mile brother
ride another mile ......

CR

[ams5796]

Love that, CR Guy. I miss him everyday. There were so many folks on here whose passing hit me hard (Belle, Gaelen etc), but this is by far the worst. I hope this thread stays at the top and lives on and on. The outpouring of affection is not the least bit surprising. He was loved by all.


Ann

[Bob_Weiss]

HORRIBLE! We joined this site about the same time (2010), and although we never met, he did respond to a few of my e-mails with helpful advice. Since he was alive much longer than would be expected, I assumed he would be living a normal life span with occasional bumps in the road.
I will remember him for the remainder of my life.

[barbara jayne]

Reading this took my breath away, I was so shocked !
Eric joined the group just after me, I've known him from the start of his and my journey,
He cycled through his treatment, I did not, he carried on gardening, he told us about delicious Edamine beans (I'd never heard of them) & he chopped wood boy he chopped so much wood, & he cycled somemore ...he lived !
He was my colon cancer hero ! why has he gone & I'm still here !
I'm so very sad ! I'll always remember him even though we never met.
My heart breaks for his family, & I hope they know how much he was loved on this forum.....

[Lee]

This is very selfish, butt I'm gonna miss his garden pic. Erik knew how to grow a BEAUTIFUL garden. He inspired me to to grow tomatoes, egg plants and peppers. When ever I see a beautiful garden I will always think of him.

Rest in peace, dear Eric.

Know that you inspired many people in many ways,

Lee

[SoCalSaz]

So sorry to hear about Eric's passing. I'm another person who hasn't posted in years, but occasionally check in... and I was always happy to see any posts from BrownBagger. When I checked in yesterday and saw the news, it took my breath away. He was always someone I admired and looked up to in terms of dealing with his illness as well as living the most active, engaged life possible. My deepest condolences to all his loved ones. He left a legacy of kindness and vibrancy that will echo for a long, long time. Peace and comfort to all who are grieving his death.

[John72]

Very sad to read this. Brown Bagger was one of the most , informative, important, and entertaining posters here. Pretty sure he impacted everyone who came to this website. RIP Eric....

[sadysue]

OMG, Eric was one of my heros from my early days on this site. He was such a vibrant and active man - a great example for many of us. I was sure he would be one of the lucky ones who would beat the beast and die at a ripe old age. What a shock. I am so sorry to hear this.

RIP old friend and thank you for the help you gave along the way.

[Grace14]

I am at a loss for words. I haven't been on here in a long time, but I do every now, and then read posts. When I read this my heart dropped. I'm still in shock! Rip Eric, this board will not be the same without you! ❤️

[Redtexa5]

I too only check in anymore every month or so, busy with life which is kind of the whole point behind treatment, but I have always enjoyed Brownbagger's posts and over all decency.

Crap, the world will be a darker place.

[DarknessEmbraced]

So very sad! Eric, may you rest in peace! My deepest condolences.

[SusanNore]

Every time I log on, I miss Eric. He was my hero too, like so many others here.

[Lena]

I'm at a loss of words. Brown Bagger was so full of life! He helped me so much when I was first diagnosed. So sad, so very sad.

Lena