Erica Christina Lee was born to Wing Lee and Sou Wong-Lee on October 5th, 1985 in Los Angeles, California. Erica grew up in the South Bay City of Torrance, California and finished her high school in Oakton, Virginia. She graduated from Boston University where she was awarded a full scholarship to play Division 1 Women's Soccer. During her tenure at BU, the team won several conference championships and Erica was named co-captain her Senior year. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in both Finance and Marketing.
Erica’s career passions focused on supporting the youth and sports. Some of her proudest accomplishments include helping to create the first ever Kid’s Club for the UCLA Athletics Department and supporting the Justin Timberlake-Shriners Hospitals for Children Golf Tournament.
Erica was beautiful both inside and out. She loved foot massages, running while listening to hip hop, tapping into her spirituality, dressing up for events, wearing bold lipstick colors, drinking thai iced teas, and of course being with Ricky. She could go from wearing high heels and a cocktail dress to a tennis skirt and nike hat and look stunning in both. Erica loved to spend time with her family, visiting all her cousins and taking them to sporting events, treating her grandmother to lunches out, going to concerts and shows with her parents, and being with her favorite brother in Virginia.
Erica was a loving daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend. She leaves behind her father Wing, mother Sou, brother Michael, sister-in-law Lauren, grandmother Sui Ying Lee, Uncles and Aunts Alan & Florence, Jim & Lily, David & Jennifer, Pat & Sou Ping, & Lucy; and countless cousins and friends.
Erica's family has also established memorial pages with two meaningful charities if you would like to donate in lieu of flowers.
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Tributes
Leave a tributeGrandma, mom, and I visited you a few days ago. The day was just beautiful for a visit. There was not a cloud in the sky. Even though Grandma, who at 95 years of age, she still made the hike up the hill to see you. She spoke fondly and lovingly of her time with you, ever since babysitting you when you were just an infant. We cherish the special memories that we had of you. Not a day goes by that we miss you and you will always be in our hearts. Your spirit and love will be with us forever.
Love you Erica,
Mom and Dad
I miss you more.
Just stopping by to pay my respects to you. You are not forgotten and truly missed...
- Sasha
I will always remember the first time I held you, when you were just a week
old. Your beauty shone through then and continued ever since. - Uncle Alan
We are now at an unbelievable 5yrs since I've seen your light up the room smile or have heard your happy voice. I've missed you the same each day for all of these years. Thinking of you today, everyday, and the love I continue to hold so close to my heart for you.
Celebrate this beautiful day. Bless all those who love and celebrate your life. May the memories be forever.
Remembering and celebrating the day this world was blessed with your spirit, the day of your birth today. Feeling grateful for all the exclusive memories we shared together, the laughs, the chats, the time spent with each other and family. You are never far from my thoughts and always at the surface of my heart. I love and miss you so much, and honor all that is you.
I went to our 20th reunion tonight and saw that you passed away. I searched for you and found this page. I am devastated. My heart really hurts over this.
I feel really sad for those who lost you that really knew you. I have never met a woman quite like you. And that story I wrote in AP English and read aloud was totally about you. You will forever have a piece of my heart and my memory. Every practice and hard fought football game it was in the back of my mind that I hoped you were there and that I wanted to impress you. The world is blessed to have had you and it is really sad that we lost you.
Wishing you and your family continued peace. My heart is heavy when thinking about how soon you left this world and moved on. We're so glad you made such a huge impact on everyone around you. Your kindness and gracious spirit always impacted me and Peggy during our younger days in Torrance. Your light will continue shining through everyone you've touched. Rest easy and enjoy paradise in heaven.
It has been 4 years since you left us. Auntie Jen and I often think of you and all the wonderful times we had together. Thank you for all the joys and good memories you gave us. Auntie Jen, I and all your nephews miss you. May you have peace in paradise and until we meet again, your spirit be with us always.
Uncle David & Auntie Jen
As grandma, mom, and I visited you today, we cherish all the memories of you. Grandma, who is well into her 90s, remembers all the care and love that you had for her. You were so considerate in tending to grandma's enjoyments and being so patient, always putting others ahead of yourself.
Mom and I always think of you. How wonderful and kind you were to everyone around you. It didn't matter whether they were young or old, you always brought a smile to whoever you came across. Even nowadays, as I look back at some of your pictures, indeed, it brings warmth to my heart.
Mom and I really miss you. May your spirit and memories still fill the air around us. The world can definitely use some happiness and joy.
Love you always and forever.
Mom and Dad...
Show the people that love you that you are here. Watch over all of us, dear angel. Love.
Honoring and celebrating your life today and everyday. I miss you more than I can ever express, but I fill in the void with the memory of your smile, laughter, and cherish all the times shared together and with family. I feel you everyday with me and know that your beautiful spirit is present with everyone and all that you love.
Forever in my heart,
Pam
Norm, Joanna, Maddox, and I miss you so much. I hope you are resting easy and watching over us like the beautiful angel we know you've become. We love and miss you so much. Till we meet again, keep soaring high. Also wanted to mention that I finally became a nurse and it's been one long journey. I always try to make a difference in my workplace and spread positivity. Again, we love you so much
Lots of love,
Peter K.
Happy Birthday. Birthdays are to celebrate that you were born. To remember to all those who celebrate that you came into their lives and were blessed. Come spiritually to your Mom and Dad, Michael, Lauren, Oliver, Teddy, Ricky until the day we are are all together.
Love, Helen Jeu (AKA Loo), Frank, Michael, Niki
Mom and I miss you dearly. I often times think back on the day that you were born. You were such a tiny and special baby. You grew to being such a beautiful and kind person. From your pre-school, elementary school, and middle school days in Torrance, to moving back east to northern Virginia, and receiving a full scholarship playing women's soccer at Boston University, we knew that you were special. Although you are no longer here physically, your spirit and brightness are always with us. We are celebrating your birthday and always in our hearts.
Love you forever, Mom and Dad
Celebrating you and all of the many years of memories we shared together on this day that you were gifted to us. Still, there isn't a day that you aren't in my thoughts and heart. I love and miss you so much and have never ending gratitude for what you continue to mean to me.
"Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with their heart and soul, there is no such thing as separation."...Rumi
There isn't a day that passes where I don't desperately miss you, but I never feel separated from you.
Mom and I just visited you this morning at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills. It was a sunny and beautiful day. Your spirit and presence were felt and you will always be in our hearts. We will always remember the love and happiness that you brought us and to all of the family members and friends. I know Michael and Lauren are always thinking of you. They now have two boys, Oliver and Theodore (Teddy), your nephews. All of our prayers are with you and one day, we will all be together again.
Love,
Mom and Dad
Still not a day goes by without you in my daily thoughts. I miss you so much and dedicate all successes I have in 2022, which also includes loving you in everything meaningful to me.
Loo Family-Frank, Helen, Michael, Niki
Loo Family-Frank, Helen, Michael, Niki
While you are in my thoughts everyday, you are in every one of my thoughts today. I cherish your smile, your laughter, the love you gave, the lives you impacted, and all the time we had with you. I miss you desperately, and celebrate all that is you.
"Your body is away from me, but there is a window open from my heart to yours"......Rumi
I love you, Erica. You will always be a huge part of my heart.
Love you, Erica. You will always be my little girl.
Dad
Auntie Jennifer and Uncle David
Uncle Alan
Mom and Dad and Ricky went to go see you yesterday. They miss you very much. Let them know that you are forever present. Comfort them as well as Michael and Lauren. Forever missed.
Loo Family - Frank, Helen, Michael, Niki
Mom and I have always cherished and loved you for all the times that you have been with us. Just remembering you from a cute little infant, to the young and bright beautiful girl as you were leaving for college. You were full of confidence, yet humble, considerate, and respectful of each and everyone around you. We miss your charm and beauty. This, I believe will be missed by all. We are all thinking of you...Mom and Dad, Grandma, Michael, Lauren, and Oliver. Take care. Your memories will always be in our hearts.
I can't believe it's been 2 years since:
-you've walked into a room and brightened it with your incredible smile
-you've been over to spend time with me and my family
-I've heard your infectious laughter
-I've heard your voice filled with enthusiasm over a new deal you're working on
-we've had deep conversations about life..
I could go on and on and on about all the things I miss about you. I could go on and on about all of the things that others miss about you.
And while you are missed terribly, there is not a second that you aren't with me. Your presence is strong in all of us, and our love for you, never ending.
Love , Loo Family
With your giving heart you remembered to fill a plateful for Uncle Marty who as usual was upstairs at his computer. He heard your footsteps and said " Oh thank you Erica, yum! Did you make these all by yourself ? " I heard you giggle and say Yes!
There you are, deep in our hearts, and all those wonderful moments you gave us. Now rest in Gods Tender Care...and don't forget the soy sauce my sweet Erica, Auntie loves you so.
Loo Family - Frank, Helen(Jeu),Michael, Niki
Today, I especially celebrate this day in which you were born to bless us with your beautiful spirit. I reminisce in all of the corners of my mind and heart of all the precious memories we've created together and as a family. While I am filled with sadness that you are not physically here, I embrace the love and light that you continue to shine on me and all that you love. It's indescribable how much I miss you, but know that are with me in my every moment.
Happy birthday my lovely girl.
Today marks your 35th birthday. You are in my thoughts and I cherish all the love and happiness that you have brought me. The memories of when you were born, the precious times of seeing you grow to be a bright and beautiful person, to a grown young lady. You have shared your kindness and warmth not only with family but with all walks of life.
Mom, Michael, Lauren, and Oliver, your nephew and "Por Por" (grandma) all misses you. You will be forever remembered.
Love always, Dad
Oh how I miss you so. My heart hurts over our loss of you and I wish things turned out differently. I wish every day that you got to meet your nephew Oliver, he's so happy and bright and brings such joy to my life. He reminds me of you... He has two teeth now!! and he has the most amazing smile! I know you're watching over us and will be with us forever.
Love,
Your little brother.
By: Uncle David
Since that tragic day on March 20, 2019, it has been a year. There is not a day or week went by without thinking of her. Think of all the joys that she gave us and good times that we shared. Many times when she came to visit us, she bought spicy beef noodle soup, spicy beef, seaweed and peanuts from Sues Kitchen we ate together. We went to lunch at local restaurants and dim sum in San Gabriel and Monterey Park. All the joyful moments we shared at family gathering during Thanksgivings, Christmas and New Year. We watched her play soccer tournament at Stanford in Palo Alto, she was great. I still have the Disney "Mickey Mouse" watch that she gave me for my birthday when she was a teenager. It still works. There are so many fond memories that I will treasure forever. .....Auntie Jennifer, all your cousins and I miss you, love you and your spirit is with us always.......Hush, Hush, sweet Erica is sleeping in the arm of the Lord; sleep in peace until we meet again.
Your smile, your personality, your kind heart are forever in our hearts, mind ,
and spirit. Please let us know that you with us with your signs. Until we meet again.
Helen Jeu (AKA Loo) and Loo Family : Frank, Michael, Niki
Tonight, I raise my glass up to heave in memory of you. You will never be forgotten. Sending love.
There is not a moment in my life that you are not with my every thought or breath. Although it has already been a year today that you transitioned to a beautiful energy, I feel and know that you continue to surround us all with your spirit and love. I miss you so much and honor you everyday in everyone that I touch and in my actions. Always in our hearts, never forgotten.
Leave a Tribute
Grandma, mom, and I visited you a few days ago. The day was just beautiful for a visit. There was not a cloud in the sky. Even though Grandma, who at 95 years of age, she still made the hike up the hill to see you. She spoke fondly and lovingly of her time with you, ever since babysitting you when you were just an infant. We cherish the special memories that we had of you. Not a day goes by that we miss you and you will always be in our hearts. Your spirit and love will be with us forever.
Love you Erica,
Mom and Dad
I miss you more.
Mom and I just visited you this morning at Forest Lawn Hollywood Hills. It was a sunny and beautiful day. Your spirit and presence were felt and you will always be in our hearts. We will always remember the love and happiness that you brought us and to all of the family members and friends. I know Michael and Lauren are always thinking of you. They now have two boys, Oliver and Theodore (Teddy), your nephews. All of our prayers are with you and one day, we will all be together again.
Love,
Mom and Dad
Love Goes On
My son, Brandon, is just a year younger than Erica. Erica was attending BU when Brandon became a freshman at BC (Boston College). It was Brandon's first time leaving home and being on his own. He was miles away from family and in unfamiliar territory and feeling a bit uneasy with the transition to college life.
He will never forget Erica's act of kindness and compassion for reaching out to him and offering to just 'hang' with her. That act of kindness left an indelible mark on Brandon's heart. It meant so much to him that he started to help other newly arriving students with their transition pains. And there's more. Those students whose lives Brandon touched... they too are doing the same!
All this because of Erica's warm, loving heart. That one small act of kindness has grown to touch so many lives. She planted that seed of love that goes on and on....
Much love goes out to the family. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
The Young-Schreck-Loughridge Family
Fond memory of Erica
We will always cherish our wonderful memories of Erica, both in California and when we all lived in Oakton, Virginia. We were watching old home videos recently and came across one where Erica proudly states she is getting her driver's license soon. The look on Wing's face was priceless! (see attached video)
Erica was always extremely giving, and helped our kids with their college prep, for which we will be forever grateful.
Her beautiful smile and vibrant, caring personality will be forever in our hearts.
Love,
The Warners (Tom, Nora, Daniel and Kristin)