Erik Van Russell, 48, died tragically April 3, 2025. We miss him terribly.

Erik leaves behind his mother, Janet Vandecar; his brother, Eli Russell; his sisters, Kirsten and Lauren Brandt; and Shannon Russell. Daughters Maya Cameron and Izabella Jewett, and son Evan. Nephew Ethan Russell. Dear friends, Christina, Bethany, Robin and Aaron Hunter. An aunt and uncle, Jacqueline and David Stewart and many cousins. Erik’s father, Gene Russell, is deceased. 

Erik loved music, playing the guitar, drawing, fishing, camping and spending time with family and friends. 

We love you, Erik. You will always be in our hearts.

Please join Erik's family for a gathering to remember his life Friday, April 25, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the English Funeral Chapel in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Visit Erik's memorial and sign his online guestbook at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.