From time to time, a “new friend’ will be selected for a “hand up” from Eric and Friends. It won’t be a hand out. We’ll look for people who are striving hard, like our first recipient, but may need just a little support. Donors are encouraged to let us know about situations. If enough funds are generated, a way to help may take place more than once a year. This site will update our on-going stories.
Last Updated: 5/18/2010
- In Memory of Mark Robeson (8/26/52- 10/22/09), Amy's father, Kent's father-in-law.
To a wonderful man.
We are honored that the Robeson Family and Susie included Eric and Friends for memorials in Mark's name.
Our son and brother, Eric Joseph Johnson,
passed away suddenly at age 28 in February,
2005. In the midst of our sorrow, we learned
an amazing fact…… Eric didn’t have any
“acquaintances”. He had FRIENDS. Many,
many friends. True friends. It seemed as if
everyone he met, even for just a moment,
was to him, a friend. We had responses
from all over the country, people we had never heard of, many of whom
started their cards…”You don’t know me, but I was Eric’s friend.” At his
service in Omaha friends came from all over the country……New York,
to L.A., Chicago to Dallas. For those of you who did not know Eric, please become a part of this project and join his circle of friends!
The day before what would have been Eric’s 29th birthday, while watching the “Oprah Show”, one story touched us. The next day we made a contact to see about the possibility of helping.
Eric’s birthday, the show, and the sharing thought all arriving together…coincidence? The result » “First New Friend”
At the same time the idea emerged for not only helping out one situation, but providing a means to continue helping others, thus keeping alive Eric’s spirit of generosity and kindness.
We want to thank Dimension Technology, Inc. for their donation of time and effort. They helped make this project possible!
A one time gift is always
appreciated and encouraged, but to allow true continuation, a more sustainable source is needed. Because the inspiration came at Eric’s birthday, we would like you to give serious thought to what you could give each year on your birthday. We are all blessed in so many ways. We’re usually given attention and gifts on our birthday. What a wonderful twist to give on your birthday to honor the spirit of sharing and caring that we all possess. » HOW TO SHARE
Our son and brother, Eric Joseph Johnson,
passed away suddenly at age 28 in February,
2005. In the midst of our sorrow, we learned
an amazing fact…… Eric didn’t have any
“acquaintances”. He had FRIENDS. Many,
many friends. True friends. It seemed as if
everyone he met, even for just a moment,
was to him, a friend. We had responses
from all over the country, people we had never heard of, many of whom
started their cards…”You don’t know me, but I was Eric’s friend.” At his
service in Omaha friends came from all over the country……New York,
to L.A., Chicago to Dallas. For those of you who did not know Eric, please become a part of this project and join his circle of friends!
