Erica Marsden

If you were with us on August 9th, thank you. We planned for a full house — but nearly double the number of people we expected showed up to celebrate Erica, which says everything about how she lived and the community she built. For everyone who couldn't be there, or who wants to revisit a moment from the program, here's the video: Watch the video During the program, Chris spoke about how much it means for Lucy and Lyla to know their mom through all of your eyes — the stories, the small moments, the ways she showed up for you. If you haven't yet, we'd love for you to share a memory. Thank you to this community for how you've shown up, and for how we know you'll keep showing up — surrounding this family with love, light, and memories of Erica.

We're getting closer to celebrating Erica's beautiful life together — here are the details.

Erica Susan McNair Marsden, age 49, of Lake Elmo, MN, passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2026, following a brief illness. She was loved by many, and will be missed by all who knew her…

It is with deep sadness we share that Erica Marsden passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2026. Erica was a beloved wife to Chris, mother to Lucy and Lyla, daughter, sister, and…