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Erik J. Kaplan

Erik J. Kaplan obituary, Chicopee, MA

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Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home

2049 Northampton Street

Holyoke, Massachusetts

Erik Kaplan Obituary

Erik J. Kaplan, age 53, of Chicopee, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2022. Erik was born in Holyoke, son of Anne Marie (Guay) Kaplan and the late Andrew Kaplan, and was educated in Chicopee schools. He received a Certificate from Porter & Chester Institute and was a Correctional Officer in the Connecticut prison system. An avid fisherman, Erik was a Board of Directors member for The Bass Federation, and was an Eagle Scout. He was a passionate and accomplished photographer. Erik is survived by his loving family: his wife, Rachael (Bronner) Kaplan; two daughters: Rylee Kaplan, Crystol Pelletier of Chicopee; mother, Anne Marie (Guay) Kaplan of Chicopee; a granddaughter Ruby; brother, Joseph R. Leger and his wife Angela of VA; two sisters, Joanne Bligh of South Hadley and Susan Moriarty of Holyoke; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Erik was predeceased by his father, Andrew Kaplan, in 2017. A funeral Mass for Erik will take place on Saturday January 29 at 10:00am in Saint Anne Church, 30 College Street, Chicopee. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are Friday January 28 from 4:00 to 7:00pm in the Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home, 2049 Northampton Street, Holyoke. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in memory of Erik to Mutt Rescue Inc., 102 Grove Street, Chicopee, MA 01020 or to The Mass General Cancer Center at Cooley Dickinson Hospital, PO Box 329, Northampton, MA 01061

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Published by The Republican from Jan. 20 to Jan. 21, 2022.

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Bill and Trish Decoteau

January 21, 2024

Just yesterday my wife Trish and I were talking about Eric and his outstanding work as a photographer. His ability to capture the most tacky sharp moments, especially of Rylee as was swimming during competition. Have been etched with my memory and like Eric, will never be forgotten. May your special memories of Eric fill your Hearts, knowing how Blessed we have been to shared them with Eric. God Bless my Friends, Bill and Trish Decoteau.

Dale Ouellette

January 31, 2022

Erik and I used to chat often about his AMC Javelin that he loved so much...I lived across the street and I had a dodge challenger so we had cars in common. He was always super cool to talk to...my condolences to the family and to his mom. Lots of pleasant memories from Mountain View St.

Bill Tyler

January 27, 2022

My heartfelt condolences to all of you. Rachael, you and Erik were always so pleasant and supportive every time I saw you poolside with with Rylee. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Maria Sullivan

January 25, 2022

Rachael and family,

Words can't express how very sorry I am for your loss. He sounded like a wonderful person and I'm sure his passing has left a hole in your hearts. Think of your dearest memories often and hopefully they will slowly fill the hole and help you get through your grief.

My condolences,
Maria Sullivan

Bill and Trish Decoteau

January 24, 2022

It is with heavy hearts we offer our Prayers and Condolences to all of Eric´s family. Rachael, Rylee and Anne it was through Eric´s friendship we grew to know and Love all of you. May Our Lord´s Comforter ease your sadness, dry your compassionate tears and frame your memories knowing Eric indeed fought a good fight and now no longer suffers. God Bless.

Cecile Counter

January 23, 2022

AnnMarie!!
Our deepest sympathy!!!!

Barbara & Jim Raschilla

January 22, 2022

My son Tony went to school with Erik and they became good friends. I knew Erik to be a fine young man and I liked to tease him. Sorry for his loss to family and friends and we, the Raschilla Family, were fortunate to know him to be a good friend to our son Tony.
Take care,

Barbara and Jim Raschilla

Michael Caron

January 22, 2022

I know that there is nothing I can say right now that would ease your pain even the slightest. All I can offer you is this simple reminder to hold onto the memories. Erik may be gone, but the memories of him will last forever.
My sincere condolences to you and your family. I will miss my friend.
Sorry for your loss,
Michael

Michelle Greenwood-Foley

January 21, 2022

My sincere condolences to The Kaplan family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Former classmate of Erik´s.

Gail Watson

January 21, 2022

My sympathy to Anne and the Kaplan family.

Pete Nadeau

January 21, 2022

So sorry for your loss

Debi Miller

January 20, 2022

Chrystal,Ruby and the rest of the Kaplan family.My heart aches for you all .My sincere condolences.

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4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home

2049 Northampton Street, Holyoke, MA 01040

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Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Anne's Church

30 College Street, Chicopee, MA 01020

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