Asleep in Jesus at the age of 41 on Sunday, March 3, 2024.
Beloved daughter of Gary (Vivienne) Bess and the late Laura Bess (nee Agnew); dearest mother of Gavin and Gabe Bockhoff; dear sister of Mary Beth (Greg) King and Mark Agnew. Our dear niece, cousin and friend to many.
Memorial visitation at Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Rd. 63123 on Thursday, March 7 from 4:00 pm. until Memorial Service time at 6:00 pm. In lieu of flowers contributions to St. Louis PAL or Backstoppers appreciated.
My prayers & condolences to the Bess Family for the loss but heavens gain for Sis Erica,such a beautiful soul that was a blessing to me !! 🌹🙏
AgapeLove ✝️ Pastor Cedric Halbert
Sending prayers and hugs to all of the family.
I am so very sorry to hear this. May the comfort and peace of our Lord be with her family and friends
Gary and Viv
We understand the pain of losing such a beautiful, wonderful Daughter! Our Family offer prayers for Erica to enter Heaven and live eternally with God our Father🙏
Bob and Polly Lenzen
I wish I could make the visitation but I don’t have appropriate clothes so I’ll be there in spirit and make a donation to backstoppers
So sorry for your loss, what a lovely lady I enjoyed working with her for
many years. A shining star put out to soon, rest in peace Erica.
Such a beautiful spirit. Always greeted me with a warm smile. So sorry to hear this.
Condolences and prayers to you and your family Gary.
Gary and Viv, Patie and I are so sorry to hear this. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers.
Such a loss of someone so young. I hope she can rest peacefully in heaven . She will be missed.
She is in my prayers and the family
“I know there are no words that can ease your pain. “Thinking of you during this difficult time.”
“Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time.
So sorry for you loss.
The family is in my prayers. It is such a loss at a young age. She can now rest in peace with our heavenly father. You will be missed.
So very sorry for your loss, Gary and Laura.
Sincerely,
Sally Walters Byron
A wonderful friend and adopted family member. You will be missed by many. Prayers for your children and the rest of your family. Rest in peace dear Erica.
Gary and Viv – Bob and I send you our most heartfelt condolences on your loss. Prayers and hugs to you for strength and peace. May your memories be a blessing.
Our Love, Prayers, Sympathy are with you and your family at this time. May God’s comfort continue to enfold you!
Sending so much love and comfort to the Bockhoff family. Erica was an amazing mother to work with helping Gabe together as a team. She was one of those parents who you will always remember as a teacher, since she was always so involved, responsive, and in constant communication with. Thinking of the sweet Bockhoff boys that Blades Elementary already misses deeply. Love to everyone during this difficult time.
Gary and Viv, I am so sorry to learn of Erica’s passing. I hope you can take comfort in her words, “My dad is my rock. I can’t say enough good things about him. My best friend.”
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Erica. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
I’m so sorry to hear of Erica’s passing. I always enjoyed talking to her at Kennedy Recreation Center. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bess and Bockhoff Families.