Erin Donalson
Erin Caroline Donalson, 22, of Silsbee, died Saturday, May 12, 2018. She was born on May 3, 1996, in Beaumont, to Alyson Derkits Donalson and Drew Donalson.
Survivors include her parents, Alyson and Drew Donalson; siblings, Lauren Donalson of Boston, Massachusetts, Blair Donalson of Krum, and Heath Donalson of Houston; grandparents, Bonnie and John Derkits of Jasper; aunts and uncles, Gretchen Woodard and her husband, Bobby, of Silsbee; Janna Cormier and her husband, James, of Austin; Cecilia Allen and her husband, Brad, of Martindale; James Derkits and his wife, Laura, of Port Aransas; and Sheila Gralino and her husband, B.J., of Fort Worth; cousin, Alex Donalson and his wife, Rachel, of Lumberton; and numerous other cousins. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Carolyn and J.D. Donalson; uncle, Jerry Donalson; and cousin, Beatrice Cormier.
Erin was a 2014 honor graduate of Silsbee High School where she was active in school drama productions, soccer, volleyball, and UIL competitions. She then attended Texas A&M University where she loved her sorority, Alpha Chi Omega and Fightin’ Texas Aggie football. Erin transferred to Texas A&M Corpus Christi’s wildlife and fisheries program, which allowed her to pursue her passions for saltwater fishing, paddle boarding, and playing with her dog, Lucy.
A gathering of Erin’s family and friends will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee. Her memorial service will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 17, 2018, at First United Methodist Church, 670 North 5th Street, Silsbee. Her committal was held at Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that Erin be commemorated via donations to either of the options below:
The Erin Caroline Donalson Memorial Endowed Scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to a wildlife and fisheries major at Texas A&M Corpus Christi in celebration of Erin’s passion for her school and the outdoors. Donations may be made at the following link; please be sure to notate the scholarship name: https://giving.tamucc.edu Camp Allen Summer Camp. Donations made here will support the ministry at a camp Erin loved dearly. Donations may be made at the following link; please mark your donation as a tribute gift in Erin Donalson’s memory: https://form.jotform.com/CampAllen/donations
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Broussard's Crematorium
Broussard's Crematorium
- 5150 stivers street beaumont tx 77705
- 670 north 5th street silsbee tx 77656
- 05/17/2018
- 2:00 pm
Broussard's Mortuary - Silsbee, TX
Broussard's Mortuary - Silsbee, TX
- 490 cemetery road silsbee tx 77656
- 05/16/2018
- 9:06 am
Broussard's Mortuary - Silsbee, TX
Broussard's Mortuary - Silsbee, TX
- 490 cemetery road silsbee tx 77656
Comments
Mary Ann and Ronald Renz
We would like to offer our sincerest condolences to Alyson and Drew Donaldson and all the family. We will keep you all in our prayers at this time of great grief for your precious and beautiful daughter. Our hearts are indeed heavy for you all. Just remember you will see her again someday.
Sam Roach
Drew and Family, Our deepest condolences to you and all your Family for your tragic loss. Our prayers go out to you. Sam Roach Family
Sam Roach
Drew and Family, We are saddened to learn of your loss. Our Prayers are with you and Family.
Tab Ferguson
Drew, Alyson and family, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Keep Erin's memories close to your heart and she will be with you always. Sincerely, Tab
ANDY DENTREMONT
Drew, I am so sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace in this time of sorrow. Joi & Andy
Jill Short
Evie and I are so terribly sorry for your loss. All we ever knew about Erin was light and joy. We know that came from you and Drew. We love your family and have been praying for you. Just know you are loved by many and prayers are being lifted to the thrown room for comfort and peace.
Bob and Lola Burgess, Oak Island, North Carolina
Drew & Alyson & Family,.......... Our hearts are heavy with sadness and grief in your loss. Please know that you are and will be in our thoughts and prayers for a long, long time. Our love. Lola & Bob Burgess, Oak Island, North Carolina
Larry Clayton
Drew . Alyson and family, Words can’t never take away the sadness and pain you all are going threw . My you be granted the strength and courage in the days ahead. to move forward with the happy thoughts and memories that you shared with your beloved Erin. She will always be in your heart. You are in my prays in the days ahead. The Clayton Family
Wyndi and Mical padgett
You all are in our prayers. You are not alone. Unfortunately! Our son Blain just passed away march 2. He and my daughter Kenedy were friends with Erin. I'm so sorry for your loss. This pain is unbearable but you are not alone. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Karen Kiesling
I am so sorry for your loss, I have been praying for your beautiful family.
Pete and Kenni Landgraf
Our hearts are saddened by your loss. In times of great pain, words seem so completely useless but know that God will rest her soul and help yours heal... Kenni and Pete
Meagan Lacey
Drew, Mrs. Donalson, Heath and donalson family. I'm so sorry to hear about Erin. She was the most sweetest, kindest young lady. Prayers for you all during this difficult time and they days to come. Sincerely Meagan Lacey
Edward Garrod
Drew, I am so very sorry for your loss and I Pray for Peace to be with you and yours!
Rhonda Skillern
Dear Drew and family, I'm sending my deepest condolences. You have been in my thoughts, and I hope that you find some comfort knowing that your friends from the old days care about you. I'm so sorry for the loss of your daughter.
NL
My sincere condolences to the family at this difficult time. May you all seek God for comfort, peace, strength and support (2 Cor 1:3).