AMESBURY — On Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 the world lost one of the best things it had to offer, Miss Erica Jean Provencher.
Erica was born June 30 1979 in Newburyport, to Larry and Donna Provencher. Erica grew up with her parents in Amesbury. Erica was a graduate of the Amesbury High School, Class of 1998. After high school Erica attended NECCO College and later attended Headhunters Massage School in Ipswich, where she became certified as a massage therapist.
Erica worked for many years as a waitress as well, she loved the fast pace of a restaurant. She was most recently employed by Sylvan Street Grille in Salisbury as a waitress. Erica was also a large part of her father's business LJP & Daughter Concrete.
She worked side by side with her dad for many years installing concrete floors, patios, pool surrounds, etc. Larry could not have done it without her. Erica loved to travel and see new places and meet new people. Some of her favorite places included Lake Tahoe, Calif., Arizona, Las Vegas, the Mountains and especially her parent's camp in Stow. Maine. Erica loved anything extreme, her favorites were snowboarding, blasting around on a four-wheeler with a big smile on her face, and any amusement ride you could find. Erica loved all animals, which was something she learned from her parents at a very young age. She especially loved her dog, Kanga and her two cats, Tigger and Althea. Erica's other interests include reading, writing and a anything outdoors. Erica also had a deep respect for the Amesbury Fire Department. where her great-grandfather, grandfather, father and fiance were all firefighters.
Erica's personality was unmatched. her infectious laugh and smile could cheer anyone up. She was truly one of a kind. Erica easily made friends and then kept them forever. Erica was everybody's friend and everyone loved her. She wore her heart on her sleeve and she was selfless in all that she did, although she could be tough as nails when she wanted to be. Erica was the kindest, sweetest girl this world has ever known. Erica was beautiful on the inside and on the outside. This world was a much better place for having known her, and those who truly knew her were much better people for loving her and being loved by her. Erica you are in the arms of the angels now. There is no doubt the gates of heaven were held wide open when you walked though. Your time here was far too short but you made more of an impression in 30 years than most people make in a lifetime.You will forever live in our hearts and in our memories. You were loved so very much by all who knew you. You were the best daughter, girlfriend and friend anyone could ever hope for.
Love always, Ryan, Mom, Dad, your family, your fire department family and all your friends.
Besides her parents and fiance, she is survived by her maternal grandparents, John and Connie Babine of Seabrook, N.H.; her paternal grandparents, Jean Provencher of Hampton, N.H.. and the late Hector Provencher; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
ARRANGEMENTS: Her funeral Mass will be celebrated this Saturday, March 6 at 11 a.m. in the Holy Family Parish Church on the corner of School and Sparhawk Street in Amesbury. The celebration of her life will continue immediately following Mass with a reception at the Holy Family Parish Hall behind the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to the New Hampshire SPCA, P.O. Box 196, Stratham, N.H. 03885. Arrangements are by the E.V. Jutras & Sons Funeral Home, Amesbury.
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