Erika M. Briffa
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Hilton: born June 2, 1950. Passed peacefully at Strong Memorial Hospital, September 19, surrounded by her family. Erika was always a loving and caring mother to her three children, Scott ( Rachel ) Briffa, Maria ( Aaron ) Bailey and Heather Briffa; adored her grandchildren, Scotty Briffa, Blake Bailey and Ayden Bailey; her parents, Maria and John Toeper; her husband of 39 years, Frank Briffa; brothers, Ron Toeper and Eric ( Cathy ) Toeper; several nephews and nieces; special friends John and Charlene Link and family. Erika was always a hard working person, becoming at one point head chef for AVI at Kodak before finishing her career with Kodak, retiring in May of this year. Erika fought a long battle first with breast cancer and then mucosal melanoma, never giving up, never complaining. We all want to thank the doctors and their staffs for their help and compassion and a special thanks to Heather for the loving care given to her mother over several years. Erika’s visitation will be held Friday (Sept 25th) 4-7 PM at Vay-Schleich and Meeson Funeral Home, 38 East Avenue. Hilton Chapel. Her Funeral Service will be held Saturday 12 NOON at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 158 East Avenue, Hilton. Interment, Falls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations for cancer research can be made to Wilmot Cancer Center at Strong Hospital in Erika’s name. For more information or to sign Erika’s online guestbook, please visit www.MeesonFamily.com.
Heaven received a beautiful angel. I was blessed to have such a wonderfully caring and strong mother-in-law. You will be missed and loved always.
Mom, You have been the most wonderful caring Mom to all of us children. We will carry your love and spirit with us where ever we go and we will pass this on to our children. I love you Mom with all my heart and soul. I will miss you with every part of me. <3
No words can or will ever express the love I have and will always have for you. Our years together have been a blessing for me. You will always be on my mind and in my heart. Until we meet again, I love you.
I was so saddened to see Ericas passing in the paper. I now live in VA with Danielle and her husband. You all were great neighbors and friends. Danielle and I want you to know we are thinking of you. ~~Sharon and Danielle Stern
What a beautiful woman, with a beautiful heart.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all on my mind. She will be missed.
Mary Jean
Frank and Family
We have you and your family in our prayers. God Bless!
Frank we are there for you when you need us.
Chuck Hamilton and Family.
Frank and family you have been through so much. May you find peace and comfort knowing that Erika is in the loving arms of Jesus!
We will continue to pray for you all!
Chuck and Nancy Signorino
Frank it has been a long time but my prayers and thoughts are with you and the family, Erika was always a great friend and full of life.
. Stay strong
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Erika was a beautiful person with a caring heart. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time. We love you, Ingrid, Gustav and Uncle Martin.
The most heartfelt condolences go out to Frank & his family at this difficult time. God bless!
Dave Pratt & Family
Erika was such a warm and loving person. She will always be with us in our hearts. My heart breaks for us all……
To Scott, Rachel, Scotty and family – we are so sorry about your loss. May the beautiful memories you have help you through this terrible time. Katie and Douglas Borchers.