In loving memory of

Erik VanNeslund Ekenes
October 10, 1960 - March 5, 2011

Erik V. Ekenes passed away on March 5th, 2011. He was born on October 10, 1960 in Vancouver, B.C., and then moved to the Woodinville area with his family at age 3. He graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Scandinavian Studies. Erik was very active in the Sons of Norway and served as President of the Bothell lodge and Vice President Treasurer for District 2. Erik is survived by his children Kari and Kristoffer Frisch-Ekenes. He is also survived by three sisters, Aase Sjurso, Johanne Donnestad Hauge, and April Featherston, and brothers Martin Ekenes and Rolf Ekenes.

Tributes

Terry R Taylor wrote on Mar 13, 2011:

"So sorry to hear of Erik's passing and my thoughts and prayer's go to Kari and Kris and family members. Enjoyed working with Erik over our time together at Sons of Norway as we let our imagination go to work for youth activities. May he be at peace now and we meet another time."

Einar Ekness wrote on Mar 11, 2011:

"Sincere Sympathy in your loss. He may be a distant cousin. For sure we are all norwegian. God Bless! Einar Ekness"

Fergus Prestbye wrote on Mar 11, 2011:

"Erik and I had several wonderful years interacting through Sons of Norway. Blessed be his memory."

Linda wrote on Mar 11, 2011:

"My thought and prayers go out to Eriks family and friends at this sorrowful time. God bless you all knowing that Erik is at peace now. SO sorry for your loss"