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Monday
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Visitation at Funeral Home
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monday, April 26, 2021
Frank A. Patti & Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home
327 Main Street
Fort Lee, New Jersey, United States
Tuesday
27
April
Visitation at Funeral Home
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Frank A. Patti & Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home
327 Main Street
Fort Lee, New Jersey, United States
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Dara Quinn lit a candle
Monday, August 30, 2021
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I just learned of Erik's death this weekend. He was one of the nicest people I've ever met. We'd often keep in touch over Instagram, telling each other of bands and new music we liked. Sending my love from the UK to Joan, family, and friends. ♥️
Joan LeFosse Paulsen Posted Aug 31, 2021 at 2:41 PM
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Monica Ramirez posted a condolence
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Joan, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family with this immense loss. May you find solace in his loving memories. Monica Ramirez
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Adam and Hanh Voysey and family planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Sunday, May 2, 2021
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Erik, thank you for your good humored and neighborly friendship, your smile and our pleasant sidewalk chats. You will always be a special part of the Sterling Ave community. Our sincere condolences to Joan and the Paulsen Family.
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vanessa cochran planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
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Rest in peace and tranquility, Erik. You are loved and remembered always.
Vanessa Cochran
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Lucy D’Andrea planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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Joan, so sorry for your loss, Erik was a lovely man. He will not be forgotten. Our condolences to you and your family. May he Rest In Peace.
The D’Andrea family
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MaryJo Kaleda posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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Dear Joan and Wes,
We have wonderful memories of growing up with Erik on Boulder Lane.
Sending our love and sympathy,
The Kaleda’s
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Anna Maria lit a candle
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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You are in my thoughts and prayers Joan. I don't know you and your husband but I am part of your work family and mourning your great loss.
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AnnaMarie.Pellechia lit a candle
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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Truly heartbreaking to hear the news about Erik. Joan ,I remember meeting you before meeting Erik. When he came to WABC, he mentioned his wife worked around the corner (what a small world) I enjoyed our chats, quick hellos, always friendly, soft spoken, interesting conversations about Long Island etc.., always willing to give a hand. Joan My sympathy & prayers go out to you, the rest of your family, friends and to everyone who was blessed to be in Erik's presence.
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Jeff Schick posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
My condolences to Joan and your family. I met Erik at Adelphi University, we worked on a student film together. Years later we both were working at ABC Television where we were reacquainted and became friends. A quick run down to Sam Ash to look at Synthesizers, hanging on the beach with friends, having him drag me to see the film "Clerks" were some of the things I remember. Rest in peace my friend.
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Annette Kahaly & Susan Penza planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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Joan, we are so sorry for the loss of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, during this most difficult time. Please take care...❤
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Tommy Stephenson.New Smyrna beach, Florida posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
I am very fortunate to have crossed paths with Erik back in high school and especially as a former teammate on the Hicksville high school ice hockey team..our sincere condolences to the family and friends..Tommy and Jeri Stephenson..New Smyrna Beach Florida..
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jonathan wing planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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In memory of Erik Paulsen.
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Michael Santantonio uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, April 27, 2021
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Erik was one of the most unique individuals. He affected everyone he met or befriended. Hanging out was always fun and interesting. I’m glad I’ve had the pleasure of his friendship, warmth, love, interests, family, and will miss him tremendously. Peace Erik your friend in this life and the next. Michael
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John and Vera Potes planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Monday, April 26, 2021
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Dear Joan,
Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Although we did not have time to get to know Erik very closely, our encounters and conversations were always warm and caring, and it was always a pleasure running into him outside. We are here to support you during this difficult time, please reach out to us if there is anything that we could help with. John 551-306-9915 and Vera 347-935-5614
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Bryan Delaney & Catherine Eaton uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 26, 2021
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That trip to Monhegan with you, Erik. Amazing memories. One of the best times in our lives. We love you. xo/Catherine and Bryan
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Bryan Delaney & Catherine Eaton planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Monday, April 26, 2021
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We love you, Erik. You live on in us all, dear friend. And your vast spirit and generosity have held so many of us. This tree is a little symbol of that. And the next time we go to Monhegan, we'll plant one for you there, too.
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Pat Stahl posted a condolence
Monday, April 26, 2021
I will forever miss my time with Erik the last two years at WABC. We got to spend so much time together during the pandemic, being some of the few people in the building. Every week, I would look forward to catching up as we sorted through the next challenge of our lives. I loved hearing about the new music and performances he and Joan would enjoy as well as the latest exploits from his film projects each weekend.
He will be forever missed.
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Saundra P Thomas planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Monday, April 26, 2021
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Heather L Johnson uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 26, 2021
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Joan, I can’t begin to express how much you and Erik both meant to me during my time in Weehawken. All the times we shared. There was so much love there that I carry with me always. And Erik.. my pal. My riding buddy! All the adventure we had on two wheels, Saturday or Sunday afternoons. His goofy smile and constant sense of humor were so grounding and affirming. I could always count on him to put the world in a healthier perspective with his ever-present calming energy. I miss him. And I miss you.
Sending all the love in the world to you, your family, and all those fellow friends who are, too, crushed by the weight of his loss.
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Donna McCarthy Edward Cohen planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Monday, April 26, 2021
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Eric may you rest in peace.
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Edward Cohen lit a candle
Monday, April 26, 2021
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My wife Donna, and I, worked with Eric at NBC. He was one of the happiest, most fun people I've ever met . We all had great times together that I will never forget. He always had a smile and tried to make us laugh. His passing is so sad. We are deeply sorry for the entire family's loss.
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DANA WHELAN & LEE MARSHALL planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Monday, April 26, 2021
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In memory of our neighborhood's greatest gardener. Our deepest sympathies to Erik's beautiful wife Joan, and family.
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Michael Gismondi posted a condolence
Monday, April 26, 2021
I will always remember how many laughs and chats about music we shared.I have fond memories of laying down some guitar tracks for one of Erik's songs at his home built studio.Erik's talents and were endless as was his warm loving personality. Sending our heartfelt Condolences to the Paulsen family Love Doreen & Mike Gismondi
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carolann monroe planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Monday, April 26, 2021
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Sending this gift of new life through a tree, with a heavy heart and lots of love for Erik and Joan.
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Aris Dakari posted a condolence
Monday, April 26, 2021
My condolences to Erik's family & all who loved him. I will miss Erik's personality and all our chats in the office at WABC.
He always brightened up my day with our talks about music, his bikes, my winter hats that my mother has passed down to me, & always there to help whenever I need a helping hand especially in the pandemic. Truly going to miss my office buddy! Thankful to have known such a wonderful person. He was definitely one of the coolest ever!
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Dave Hewitt posted a condolence
Monday, April 26, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to Erik's family.
i was deeply saddened by this loss to the world.
Erik was one of my first connections to music in NY when i moved here to work at WABC.
His knowledge of the recording scene in NJ and live music in NY was always the source of great conversation and new experiences for us.
Always smiling, always awesome.
Our love and best wishes for his family.
i will miss him.
Dave Hewitt
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Wes Paulsen uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 26, 2021
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Wes Paulsen uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 26, 2021
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Daniel Patrick posted a condolence
Monday, April 26, 2021
We will always remember Erik's smile, laugh, and generosity. I was honored to play on one of Erik's songs. We will miss him but we will always remember his joy in life. With love, Dan and Jessica Patrick
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Don Barton posted a condolence
Monday, April 26, 2021
Hey Erik .Remember when we went to the top of World Trade Center on that beautiful fall afternoon. When you visited us in Hawaii and spoke to Nate on the flower phone and we hiked Lanikai ridge to view the “Mokes”. Went to see Hapa at the Kahala Hilton with Terri and Joan. How about the incredible view of the city lights from Weehawken or taking Terri and Cass to see the parrot flock in Jersey. You once told me of this thing called Facebook that I might find interesting. Theater,art,politics,music all your posts on FB. Thanks for the joy and richness you added to our lives. A hui ho dear friend. Don Terri Cass and Nate ❤️❤️❤️
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Julian Abio posted a condolence
Monday, April 26, 2021
Last time I saw you, a Sunday morning, I was walking to church and you were motorcycling to work. Hope there are motorcycles wherever you are.
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Kay Ponder posted a condolence
Sunday, April 25, 2021
I loved running in to Erik in the halls of ABC7. He was always ready with an interesting story, a new project he was embarking on or just taking a moment to shoot the breeze. He was a kind, wicked funny and fascinating man. We will carry him in our hearts forever!
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Michael Bucca lit a candle
Sunday, April 25, 2021
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Erik was a kind soul who was at his core a gifted artist. He and I worked together for many years at WABC and his wire work was as beautiful as a painting. Rest In Peace, Erik.
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Andrew & Natasja Martin planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Sunday, April 25, 2021
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Truly heartbroken. We could not have wished for better neighbors when we moved to Weehawken. So happy that we got the chance to call Erik a friend. He had such a positive personality, put 100% into everything he did and made us laugh. “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard” A.A. Milne
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lori schwartz lit a candle
Sunday, April 25, 2021
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Tom Christie posted a condolence
Sunday, April 25, 2021
Erik and I were friends in high school and beyond. I remember him as “EJ the DJ” (among other things). We shared our musical tastes and turned each other on to bands we hadn’t either heard of or listened to. Rest In Peace my friend, I will listen to The Royal Scam in your memory.
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Val Woods planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Sunday, April 25, 2021
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Gil Livne planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Sunday, April 25, 2021
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Heartbroken with Joan LeFosse, RIP Erik, our dearest lifelong friend. Gil and Nili, Israel.
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Sunday, April 25, 2021
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Gil Livne posted a condolence
Sunday, April 25, 2021
I share with you Joan the grief and my deepest sorrow. I am in tears since our talk this morning when you told me about this tragic news. Erik was fortunate to have you as the perfect companion for all the amazing things you two did together. He loved you so much. You still are and always be a perfect match. I met Erik 37 years ago (1984) at Adelphi library where we worked together. I was a lonely foreign student, first time in America with no friends or family, and unlike everyone else who didn't show any curiosity about my heavy accent, Erik immediately went out of his way to make me feel at home. He took me to see amazing places in Long Island, to Jazz performances and he showed his abilities to keep control while skidding his car over ice. Erik introduced me to his parents and shared with me all the things we both loved. Be it films (like Blade Runner), music (Vangelis, Cocteu Twins, Kristy Maccoll to name a few) and art (Patrick Nagel posters). He helped me with Adelphi video class assignments and later put together a recording of my resume to help me find a job in a unique way. Without Erik, my adjustment to life in America would have been so much more challenging... I always shared and appreciated his love for art, architecture, music, films, and travel. His tolerance and open-mindedness to accept every person the way he is with no prejudice - admirable. But our amazing connection never stopped even after my return to my home country. For more than 20 years, with me being on the other side of the world we stayed in touch constantly sharing our common interests. I was always happy to be exposed to his achievements in film, editing, and to hear the music albums he created. Being such a great great friend, a source of joy and inspiration I cannot begin to think of not having him next to me chatting and sharing. Erik, you did so much good in your life for everyone or anything you have touched. If there is heaven you of all people will be there. I love you so much and already miss you immensely.
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Pat Woods planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Sunday, April 25, 2021
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David Hornish posted a condolence
Sunday, April 25, 2021
Erik and I were good friends in the latter elementary and middle school grades at Trinity Lutheran in Hicksville. We ended up at different high schools and much to my eternal regret, lost touch over the years. I think he was the instigator that got me into reading MAD magazine and other such subversive literature! I found him again last year out of the blue on Facebook and reached out. We traded mesages and some texts and I eventually called him and it was like time had stood still for 45 years! I'm so glad we had a chance to talk one last time. He was a good guy and a great friend and I will miss and mourn him.
Condolences to his all family and many friends.
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Sunday, April 25, 2021
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Troy Washington planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Saturday, April 24, 2021
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Erik would call me on vacation to make sure the plants in the building were always watered. This is so fitting for Erik who loved the outdoors. I will miss you and your positive energy.
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Troy Washington posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, April 24, 2021
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I learned so much working side by side with Erik. He was a true gentleman. We talked about everything under the sun and I'll truly miss that.
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Irina & Micah Roth planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Saturday, April 24, 2021
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In memory of Erik Paulsen.
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Melissa Guerin uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, April 24, 2021
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We were neighbors for just a month or two...and Erik asked if Saylor could be in a short film he was creating locally in Weehawken. She had just turned 4 yo and had so much fun❤️ That was just the beginning. Forever grateful...
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Michelle Spadafora purchased flowers
Saturday, April 24, 2021
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Mary & Edmund Lee planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Saturday, April 24, 2021
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Heartfelt condolences to you all, on the passing of your beloved Erik.
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Saturday, April 24, 2021
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Dearest Joan,
We met Erik when he got lost in Nassau when he came for the film festival and thought our Christmas party was the cocktail reception for the festival! That night was the beginning of a very special friendship for us all! We will miss our dear friend but our memories will always remain♥️♥️♥️♥️
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Raj lit a candle
Saturday, April 24, 2021
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Janet Baletti planted a tree in memory of Erik Paulsen
Saturday, April 24, 2021
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Erik, You were a beautiful soul who's contagious smile brought good energy to all. I will always remember that as will many others.
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Saturday, April 24, 2021
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