Erick Ivan Flores Obituary in Fremont at Fremont Chapel Of The Roses

Erick Ivan Flores

1/19/1958 - 2/12/2017

Obituary For Erick Ivan Flores

Born on January 19th, 1958 in Guatemala, and entered into rest on February 12th, 2017 in Fremont, California at the age of 59. Survived by his father Arturo Flores; brothers: Edgar Flores, Sergio Flores, and Lester Flores; and his best friend Roger Grunwald. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his mother Bertha Flores, and his friend Dave Burson.

Erick was a loyal, understanding and generous friend to all those who were fortunate enough to know and spend time with him – family, friends and co-workers included. He was a dedicated and proud employee of 32 years at Lockheed Missiles and Space (later Lockheed Martin) and frequently spoke of the various missiles, satellites and Airborne Laser Boeing 747 projects he worked on as a Test Technician and Sr. Systems Engineer. Erick received his Associate of Electronic Engineering Technology from Heald Institute of Technology and also attended San Jose State University for several years working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, while working at Lockheed. He was known to be free with his valued and sage advice for his friends and family, and was always interested in doing what he could to teach and help others, particularly nephew Lester, a virtual son to Erick. He had constant companions in the various dogs that he loved very much, to include German Shepherds Shana, Jordan, and Drago, and his most recent rescued Australian Cattle Dog mix, Sage. Erick spoke frequently and lovingly of his parents, brothers, Nephew and extended family, and of his home country of Guatemala. He also was the “go-to” resource for information about San Francisco, as he worked as a tour guide for a number of years when he lived in and near The City. Erick was a founding member of the Fremont Militia (a “Volunteer Organization” comprised of a group of close friends mostly from Fremont). This close brotherhood would do ANYTHING for each other when asked and without question, and worked on various projects at one another’s homes, enjoyed “garage sits” (drinking beers and cracking jokes), gun shows, car shows, art and wine festivals, and engaged in a number of other fun and sometimes relatively dangerous and mildly “illegal” activities, most of which were associated with annual camping trips at Stumpy Meadows in the Sierra Nevada Foothills. Erick’s Militia name was “Gerardo,” given to him by good friend Dan (“Big Dan the Missile Man”) and uttered often by fellow FMers Jim (“Gumbo”), Roger (“Dewrag”), Jeff (“Tribal Elder”), Mark (“Sombrero Boy”) and Dave (“Aqua Dave”). The Fremont Militia’s Motto was “Solving the World’s Problems, One Beer at a Time,” and Erick was certainly a critical component in solving EVERY problem the Militia tackled. Erick will be missed by all of those who knew and loved him. R.I.P., Gerardo… R.I.P.

Private services are being held.

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Fremont Chapel of the Roses

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Susan Pollmeyer Negrin

Lit a candle in memory of Erick Ivan Flores
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Lester Flores

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Lester Flores

Miss you so much...
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Susan Pollmeyer Negrin

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Les Flores

Back row: Les, Loty, Tio Beto, Tita and Arturo Front row: Erick, Ada, Roberto and Leslie Background church is in Esquipulas, Guatemala
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roberto Paz

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Les Flores

My brother Erick. The nicest guy ever. A man of character, integrity and loyalty. A man that would give you his shirt of his back if he saw that you needed it. No questions asked, and expecting nothing in return. A son that loved Mom and Dad. A brother that was a joy be around. Quiet, but all knowing. You had that infectious laugh that you shared with mom. I know you are in a better place and most of all, you are now in company of Mom. You guys can chat forever. I know you are looking after us. I already saw signs of it. I didn't say it much, but you know that I love you and I miss you so much. Queque 😉
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Theresa

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heidi

We are deeply saddened by the news about Erick. What a great guy. He came to many of RJ's gigs and we will miss him. Love to the entire family from Heidi & RJ Mischo
10/01/2021

Susan Pollmeyer Negrin

The most kind and gentle man I've known. Erick, you were a good friend, with a big heart, and a loving soul. You touched my life and I will miss you. Much love to you! <3 Susan
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Katie Cervone

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Katie Cervone

Erick was always part of the Smith Family. We shared many joyful times together. I will miss his warm hugs and laughter the most. He always accepted everyone.
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Fremont Chapel of the Roses

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