Erick Lorenzo Caver
November 7, 1965 - August 24, 2008
Erick Lorenzo Caver
11/7/1965 – 8/24/2008
SOUTH JORDAN
Surrounded by his loving family and friends Erick passed peacefully Sunday morning Aug 24th. He is reunited with his beloved Grandmother Rochelle Ford and mother Sybil (Goldie) Delores Ford Caver.
Erick was born and raised in Calera, Alabama. He graduated from Calera High School and the University of Anchorage where he earned his Business Management degree. Erick also served in the Army from 1987-90 and was based in Alaska. He loved basketball and played for the Army, the University of Anchorage and internationally. He spent much of his free time playing basketball and coaching his son's basketball team. He was a greatly loved and respected coach inspiring all who knew him. Erick was also known for his generous and giving heart. He volunteered his talents to raise funds for various causes and was always helping those in need. He is survived by his loving wife Leeanne; children Erica, Alexandria, Bradley, Savanna, Isaiah and Chontell Edwards; siblings Eddie Caver Jr, Angela McLean; uncles Henry and David Ford and Ned Whitehead; aunt Henrietta (Alex) Nelms and Elizabeth Espitia.
Erick, your family and friends love you and will miss you greatly. You were a light to many. We know we will see you and your smile again.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 27th at 1:00 PM at Highland South Jordan Stake Center, 10200 South 4000 West, South Jordan, with the viewing one hour prior to services. Interment to follow at Redwood Memorial Cemetery, 6500 South Redwood Rd, West Jordan.
In Loving Memory
Leeanne and family, We are so sorry to hear of Erick's passing. You, Erick and your children hold a special place in our hearts. Your love, kindness and generosity has made a difference in our lives. Erick will always be lovingly called "Coach" by the boys. His dedication to them team on and off the court will never be forgotten. He treated them with respect and taught them self -confidence, teamwork and integrity. These are all things that they use on and off the court. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love, Dave and Patrice Emery
Dave and Patrice Emery
West Jordan, Ut
Dear Everyone in the Caver Family, I know your hearts are breaking and it is hard to make sense of this tragedy. I hope you will trust in God and the peace he offers to each of us, and the hope he gives us through his word. May he comfort you and bless you in the coming months. I am here if you need me. You know where to find me.
LeNae Peavey-Onstad
Salt Lake City, Ut
Leeanne, BJ and Family, No words can express the void in my heart for my "Coaching Buddy" and all the strategy, statistics and good times we had on and off the bench together. He is not only my dear friend, but my brother in so many ways for the times we shared enjoying our passion...basketball...together! I love him, miss him and know you too must ache as we all do for the empty spot in our lives that can never be filled, only remembered. So for all those memories and good times I shall smile and lift my eyes upward in prayers for having been his friend. Now for BJ and those who remain to carry on a legacy for what he stood for in fair play, giving 100% to not only the game but to the family and boys he loved and mentored...it is now time to take his acts of kindness, his knowledge and leadership and turn our whole focus on proving his dedication, caring words and soft spoken manner into the success he would so much want each of us have. May God Bless YOU who remain is my silent heartfelt prayer! Steve Pimper (Pimpdaddy)
Steve Pimper
South Jordan, UT
Caver Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know Erick well, but I was forever influenced by his generous nature. I was an account rep for one of his lenders and remember the first time I met him. He did not want to talk about our loan programs, but aggressively recruited me to be a part of his charity golf tournament. The work he did with these tournaments was impressive. May God bless your family. I know he will be missed by many. Jon Geertsen
Jon Geertsen
Draper, UT
Savanna and family: We are so sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. We want you to know how much we love you, and we loved him. May God bless you always. Aunt Sharene, Shilo, Andrea and Maddy..and Uncle Morris too.
sharlene Mower
Riverton, UT
I am so sorry for your loss.Erick and I played JC ball together and we shared many wonderful times together."Calera"as we affectionately called Erick was very funny and loving.He will truly be missed.May God bless you as a family as i will keep you all in my prayers. Love ,Angelo Hill
angelo hill
birmingham, al
LeeAnne and Children, It the little things that means the most when we look back. A smile, wink, joke or the three little words I Love You. Keep in mind the moments that carried the most value and give yourself a smile. Erick had a way of making you special . In time the pain will decrease but we will not forget the time Erick shared with us on earth. It is my pray that you are surrounded with the love of God. Love, Uncle Henry
Henry Ford
Birmingham, Al