Erin Eileen (McCormack) Nihei
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Erin Eileen (McCormack) Nihei passed away peacefully on July 22, 2022 from cancer at the age of 63. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia, grew up in Edmonds, Washington and lived in the Bothell and Marysville areas. Erin graduated with a double major from Washington State University. As a young adult, she was active in the Washington State Jaycees, holding positions at the local, regional and state levels and was awarded the JCI Senatorship. Erin enjoyed a long, successful career in insurance. She loved all animals, especially cats.
Erin was preceded in death by mother Eileen Lepley; father John McCormack; and sister Kathleen Ann Carlson. She leaves behind husband, Les; step children, Kyle Nihei, Kacie Nihei, and Shaun Nihei; and four fur babies, Mia, Sophie, Liam and Annie. In addition, she is survived by brothers Pat McCormack, Tim McCormack, and Andy Lepley; close cousins Laurie Krass and Mary Ripper; plus many other loved family and friends.
Erin's infectious smile and sense of humor will be missed by all who knew her.
Services will be held at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home in Marysville on August 27, 2022 at 1:00 PM with a reception to follow. In Lieu of flowers donations to Noah Animal Shelter in Stanwood and the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.