She was a homemaker and attended Monticello Baptist Temple. Erica loved to read, paint and draw along with volunteering with 2nd Chance Fur Dogs. She was preceded in death by an aunt, Kristie Brennon; and her great-grandparents, Daniel ''Mitt'' Forrest and Helen Forrest.
She is survived by her husband, Steven Crook of Monticello; parents, Cody McKee (Ashley) of Monticello and Monica Forrest of Monticello; five brothers, Alex McKee, Clayton McKee, Colton McKee, Shannon Brennon and Jayden Pruitt all of Monticello; her grandparents, Ronnie and Linda King of Monticello, David Forrest of Monticello, Margaret Neeley of Pine Bluff, Wanda and Willie Brennon of Monticello, Margaret and Ted Neely of Pine Bluff and Larry Dearman of Monticello; stepmother, Angie Clavet of Hamburg; special friends, Whitney Ballard and Lulu Wild; father-in-law, Lee Rash; mother-in-law, Rebecca Pruitt of Monticello; aunts, Rene Burton, Cindy Ryan and Sonya Deal; uncle, Lee McKee; and cousins, Chelsea French, Devin Burton, Austin Hawkings, Dakota Hawkins, Jonas Forrest, Michelle Lytle, Jake Forrest, Hayley Scogins, Ashley Scogins, Hailey Brown and Bradley Deal.
Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Campground Cemetery. There will be a visitation Friday evening from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. You can sign Erica's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(15)
Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Saturday, April 15, 2023 My heart aches for your loss. Erica was such a sweet young lady and she was truly loved. It is so sad she's been so ill, she is now with God and at peace. My Whitney is so hurt loosing her best friend for the past 17 years. Please know I have such empathy for you, Monica and family. May God surround you with his loving arms to give you comfort at this sad time. Blessings! JaniceAmanda Crook/Rowland
Monticello, AR Friday, April 14, 2023 Steven, we all love you and still praying, she was a very caring and understanding person and always tried to get along with everyone, she will be greatly missed, and no matter what hour we are here for you bro.Donna Lytle
Monticello, AR Friday, April 14, 2023 I am so sorry for your loss. To family of Erica. This is so very sad. I will be praying for you all.Sincerely,
Donna
Mallory Forrest
Warren, AR Friday, April 14, 2023 Love and prayers to entire family and friends. ❤️Michael Roque
Dallas, TX Friday, April 14, 2023 My Dearest cousin , Sending you my strongest hugs thoughts and prayers 🕊️ May god be with you and guide you this difficult loss! Love you lotsJanice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, April 14, 2023 You are all in my prayers! God has taken a precious dear girl who was a dear long time family friend and especially to my darling Whitney. May God give you comfort. I know your pain.Amy Petway
Gainesville, TX Friday, April 14, 2023 Prayers for this family I love so very much. Erica was the most courageous person I’ve ever known and will never be forgotten. I have no doubts God has a special job for her in heaven. All my love, AmyAndy Hurst
Roland, AR Friday, April 14, 2023 Monica I'm so sorry. She was a fighter but God takes the best and he needed her because she was .. I lost a child I know how you feel and if I can do anything .let me know please.. I love you and many prayers continued..SaeJen Freeman
, AR Friday, April 14, 2023 Oh Monica I’m so sorry to hear this! I can’t imagine what you and you’re family are going through! My deepest condolences.Lisa Forrest
Gardners, PA Thursday, April 13, 2023 Monica i am so sorry. Erica fought so hard. I have y'all in my thoughts and Prayers.Candice Sansone
Bartlett, IL Thursday, April 13, 2023 I want to send my deepest condolences to Steven, Monica and Cody; along with everyone who loved and knew Erica so much.She is a beautiful soul whose bright light will always shine brightly as she made the world a much more beautiful, positive place.
I’m going to miss her sweetness and friendship.
Many blessings and much love,
Candice
Jessica Dodson
Monticello, AR Thursday, April 13, 2023 Prayers For The Family & Friends Of Erica & Steven. 🙏🏼🕊️ Sending My Dearest Condolences! God Has A Sweet Angel In His Hands 🌷Teresa Hill
Dumas, AR Thursday, April 13, 2023 Jimmy and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Unfortunately, we know your pain all too well. Please know that your family are in our thoughts and prayers.Nellie white
MONTICELLO, AR Thursday, April 13, 2023 Sending my condolences, keeping y'all in my prayers 🙏ladonna dodson
monticello, AR Thursday, April 13, 2023 Monica and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss an just know you have my prayers during this difficult time may God be with you and your family!