Paul and Patricia Hutchinson
It was such a gift for both of us to be friends with Erika and Jack since we were teenagers. Among many other occasions, we spent perhaps 50 New Years celebrations with them. We learned about really good food and intense dinner table conversations.
In the same way that she was passionate in her cold-water swimming, hiking and tennis, Erika took on focused intellectual pursuits.
She was motivated, vigorous and enthusiastic in her study of literature, philosophy and psychology. She was authentic in her reflection and thought.
Erika always had deep loyalty and love for her children and her grandchildren, her brother and her parents. With Kate and Peter the connection and respect was profound and went both ways. A great deal of thought and effort from Peter and Margaret and Kate allowed Erika to continue to be herself even as she had great age. Erika was always interested and accepting. She seemed to enjoy many people and made quality friendships.
Jack and Erica as a couple, were good travelling companions for each other. In later years. Jack's conversation was peppered by "Rik says..." They had a lot of life experience, without a lot of drama. Jack"s love of poetry, novels and ideas was exceptional, uncommon. For those who were receptive, his teaching was life-changing.
Erika, Peter, Margaret, Kate and Hamish allowed us to be part of this exceptional family circle. Thank You!
