Remembering Erin

Dear Erin, It was four years ago today, the morning after the first Women's March, that you picked me up when my life had shattered in a million pieces. In need of warmth at a time when I was hurting,

During her time at the School for Global Leaders, she was very respected by the administration, colleagues, and students. Her work ethic was unique, passionate, cared so much for the students. A few

My dear friend. I will have to search and locate my elementary school yearbooks for a picture that best captures us. Thank you for all the great memories, walks to Vassmer's (the first real place i wa

Erin, you were such an amazing woman, and we had many, many fun times! I don't even know where to begin! So I will just say that you will be sorely missed and that you have impacted so many... your le

Erin, you were my best friend. We celebrated life's highs together. You carried me when I could not walk. Until we embrace again in the next life, rest in heavenly peace my friend.

Erin Garry was a person wanted to make the world a better place, and she did for so many of the people in her life. Thoughtful and kind, she gave so much to her students, co-workers, and her friends.

I hadn't seen Erin as much over the last two years, I had kids and didn't get to socialize as much. We would keep missing each other - when I was in Hopatcong, she would be in White Lake, when I was i

Stirring coffee with a wooden spoon Soaking in the love that I squeeze into you Until you give a little shiver And the Erin-glow shines from your face I’m remembering your peeking eyes, Those scu

I had the privilege of working alongside Erin as a literacy coach, both when she was an amazingly brilliant and polished brand new teacher at Global Leaders and later when our paths crossed at August

A week ago, I received devastating news that my travel companion, Erin Garry, passed away in her sleep from a heart disease. Mortality has been on many of our minds with COVID-19, but this was no lon

Your beautiful Irish face + smile. Your adorable giggle. Your genuine love, generosity and concern for your people. Your amazing passion for your work + students. Your elegant cursive handwriting

I’m thankful for the memories and for the privilege of being your friend. Rest In Peace Erin. 💔

Erin was a light.  Whenever I’d see her and that long red hair walk into the room, I always knew it was going to be a great night.  Everything was just so much more fun when Erin was a part of it. Nob

I haven't seen Erin in Years. The occasional back and forth on Facebook kept me feeling connected but its never enough and you take it for granted that people will be there always. Erin and I shared m

I first met Erin in the early years at Play Days. We played AYSO together before she gave up soccer for running. We enjoyed weekly carpools to gymnastic. We spent years at swim lessons together and ev

I've been struggling to find the words to capture how deeply Erin has influenced me, personally and professionally. I worked with her for 4 years at Bronx Letters, but colleagues become family at our

I can’t imagine the world without Erin Garry. She has been so many people’s rock, and I am grateful she was mine during our time together at SGL. Erin was with me through thick and thin. We laughed an

I am still reeling from the news of Erin’s passing. I’ve been searching for the right word to comfort and reach out but I am at a loss. When think of Erin I immediately think of her flaming hair which

There are too many pictures, too many words and too many memories to sum up in one post. So I won't even try. But here is a sampling of even just one year of a glimpse into this amazing woman. Erin

She was a little 5th grader, eager to play violin at the Duggan School where I was teaching beginning string players. She came out of class every week with a big grin and a "Listen to THIS" for me, as