Erin Rochelle Markley

Dearest friends and family,

It is with profound sadness that I share the news of Erin Rochelle Markley's passing on March 3rd, 2025, at her home in Kansas City, Missouri. Erin, born February 1st, 1982, in Independence, Missouri, left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Her bright spirit and unwavering generosity will be deeply missed.

Erin's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of intelligence, compassion, and an entrepreneurial spirit that blossomed from a young age. She possessed a remarkable ability to connect with people, a talent that manifested itself in her impressive salesmanship. From selling pickles to fund her exchange program in Belgium to Girl Scout cookie sales records – donating the extra proceeds to ensure other girls could attend camp – Erin consistently exceeded expectations, demonstrating her selflessness and dedication to helping others. Her fluency in French, achieved by the first grade, was a testament to her natural aptitude and insatiable curiosity. That semester spent studying abroad in Belgium enriched her already expansive worldview.

Beyond her achievements, Erin’s true legacy lies in the impact she had on the lives of those around her. She was a force of nature, a light that brightened even the darkest corners. She had a unique ability to make everyone feel seen, heard, and valued. She leaves behind a loving family: her daughter Carter Nevaeh Sanders, her mother Cathi Markley, father Garry Markley and Susan, her brothers Billy Garrett, Chris Dover, and Joy Harrison, her sister, her maternal grandparents Wally and Sheila Hammond, and her beloved fur babies, John Gotti and Marilyn Monroe. She was also cherished by numerous aunts, uncles,cousins and a vast network of friends.

Erin was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, James Dennis, and paternal grandmother, Geraldine Markley.

We will celebrate Erin's life and memory at a memorial service on Friday, April 4th, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Church of Faith International, 7918 Harris Ave, Raytown, Missouri. Pastor Anthony Andrews will officiate. A reception with lunch will follow for those wishing to attend.

As we gather to remember Erin, let us embrace the joy and kindness she so freely shared, and let her memory serve as an inspiration to live our lives with purpose, compassion, and unwavering belief in the power of human connection. Dance with the angels, Erin. You will be eternally loved and deeply missed.

EXODUS 2320 behold, I send an angel before you to protect you on the way and to bring you to the place that I have prepared