Help for Erik Stafford's Family

The Search industry lost one of its most jovial, creative, hilarious and heartfelt individuals this week.

Erik Stafford was a force of nature. He never hid his love and devotion to Wendy and their kids. He made all of us laugh on Facebook, and sometimes think about things we maybe wouldn't have otherwise. His creativity frequently astounded many of us, who stood in awe of his ability to put words and visuals to abstract ideas.

He was a devoted friend who would give you the shirt off his back, make you laugh when you needed it most, and listen when you just needed to be heard.

Erik is a person where the absence will be felt, either by his hearty laugh no longer being at a dinner table, or his one-line quips in conversation.

Thank you Erik, for your years of friendship and laughter to all of us. We will all miss you so much, and will do anything we can for Wendy and the kids, who were kind enough to share you.