Slain Couple to be Memorialized in Upcoming Events

Though shaken by news two weeks ago of a  involving a beloved local couple, the Plateau community is planning several memorials over the next week to remember both Amy and Zachary Erwin.

There will be a memorial service for at Bonney Lake High School tomorrow, Saturday, June 11 beginning at 1 p.m., according to a message from Beth Dykman, principal of Victor Falls Elementary School in Bonney Lake, where Amy was a teacher.

Victor Falls also has plans to create a special garden in honor of Amy, said Dykman in her message to parents. Those who are interested in donating funds to support the construction of this memorial are asked to contact the school's PTO President Saunsu Henderson.

On Friday, June 17, a memorial service will take place for at Enumclaw Middle School beginning at 5 p.m. Weeks' Funeral Homes has more information about this service as well as a guestbook for those offering condolences. 

And on Saturday, June 18, friends of Amy Erwin are planning a at Mount Peak in Enumclaw. Those who would like to attend are asked to meet at the bottom of Mount Peak at 9 a.m. to hike with the group -- or meet at the top at 10 a.m. for a brief service.

The couple leave behind two children, and the family has set up a memorial fund for them. Donations will be accepted by mail to the Washington State Employee Credit Union, P.O. Box WSECU, Olympia  WA 98507. Checks must be made out to: Carson & Tatum Erwin Memorial Fund.  Donations may also be made at any Washington State Employee Credit Union Office. (Visit http://wsecu.locatorsearch.com/Default.aspx to find a location nearby.)