Erika Lynn Arsnoe-Rouse

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving Erika Lynn Arsnoe-Rouse on February 20, 2025. Erika was born on November 11, 1996, in Traverse City, MI at Munson Hospital to Ryan and Michelle Arsnoe. Ryan came into Erika’s life in 2004. As the years went by, Ryan, Michelle and Erika discussed Ryan adopting her. On May 2, 2017, Ryan was blessed to call Erika a daughter of his own. Erika graduated from Kalkaska High School in 2015 and pursued her career in elderly home care. She also owned a cleaning business with her best friend Joselyn Krawczyk. Erika married the love of her life, Justin Douglas Rouse on July 24, 2020, at the Kalkaska Courthouse. She also leaves behind her son, Nathan Warren Rouse, 4 years old which she absolutely adored and was the center of her life. She also leaves behind two sisters and a brother. Brendan, Cameron and Kennedy Arsnoe. She loved her nieces and nephews, Levi, Milena, Amilia, and Adrian. Her grandparents Terry & Cindy Arsnoe, Sandra Choate and David & Madalynne Thompson. Her uncles and aunts, Diane Wright, Scott & Jen Choate, Chris & Joanna Thompson, Lauren & Tony Budreau, Nick & Lindsay Arsnoe and Angie & Joe Gaylord. Erika is also survived by her beloved cousin Jordan who was more like a sister and a source of unwavering support throughout their lives. She will be mourned by many loving family and close friends. Erika’s mother-in-law and father-in-law Marci & John Kennedy. Brothers-in law Michael & Jackie Hansen, Nicholas Rouse, Devon & Jazmyn Kennedy and Cody Kennedy. Sister in laws Kelli & Jonothan Smith and Suzi & Jonathan Flanigan. Erika had the privilege of being the godmother of Joslyn Krawczyk’s children, Bryce, Westin, Morgan and Maverick. She was predeceased by grandfather Thomas Choate, aunt Christy and cousins Ryan Choate and Zach Jenkins. Let’s celebrate how her life touched others. When she walked into a room, she filled it with brightness and laughter. Erika was a beautiful, smart and an amazing person who would do anything for the people she loved. Her smile was one that you would remember. If you were down, she would pick you up - and that’s just the type of person she was. She adored children and could not wait to be a mom herself. She took excellent care of the ones she loved, often putting them first before herself. She was the kind of friend who would drop anything to be with you in a heartbeat no matter the circumstances, and she knew exactly how to put a smile on your face. Erika holds a special place in the hearts of many people, and she will forever be greatly loved and missed by so many. The family will be celebrating Erika’s life privately. Memorial contributions in her honor may be made for her son Nathan to support him in his future, please make checks payable to Justin Rouse. The family is being served by Kalkaska Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Erika Lynn Arsnoe-Rouse

November 11, 1996 - February 20, 2025