Erika Maria Gertz's Obituary
Erika Maria Gertz, age 45, of Douglasville passed away December 9, 2021 surrounded by her family. Erika was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, aunt, and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Erika is survived by her husband of 13 years, Leo Gertz; parents, Jose and Francisca Zapata; children, Gissell Turcios and Allan Gertz, both of Douglasville; siblings, Miguel Zapata of Austell and Tomasa Zapata of Douglasville; nieces and nephews, Allison Zapata, Emmanuel Padilla, Jose Carlos Zapata, and Jose Miguel Zapata; and many beloved extended family members and friends.
A memorial service honoring Erika’s life will be held Saturday, December 18, 3:00 PM at Davis-Struempf Funeral Home Chapel.
The family will receive friends on Friday, December 17, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.
For anyone wishing to view the service virtually, a livestream link will be available at the service time on Erika’s Tribute page at www.davisstruempf.com
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