After a lengthy battle with cancer Erin passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on December 21, 2017 at the age of 38. Survived by her loving mother Christina Pare and father Richard Pare. Dear sister of Bryan (Christina) Pare. Beloved aunt of Sophia. Cherished niece of Sharon and Garry Hodgins and God Daughter of Denise and Robert Shepley who will all miss their weekly visits with Erin. Also survived by her aunts and uncles Lisa Bourque and Mike and Cheryl Pare and many cousins. Special thanks to her devoted friend and co-worker, Alice, who was there for her in every way. Another thank you to Dr. Aoun, nurse Connie and her social worker Cheryl for their kindness and laughter. Thank you to nurse Mitzell for always looking out for Erin’s best interests. Erin loved her job as a medical lab assistant at Medical Laboratories of Windsor. Visitation will take place at Walter D. Kelly Life Celebration Centre (1969 Wyandotte St. E. 519-252-5711) on Saturday, December 23, 2017 from 6 - 9 p.m. with a prayer service being held at 8:30 p.m. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society.