Erik Nathan Friend, 31

HARBESON - Erik Nathan Friend of Harbeson died suddenly Saturday, Nov. 17, 2007, as a result of a car accident. He was 31.

He was born March 30, 1976, in Everson, Wash., son of Cecil R. and Barbara (Zydanowicz) Friend of Boynton Beach, Fla.

Erik was a graduate of Sussex Central High School in 1993.

He worked as a heavy equipment operator in the field of directional drilling.

Erik loved his work, as it took him all over the world.

He was an avid outdoorsman and a loyal friend to many in Delaware and Florida.

He had recently moved back to Delaware from Florida.

Erik was loved by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, he leaves behind two sisters, Sonja Friend Uhl and Jessica Friend; his niece, Brianna Uhl, all of West Palm Beach, Fla.; and many friends.

He will be greatly missed by all.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, where friends may call one hour prior to the service.

Interment will be private.

Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Salvation Army, 525 N. Front Street, Georgetown, DE 19947.