Erika Louise (Kay) Polk was born on December 29, 1966, in Sherman, Texas. She moved to Mansfield, Ohio at a young age where she was reared by her mother, Jarvis Polk Marsh, and her step-father, Eddie Marsh. Erika was a 1985 graduate of Malabar High School, and a graduate of Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, where she majored in chemical engineering. After graduation, Erika worked in the Mansfield public schools coaching track and field and basketball, and tutoring many students in math, sciences, and other subjects. Prior to moving to Mansfield, Ohio, Erika was a member of the Friendly Church of God in Christ, Sherman, TX. In the city of Mansfield, Erika was faithful and active in her church, The Oasis of Love Church of God in Christ, where she was a member of the trustee board, taught Sunday School, and worked in the children’s church. Erika also served as a Finance Officer for the Ohio North First Jurisdiction, Bishop Edward T. Cook, Prelate.
Erika leaves to cherish her memory, her mother, Jarvis Polk Marsh of Mansfield, Ohio; Brothers, Elder Gerald Polk (Joetta) of Mansfield, and David Polk (Angela) of Sherman, Texas; Sister, Iris Medrano of Sherman; Nieces, Lashana Steele and Sylvia Hopson; Nephews, Dantreyus Hopson and Nieman Hughley. Among the loved ones who mourn her passing are uncles and aunts: Barbara Howard, James Polk, Mary Johnson, Carl Polk, Ben Polk, Jimmy Polk, Lavora Spencer, Leonard Polk, Terry Polk, Cheryl Polk, and Yana Bullard. Erika is also survived by numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation for Erika L. Polk will be held at 10 a.m. on March 4, 2022, at The Oasis of Love Church of God in Christ, 190 Chester Ave. Mansfield, Ohio. The Homegoing Celebration for Erika will follow at 11 a.m. Eulogist will be Elder Gerald Polk.
Interment at Mansfield Cemetery.
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To the family of Erika Polk,
I am sorry for your loss. I remember Erika as a young girl and I also worked with her in Mansfield City School. She was a very loving and kind person. I will continue to keep the family in prayer. I pray that God will give you the strength you need Jarvis. I love you and your family.
May God Bless you
I played with Erika in high school basketball. My mom coached and I always secretly wished she didn’t get into foul trouble because I would have to sub in. She was such a kind and gentle person. She will be missed.
To the Polk family I’m praying for you all I love you all may God continue to bless and comfort you doing this time
Praying for the Family. She was a very pleasant and kind person. May God strengthen you.
Sending my love and prayers to the Polk Family.
Our deepest condolences to you in the loss of dear Erika. Please know that we are praying for God’s comfort and strength during this time.
Such a beautiful person rest in peace and an paradise go e to soon
Praying for the Family.
Extending heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family. We pray all your precious memories will help to lighten your hearts in the days to come.
Rosie Jean, Elaine, Burke Jr, Clarence and Carmen
Our sincere condolences to the family of Erika Polk. She was a wonderful and kind person with a great personality. I have fond memories of her at Greater St. John COGIC.
Elke D. Alexander & Family
Praying for the family. RIP Kay!!!
My Deepest sympathy to your family. Erika was a lovely person. So much memories . Praying for your family.
Rick and Deborah Butts
Our dear sister Kaye was such a special person she kept things real and we loved her for that.
Family we are praying for you all. We will meet her again in heaven.
Love Rick and Deb Butts
Always will remember her wonderful smile and beautiful demeanor. We will keep the family in our prayers, and always will keep Erika in our hearts. Love you to life always
Sincere condolences to the Polk and Marsh families. May you find strength from God during this time of loss. Rest in paradise Kay. You will be missed.
We will miss Kay grateful to have known her may God forever bless her Memory
Praying for your strength during this time. So many special memories of Kay ( Sister Kelly ) as I called her. Strong in her faith , she ran a awesome race. Rest in peace cousin. Always in our hearts . Love you.
Sincere condolences to the family! Rest in Heaven Kay! You lived a beautiful life!
To the family, my heart felt condolences and prayers go out to you all. Kay will truly be remembered for her love of the Lord and her great quotes of the scriptures.
I remember Mrs. Polk from school middle school. She was always a happy woman and was easily looked up to because of her happy soul. She will always be with remembered. Hay sista girl
Condolence to the Polk and
Marsh family.
Brenda Feagin & family
Jarvis
Our Condolences to You and Family.
May the Lord give You Comfort and Strength,
during this difficult time.
Prayer & Love
Barbara Simms Family
SENDING HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY’S.
What a wonderful sister in the Lord. Sorry for the family loss. Offering prayers of comfort and virtual hugs of support.
Praying for the family doing this time.
My condolences to the Polk and Marsh families. Erika was a wonderful colleague and friend and I will forever cherish her memory. Prayers of comfort for all of you.
My sincere condolences to the Polk and
Marsh families in the going home of Erika.
I’m so sorry to hear about the the loss of Erika! She was such a sweet girl in high school. She will be greatly missed! God’s blessings to her family during this difficult time ❤️
Erika Kay will be missed. I will miss her at the Family reunions putting games together and laughing at us trying to do them. Erika was a sweet person who had a beautiful smile and love for people.
Sorry to hear…. I have good memories of Erika from High School Days…. Prayers to all!
Ms. Polk made a huge impact on my life. Occasionally she would substitute for my math teacher at John Simpson Middle School….she was only the few positive teachers we ever had and she played a huge part in disrupting the school to prison pipeline that existed in that school system during that time. I’m gonna miss you.
Ms. Erika you had such a beautiful soul…I’ll miss our talks at the door at church, you always made sure Jordan was good…..my condolences to the family
Sis Marsh, Gerald & Joetta, and family,
Our prayers and heart extend to you concerning the loss of Kay. Yet, our heart also leaps with joy knowing that in the sight of the Lord the death of His saints are precious. Kay is with our Lord and Savior Jesus, where we know that we will all one day be reunited.
Please know that we offer you our condolences, prayers and love. Blessings to you our family.
John and Fi
We love and miss yall oh so very much. Praying for yall always. Keep us before the Lord.
Condolences to the family of Erica Polk She was a woman of God very caring positive child of God
She is safe in the arms of God now no more pain
Keeping her Mom Jarvis Polk Marsh brother Elder Gerald and Joetta Polk and all other siblings lifted in prayer
Your neighbors Rev Robert and Betty Edwards ❤️
Our hearts are grieve of the great loss of Erika. She was a valuable asset to this community and to all she tried to help in making the community of people so much better. Our prayers are lifted for all the family and friends. Rev John Bessick & Family
My deepest condolences and prayers sent from my family to yours. Erika had a beautiful spirit that glowed around her. Rest In Heaven
My deepest condolences to the entire Polk family. I am so sad to hear of Kay’s departure. Growing up on the same street together, I have so many fond memories of her and her siblings! Our families were so bonded in so many ways! She will surely be missed but filled with so much love! Rest In Peace my dear Erika Kay for our Lord has a special place for you. My thoughts and prayers are with Ms Jarvis, Gerald, Davis & Iris.
Teresa
Sending Love and Light to the family during this time of transition. May God continue to comfort you.
To the Marsh, Polk Family
Today & always may loving memories of Erika bring you Peace, Comfort and Strength.
Heartfelt sympathy to the Polk Family. Prayers to you all. Beautiful young lady.
My Deepest Sympathy to the Polk Family. You will be missed.
Jarvis, Gerald, Iris & David, Our Love and Prayers to you during this time of loss. We were with you in heart and spirit on today. I was able to join the Service On-line and saw most of it. We are here for you at all times. Your Texas Family Jimmy, Janet, Jr., & Jaquita Polk
My Condolences to Jarvis and the Polk family may God strengthen you during this challenging time.
Sending my condolences for the family
To Mrs. Marsh, Elder Gerald & Jonetta and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences and prayers in the loss of Ms. Polk. I’ll never forget her love servant’s heart, sense of humor, and the kindness she showed to my family.
Blessings,
Rev. Crystal J. Payne
To Jarvis and the Polk Family, So sorry for your loss. Earth hath no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Praying for the family. Wilma and James “Smooth” Watkins
Peace! Ms Polk! I could only Call Her Kay! At church! and Family!Gatherings!
My prayers go out to you and the family
We will miss kay. I love you sis and the
rest of family.
To Jarvis and family, I send my sincerest condolences to you all. May God and his son Jesus Christ be your strength though your sorrow. Wishing you peace, comfort, and lots of love at this time. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Words can’t describe how sorry I am for the passing of your love one. My prayers are with you all.
Sending Prayers from Sherman TX. I am truly sadden to hear of Erica’s passing. My heartfelt Condolences to my family in Ohio.I will always remember Erica’s warm spirit when she would visit. God Bless You My Family And Give You Strength. R.I.P Erica. LOVE YALL!! Pamela Green and Family Of Ollie Mae Douglas ❤
Melissa Scruggs, her beautiful smile will be missed.
To the Polk family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest in peace Kay! Your Texas friends, Antoinette Ray (Ann), LaRhonda Jackson (Rhonda) and Louise Jones.
To the Family of Erika Louise (Kay) Polk ,
Jarvis, you are all in our prayers during this difficult and trying time. I am going to miss Kay and her beautiful smile and the funny things she use to say to us riding home with her from Church, (Third Sunday was our day)! There is one thing that is for certain, Kay is in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and He will see you through. Take care and may God Bless you and keep you!
With Love,
Ruthie Johnson and Family
To Erika’s family,
You all have my deepest condolences during this time. May God always give you all comfort and understanding as to His calling her home. God is still in control. To be absent in this life , is to be present with HIM! Rest on from your labors
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rest in peace Kay.
Antoinette Ray, LaRhonda Jackson and Louise Jones
REST IN PEACE ERIKA
GOD BLESS AND KEEP THE FAMILY
KAY IS ONE PERSON I’D LOOK FOR IN THE CROWD AT CHURCH. I’M A HUGER AND I KNEW SHE DID WANT A HUG. SO I HAD TO FIND HER AND THEN DAY SHE DIDN’T HIDE ANYMORE. AND WOULD EVEN SMILE. I LIKED KAY FOR THE PERSON SHE WAS A TRUE CHILD OF GOD HER FAITH IN GOD AND THE WALK SHE ENDURED WITH HIM
SHE’S A HERO. HER LIFE HAS STRENGTHENED MANY THAT KNEW HER