Erik Joseph Julian, 51, of Dillsburg passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024, at the U.P.M.C. Harrisburg Hospital.

   He was born June 26, 1973, in Pittsburgh the son of the late Joseph A. Julian and Helen M. (Creely) McHugh.

   Erik  was a graduate of Carlynton High School in Carnegie, PA and was employed  as a security contractor with the Navy Depot in Mechanicsburg. 

   He enjoyed all the Pittsburgh sports teams and  was an avid paranormal investigator. Erik enjoyed fantasy football, history, and was a proud supporter of the Wounded Warriors. 

   Erik is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Stephane K. (Baxter) Julian; his beloved daughter, Joslyn "Josie" Skye Julian at home; his sister, Sandra L. Hensley (Shane) of Harvest, AL; his brother David J. Julian (Deb) of Harrisburg; his step-father, Paul McHugh (Diane) of Shiremanstown; and a nieces and several nephews. 

   A celebration of life will be held Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 2:00 pm in the Cocklin Funeral Home, Inc., 30 N. Chestnut St., Dillsburg, PA. A visitation will be held Saturday from 1-2 pm at the funeral home.  Stephane encourages everyone to wear black & gold or a Hawaiian shirt.  Burial will follow the service in the Dillsburg Cemetery-Golf Course Road.

   In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Josie's college fund. Please make checks payable to Joslyn S. Julian and mail to Cocklin Funeral Home, Inc., 30 N. Chestnut St., Dillsburg, PA 17019.