Erin Langhofer

Erin Langhofer (December 15, 1993 – August 2, 2019) was known for her lively smile, generous heart, and steady commitment to supporting others. Raised in Overland Park by Tom and Marcy Langhofer and sister to Kathryn, Erin carried a playful, open-hearted spirit from childhood into her adult life. Friends and family remember her as both silly and deeply caring — someone who could find humor in everyday moments and who delighted in making people laugh.

A graduate of Blue Valley Northwest High School and the University of Kansas, Erin built a life grounded in service. She worked as a counselor and advocate at Rose Brooks Center, where she supported survivors of domestic violence and brought compassion to people in difficult seasons. Her family says she discovered her passion for helping others during internships and advocacy roles, and she embraced that calling with warmth and humility.

Erin loved being with the people who mattered most to her. She treasured close friendships and the relationship with her boyfriend, who shared many of her happiest moments. Her family recalls a young woman who was unabashedly herself — someone who enjoyed colorful, comfortable clothes, playful photos, and wholehearted connection. In life she gave freely of her time and energy to causes and people in need, and her caring was felt across her community.

Those who knew Erin recall a bright presence who asked others to see the good in life and to serve those who are marginalized. In keeping with her spirit, her family invited friends and community members to celebrate her life at Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family suggested contributions to Rose Brooks Center, reflecting the work she loved.

Although her life ended far too soon, Erin’s legacy lives on in the kindness she offered and the lives she touched. Her laughter, advocacy, and the love she showed to others remain a lasting remembrance of who she was: a joyful, compassionate soul whose care for people made a real difference.