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Celebrating the life of
Erin Maroney Fraser
April 23, 1969 - March 03, 2023
We are saddened to announce the passing of longtime S.H.C.C. Member Erin Maroney Fraser
Erin Maroney Fraser passed away suddenly, yet peacefully, on March 3, 2023. Born on April 23, 1969, in New York City, Erin cast a light on everyone who came into her orbit. She grew up in Tarrytown, NY where she quickly became a star athlete at Sleepy Hollow High School – dominating in track and field and tennis. She also was a star student and parlayed her academic success into a spot at Oxford College of Emory University. She was the picture of health at the Telfair Ball on February 25, dazzling Savannah with her beauty, charm, and intelligence.
Her love and commitment to Oxford College and the Emory University community led to a position on the Emory University board of counselors where since 2020 she co-chaired the Alumni to Student committee.
Anyone who met Erin would comment on her beauty, her style, and her quick wit. It was this wit that earned her a job working for Saturday Night Live’s Lorne Michaels where she helped in the development and launch of Conan O’Brien’s Late Night. She went on to produce many films for Broadway Video, including Tommy Boy, Superstar, Black Sheep, and Wayne’s World 2. Erin also worked as a staff writer for Saturday Night Live as well as an associate producer and talent executive for Burly Bear Network, where she was responsible for developing talent and producing original programming.
On September 6, 1997, Erin married Walter Javan “Jay” Fraser, III. Erin and Jay have three beautiful children all of whom are either alumni or current students at Emory University. Her oldest daughter was just accepted to graduate school at the University of Georgia.
Erin had taken a hiatus from film production to raise her family but recently returned to the industry as Executive Director of the Savannah Regional Film Commission – a position that leveraged her experience and expertise and, more importantly, put her near her children. She immediately made an impact in Savannah and although her work wasn’t nearly complete, the contributions she made to the entertainment industry there will be felt for generations. Everyone who knew Erin knew she wasn’t a morning person, but she had come to love her walks to the office through Forsyth Park, sometime alone and sometimes with her husband and Jack Russell terrier, Roly.
“Erin was a veteran in the entertainment production industry and was already making such a positive impact here in Savannah. She had such a radiant and positive energy that people gravitated to her. She was going to do big things here in Savannah, and we are so fortunate that we were able to spend the time we had with her,” said Savannah Economic Development Authority President and CEO Trip Tollison in announcing her passing in a recent press release. “We are heartbroken at the loss and offer her husband, her three children, and her family and friends our condolences.”
Erin’s husband was with her when she passed and is comforted that she did not suffer. Erin left this world knowing that her children would be just as fierce as her and she knew everyone who loved her would lean in to finish the job raising them.
Erin is survived by her husband, her three children, her sister Megan Ward, brother-in-law Peter Ward and their four children, her Mother Margaret Solin, father Tom Maroney and hundreds of friends around the world.
Erin has been honored far and wide. Flags have flown at half-mast at the SEDA offices in Savannah and Sleepy Hollow CC in Scarborough, NY. Saturday Night Live paid tribute to
her at the end of the March 11 episode. Rep. Buddy Carter the US Representative for Georgia’s 1st Congressional District read a tribute to her life on the House Floor on March 14.
A celebration of her incredible life and legacy will be held at 4pm on Saturday April 1st at Sleepy Hollow Country Club (where she grew up with Megan, was married and raised her own children). Erin loved April Fool’s Day and would plan for weeks to surprise her sister or friends with some ridiculous ruse.
Erin will be honored by the Savannah Economic Development Authority in her new home of Savannah, Georgia on April 11th. A memorial service in Forsyth Park is planned with a reception to follow at the Oglethorpe Club. The picture that accompanied her obituary was taken by her husband February 25th in Forsyth Park at the annual Telfair Ball as she famously did her “Paparazzi walk” through the party.
In lieu of flowers, a group of friends has established the Erin Maroney Fraser Children’s Education Fund to benefit Erin’s children and Emory university.
Jay, Nanda, Pippa, and Van, The Rizzos were devastated to hear about the loss of your beautiful mom and wife, Erin. I (Elisa) can’t think of anyone I wanted to know better but, when you are raising kids and have jobs there always seems like there will be more time. We send you all our very deepest condolences and hope to see you again in Bronxville sometime soon. God bless. All the very best, Elisa, Bill, Lucy, Billy, John, Sara, and Daniel Rizzo
- Elisa Shevlin Rizzo, Bronxville , NY
So sorry for your devastating loss. I became acquainted with Erin some years ago through a friend, Elizabeth Epley. Although I didn't know her well, I was struck by her affable nature and quick wit. She was definitely a stylish woman and recognized good style in others. I have often walked past the house in Bronxville and wondered what happened to the Erin and her beautiful family. We all wish you peace and strength in the coming months.
- Annette Adamiyatt, Bronxville, NY
A candle has been lit!
We didn’t personally know this beautiful and talented woman, but her work in both the TV and film industry speak volumes. I hope the family finds comfort in each other and the memories you have of her carry you forward.
- Smiths, Boulder , CO
Jay, It has been many years since our time together at Lehman. I was deeply saddened to learn of Erin’s passing. You and your family are in our prayers. Peace. Billy
- Bill Welsh, Nissequoque , New York
Dear Pippa, My son, Luke & Jamie Watkins, knew you from Kindergarten thru 6th grade...and I, (their mom, Lauren) saw a truly amazing woman the first day we moved to BXV in 2014. Erin I spoke on occasion, and she was far too polite to trumpet her many media triumphs. I just saw her as a stand-out woman who had savvy, funny and graciousness all tied up. Our family's sincerest condolences to you and your siblings, and know that your mom paved quite the path for you. Sincerely, Lauren Watkins
- Lauren Thierry Watkins, Bronxville, NY
This is heartbreaking, I worked with Erin on Roxbury. She was so kind, fun and we bonded instantly. Condolences to the family as she will be missed but not forgotten. We lost touch but I always thought of her.
- Jill Goularte , Los Angeles, , Ca
A candle has been lit!
I am saddened to learn of Erin’s sudden passing. At Sleepy Hollow High School, I was in many advance Spanish classes with Erin. Her personality was friendly and unpretentious. She was an outstanding student, avid athlete and was voted best dressed. I recall Erin had a smile that could light up an entire room as she walked in. My sincerest condolences to her family. May Erin rest in peace.
- Marie Marte, Tarrytown, New York
A candle has been lit!
I knew Erin when she was Lorne's assistant. At the time, I was working at Broadway Video in LA. Erin was smart, funny and had this way of keeping things light. She was a pleasure to be around. Condolences to her family. Rest in peace.
- Marlena (Wilkens) Thomas, Los Angeles, CA
A candle has been lit!
We will always love you.
- Anna Candler Smith Fraser, Knoxville, TN
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