Erica Valette Blalock

Erica Valette Blalock, 32, of Noblesville, passed away on March 16, 2025. She was born on January 26, 1993, in Muncie, Indiana, to Sara Blalock and George Pitney.

Erica is remembered by those closest to her as being funny, creative, and having an open heart. She cared deeply for others and always wanted to help. Erica earned her associate’s degree in criminal justice from Ivy Tech Community College with the hope of making a positive impact in the lives of those struggling.

Erica was passionate about music and loved playing the violin. She was a proud member of Noblesville High School’s symphony, where she had the honor of being first chair during her time. She was also an avid reader, particularly of fantasy novels, and her most favorite book was East by Edith Pattou. Harry Potter was another beloved series of hers. Known for her sense of humor, Erica had a talent for making others laugh with her jokes and playful pranks. She enjoyed her daily Starbucks and the quiet moments spent curled up with her best friend and loyal canine companion, Navi.

Erica also loved spending time with her grandmother, Rumiko Tobaru, who was a cherished part of her life.

Erica is survived by the people closest to her, whom she lovingly referred to as her “pack”: her mother, Sara Blalock; her brother, Christopher Daughtery; her best friend, dog Navi. She is also survived by her father, George Pitney and wife Malissa; and her three step-siblings - Christie, Kayla, and Jake; her paternal grandparents, Rumiko Tobaru and Roger Pitney; aunts and uncles Clint, Byron, Will, Stephanie, John, and Audrey (lovingly known as Auddie). Erica is also survived by her stepfather, David. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Sam and Ruth Blalock.

Erica will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Flanner Buchanan - Hamilton Memorial Park (Prairie Waters), 4180 Westfield Road. Services will be at 3:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life will immediately follow the services until 6:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF).