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‘Electron Boy’ Erik Martin dies

‘Electron Boy’ Erik Martin dies

Credit: Make-A-Wish Foundation

As Electron Boy, 13-year-old Erik Martin of Bellevue grabs his "lightning rod" and prepares to do battle with the evil Dr. Dark and Blackout Boy on Thursday, April 29, 2010.

by KING 5 News

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Posted on September 16, 2011 at 2:07 PM

Updated Friday, Sep 16 at 2:10 PM

SEATTLE -- A Bellevue boy who got his wish last year when he was turned into a superhero for a day has lost his battle with cancer and other health problems.

Erik Martin died Friday morning at Seattle Children’s hospital, The Seattle Times reports. He was 14.

In April 2010, the Make-a-Wish foundation granted Erik’s wish by making him a superhero. As Electron Boy, Erik was escorted by police in his superhero DeLorean back and forth across Lake Washington, saving civilians and battling the bad guys.

The Seattle Sounders FC, Puget Sound Energy and "Deadliest Catch" stars Edgar Hansen and Jake Anderson got involved.

The story went viral and made Erik an instant celebrity. A Fans of Electron Boy fan page on Facebook has more than 11,000 fans.

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ledball00n389218 said on September 17, 2011 at 10:05 PM

May God be with Eriks' family and friends as they face life without this great kid.

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Frank_Reino22d said on September 17, 2011 at 6:23 AM

We have lost an awesome super hero however heaven has gained one, he will continue to protect us from on high, God bless you Electron Boy and thank you for your continued service.

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slappywag said on September 17, 2011 at 12:08 AM

Science, bless you. Keep finding what stops cancer from taking the ones we love away!

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eriksbigsister said on September 16, 2011 at 9:56 PM

Erik actually passed away at home in bed in his mothers arms surrounded by family. Not at childrens hospital. I love you erik

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chachabax said on September 16, 2011 at 5:37 PM

May you be resting in GOD`S arms Eric, RIP, Prayers to the family for your loss...

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ginas said on September 16, 2011 at 5:23 PM

rip erik

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maltbymike said on September 16, 2011 at 3:59 PM

agirlinseattle, your afterlife will be long and tormented. Electron Boy RIP.

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hawkfan2 said on September 16, 2011 at 3:54 PM

RIP, Erik.

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genagee said on September 16, 2011 at 3:25 PM

I hope the next step of your journey is beautiful, amazing and pain-free you brave young man!!

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richardmbowman said on September 16, 2011 at 3:21 PM

Thank you for sharing this with me (us). It's sad, but it'll help us remember him and the things that courageous people like him do. They don't stop living, even when they're dying.

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noskills said on September 16, 2011 at 3:18 PM

Those photos made me both smile and cry. Rest in Peace, Erik. May God comfort your family and friend's during their time of mourning.

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Blewone said on September 16, 2011 at 2:56 PM

Thank you for your bravery, rest in peace little one.

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bellevuetom said on September 16, 2011 at 2:21 PM

Electron Boy saved us with his super powers, Bellevue is a safer place now, Thanks Electron Boy, RIP.

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SMHATYOU said on September 16, 2011 at 2:19 PM

R.I.P. Little guy :(

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detour said on September 16, 2011 at 2:13 PM

I've sure got nothing, in life, to complain about. RIP Erik.

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