Obituary of Lux Interior

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Lux Interior

Erick Lee Purkhiser a.k.a Lux Interior (born October 21, 1946 in Stow, Ohio) was a singer who we mostly remember as the lead singer and founding member of the American rock band "the Cramps". Erick died on February 4, 2009 and his death was reportedly because of an aortic dissection. He died too soon at age 62.

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Lux Interior Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Purkhiser, Erick
    • Common Name: Lux Interior
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Stow, Ohio, United States
    • Birth Date: October 21, 1946
    • Age: 62 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Lux Interior, Raven Beauty, Vip Vop
    • Occupation: Singer
    • Active Years: 1972-2009
    • Net Worth: $34 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Brown
    • Favorite Scent: Calvin Klein Eternity for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Elizabeth Taylor

    Erick's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Erick Lee Purkhiser
    • Father: Clarence Holiday
    • Mother: Anne Morley
    • Brother(s):
      • Michael Purkhiser
      • Ronald Purkhiser
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Kristy Wallace "Poison Ivy", a.k.a. Ivy Rorschach (married 1972-2009, his death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 04 2009 at age 62
  • Place: Glendale, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Aortic dissection
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held on February 21, 2009 at the Windmill Chapel of the Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine, California

Category Tags:

SingerAmerican Born on October 21st Born in 1946 Born in Ohio Died in 2009 Died at age 62 Died from Aortic dissection

Erick's Notable Roles:

  • The Cramps

Quotable Quotes:

"What outrages me is that people can be so satisfied and half asleep. I don't want to go back to the 50's or something, but I do remember a time when cars looked like rocket ships, and people wanted to have a wild time and dress sexy and dance sexy and try new, crazy things. It seems like these days there's an abundance of boringness and timidity, and that's the kind of thing that outrages me, you know? Boring people, that's nothing new, but the numbers are growing rather than going down. It's not a good sign." (IMDB)

"He was such a passionate person and always had a more than positive attitude to all his friends and family who loved him. (V)"

"Erick Purkhiser lived a vibrant and passionate life, touching the hearts of many and leaving a lasting impact on those who knew him. Though he may no longer be with us, his legacy continues to inspire and his memory will be cherished forever. (V)"

"Erick Purkhiser, also known as Lux Interior, made a name for himself as the lead singer of the punk band The Cramps. Despite facing challenges in the music industry, Purkhiser's unique vocals and stage presence helped propel the band to success. Unfortunately, his career was cut short by an unexpected and tragic event. (V)"

Is Mr. Erick Purkhiser still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-12-23 16:43:08
Author: Stan
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