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Eric Zentner Obituary
On the morning of Saturday, March 26, 2011, our beloved son, brother, cousin and friend, Eric Zentner, died when struck by a hit and run driver on Highway 101 near Buellton in Santa Barbara County.
Born Feb. 20 1981, in Winters, Eric, 30, was in a committed relationship with Tanya Vieira of El Dorado County and they had planned to start their lives together before his tragic death.
Eric is remembered for his amazing gift for connecting with people, his love of family and his hundreds of friends from various parts of the world. He was a model, actor and aspiring screen writer and lived in New York, Los Angeles, Redondo Beach and Santa Barbara, recently moving to Esparto.
Eric is survived by his father, Val Zentner; and stepmother, Bonnie Coloretti, both of Esparto; his mother, Lisa Bricker; and stepfather, Gary Bricker, both of Gold River; his brother, Andrew Zentner; half brothers and sisters, Aaron Zentner, Sarah Zentner; stepsisters, Dawn Starr and Nicole Bricker; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Eric's life from 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday, April 16, at the home of his grandmother Myrtle Zentner, 15130 County Road 85, Esparto.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eric Zentner
Ellen Hale
May 9, 2011
I send my condolences to Eric's family. I babysat Eric and Andrew during the summers of 1984 and 1985. They were a real pleasure to care for, and Eric was a budding actor even then. I am saddened that his life was cut short and in such a tragic way.
Mars Sunnen
April 23, 2011
He was a wonderful person. We were friends. I will remember my time knowing him.
Melanie Brackett
April 20, 2011
To the Zentner Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Joe and Melanie Brackett
April 19, 2011
To the Zentner family,
Val and Bonnie, so very sorry for the loss of Eric,once you met him you could never forget him. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope God keeps you and blesses you all.
Jeanne Bair
Brad Burris
April 18, 2011
To the Zentner family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy Scoggin
April 18, 2011
Dear Val, Lisa, Bonnie and family-There are no words we can say to you, only our heartfelt sadness for your loss. Our prayers, love and thoughts surround you. Rusty & Cathy S.
Michele (Hudnall) Goodman
April 15, 2011
So so very sorry for this tragic loss. Your family is in my thoughts & prayers.
Sarah (Hanes) Messner & Family
April 15, 2011
To the Zentner Family,
My heart goes out to you during this time of unimaginable loss. Eric was a beautiful and charismatic person- one who if he touched your life even just a little, he left you with timeless happy memories. We are all blessed for having known him.
tabitha
April 14, 2011
So sorry for your loss he will be missed
Leticia D
April 14, 2011
You are forever in my heart Eric! Miss and love yah!!!
D Ross & Gloria M Parker
April 14, 2011
Zentner Family; All our love & prayers in your loss of Eric. May your memories with him bring you some comfort.
Kim Pearson & Mike Hayes
April 14, 2011
Dear Val, Bonnie and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Eric was such a charmer, with a smile that could light up a room.
With sympathy,
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