HENAGER,
Eric Franklin
May 24th, 1987 to
August 6th, 2011
Eric died Saturday morning after a too brief 24 years of life. He was born and raised in Spokane, WA, but moved to Cameron Park, CA for high school. He recently moved back to Washington to live with his mother in Cheney and to pursue a career as an electrician. Eric made friends easily with his quick smile and adventurous spirit and leaves many of us behind to mourn his passing. He was an avid photographer and loved to travel looking for that perfect shot. He had a passion for swimming that started at a young age with competition and morphed into teaching lessons and coaching with Team St. Luke's to pass on the love of the sport to a younger generation. Working with young children meant so much to him. Eric was always putting others first and was quick to help out in any way he could no matter the sacrifices he had to make. He will be remembered for his kindness, humor, energy, passion for life, and ability to make others smile. He is survived by his mother, Heather Carling-Smith; father, Bob Henager; brother, Colin DeWitt; sister, Allison DeWitt; and grand- mother Barbara Scrogham . As well as his uncles- Malcolm Carling-Smith, and Bill (Mellony), Steve (Casey), and Dave (Karen) Henager, cousins- Marisa, Megan, Dane, Tom, Barbara, and Kelsey, niece Cecilia, and nephew Walter. He is preceded in death by his grand- parents Bud Scrogham, Alan Carling-Smith, and Bill and Arlene Henager. Memorial contributions may be made to Spokane Area Swimming, 21715 S. Cheney Spangle Rd., Cheney WA 99004 in Eric's memory. Eric touched many lives during his time with us and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday August 12, at CHENEY FUNERAL CHAPEL.
A reception will follow at the family home. Online guestbook at cheneyfuneral.com.
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I have never before met someone quite like Eric and I doubt I ever will again. He was the only person I have seen wear a blue hat, hot pink shirt, brown shorts with green shoes and pull it off. :-) He had a sweet soul and charm that made him easy to like ( even or maybe especially when he was being a huge goof. ) He brought humor and light to our workplace. I am so glad to have known him and will miss him very much.
Erika Houk
August 23, 2011
Search Light Moms of Spokane wants to tell you how sorry we are for the passing of your Eric. If there is anything that we can do for you please let us know. We as mothers understand the day to day pain as we search for answers.
Love and Blessings,
Search Light Moms
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Kathy Davis
August 15, 2011
My dear friend. Your life was ended to soon. You had touched so many lives and made so many memories. Thank you for touching my life and others in so many ways. You were loved by many people and will be greatly missed. Please watch over us until we can see you again some day. RIP Eric.
Miranda Gouin
August 12, 2011
Our family is deeply saddened by your loss. I first remember meeting Eric at Ponderosa poolside, kidding around with everyone. His smile was contagious. He quickly became great long lasting friends with our girls but especially Leslie. We have many fond memories of Eric and enjoyed his visits. Sharing his new adventures and he often spoke of his family with great pride. We will dearly miss you, Eric.
Vickie, Pete, Leslie, Stacey and Kallie Johnson
August 12, 2011
our thouhgts and prayers go out to you and your family. Eric you will be dearly missed.
brian burkhart/ myla power
August 12, 2011
our thouhgts and prayers go out to you and your family. Eric you will be dearly missed.
brian burkhart/ myla power
August 12, 2011
The time we had with Eric was very special to us. He was like our own son while he and Alexis dated in high school. He was a kind and gentle soul who always had time for everyone. He will always have a special place in our hearts. Kathy, Fred and Kassi Melkey and Alexis Austin (Granby,CT)
August 11, 2011
Eric, you will be so missed! Such a tragedy that you were taken so early from this world. My prayers go out to Heather, Allison, Colin and your niece and nephew - we all mourn our loss of such a vibrant and funloving young man.
Diana DeWitt
August 11, 2011
Eric taught my step-daughter swimming lessons this summer at the Spokane Club. He always encouraged her to swim farther, faster, and to splash him harder. He is gone too soon.
August 11, 2011
Eric taught my little grandson Asa swimming lessons this summer. Asa was frightened the first class and Eric didn't push him into participating. He just kept him in the loop by looking at him kindly and asking how he was doing. He finally got him into the pool when he asked Asa if he wanted to splash him with water. Yes! Asa was hooked and doing so well that we reupped him for a second set of lessons. Eric had a gift with children. What a talent to lose in this crazy world. He was kind, handsome and understood the gentle hearts of the littlest ones among us.
Becky Nappi
August 10, 2011
To Eric's Family & Friends:
I only had one opportunity to work a swim meet with Eric at the Spokane Club this last month. I appreciated his energy, enthusiasm and wonderful spirit. Since Sunday, 8/7, I have been helping my daughter, Randi Martin, by listening to her sadness upon the news of Eric's death. Randi has expressed to me that he was a great worker and the kids really enjoyed swim lessons with him. Eric was the type of person that my daughter could count on to fill any shift upon a moments notice and with a positive attitude and smile. From all that Randi has told me, there will be a presence of his spirit for a long time at the Club and he will be in the thoughts and prayers of many. I am so very sorry for the tragic loss of this young person and will pray for his family, friends and coworkers.
Jamie Berube - Mother of Randi Martin, Aquatics Manager of the Spokane Club
Jamie Berube
August 10, 2011
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