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Eric Thomas Dunlap

1981 - 2017

Eric Thomas Dunlap obituary, 1981-2017, Phoenix, AZ

BORN

1981

DIED

2017

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Phoenix, Arizona

Eric Dunlap Obituary

Dunlap, Eric Thomas
Eric Thomas Dunlap of Phoenix, AZ died September 2, 2017 at the age of 35. Eric was born in Alliance, Nebraska in 1981 and raised in Lee's Summit, MO. In high school, Eric was very active in the theater and developed his passion for entertaining over the years to come. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Geography. While at KU, Eric was a member of the Theta Chi fraternity and it was here that he also met his future wife, Kelli Edman. Eric and Kelli moved to Phoenix shortly after Eric's graduation in 2005 to work in banking. In 2007, Eric and Kelli were married in Lawrence, KS and began their married life together in Phoenix. In 2011, they welcomed their daughter, Zoey, to the world who would forever be daddy's little girl. Eric loved his friends dearly and was loved by his friends in return. Eric found his calling professionally after leaving finance and joining the world of solar. He dedicated his last 5 years to Harmon Solar and served as a Vice President of Solar Operations where he was described by his work friends as the most charismatic friend that they ever had. In 2016, Eric and Kelli welcomed their son, Wyatt, to the world. Wyatt and Eric had a very special bond. Whether it was splashing in the water, digging in the dirt, or napping together, Eric always made sure Wyatt was laughing and loved. Eric's love for others and desire to make the world laugh were his life's work. He was most at home at trivia or with a small group of friends and family entertaining and enjoying laughs. Simply, Eric was admired and loved for being genuine and unique, an original, he was larger than life. Eric is preceded in death by his grandparents, Paul and Jackaline Dunlap. He is survived by his wife, Kelli Dunlap; his two children: Zoey Dunlap and Wyatt Dunlap; parents, Jane Dunlap and Jeff Leonard of Phoenix, AZ and Tom Dunlap of Portsmouth, RI; brother, Jacob and Jenni Dunlap of Brooklyn, NY; his sister Kaili Dunlap; grandparents James and Mary Lou Green; stepmother Laurie Dunlap; Von and Beverly Edman and the entire Edman family; many aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends and colleagues who all loved him and respected him as much as any family could. There will be a celebration of Eric's life on Saturday, September 9th at Hansen Desert Hills Chapel at 10am. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the future education of Eric's children, Zoey and Wyatt. Contributions can be made at www.youcaring.com/EricDunlap

Published by The Arizona Republic on Sep. 7, 2017.
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I'm so sorry to hear of Eric's passing. My brother Kenny and I grew up with Jake and Eric and although we had lost touch, I always remember Eric being the sweetest guy. Prayers are with the family.
Jenny Jensen (Blom)

Jenny Jensen

Classmate

September 9, 2017

Kelli, Zoey and little Wyatt, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you so much.

Bev Nystedt

September 8, 2017

Laurie, Tom and all of Eric's family-

My thoughts are with all of you during this very sad time. May the love of everyone surrounding you bring you strength in your grieving.

xo
Nicole (L'Hureux) Flynn
A previous client of Laurie's at Images in Lawrence

Nicole Flynn

September 8, 2017

My family and I got to know Eric over the past couple of years through trivia. He was such a great host, getting to know the teams and cracking jokes. He really made us fall in love with trivia! It's because of Eric that my family spends a little extra time together most weeks and I'll always remember that. I am so sorry for your loss, but know that his time here was well spent and he enriched so many lives along the way. Sending all of Eric's family and friends lots of love.

Colleen Fitzpatrick

September 8, 2017

Eric was a true joy to work with. From all the renewables team at APS we will miss working with with Eric and we wish our sincere condolences to his family and work piers.

September 8, 2017

We are so sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences to Kelli and family. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you all.

Steve & Karen Eugsteer

September 8, 2017

May the thought of knowing that friends family and God share your grief be of comfort to your family. (Pro 17:17)

Patrice

September 8, 2017

Jane, I was so sorry to hear of your son's passing. There is nothing I can say to make your heart not hurt, but I did want to send my condolences.

Jessie Williams

September 8, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

D. Romans 12:12 Anrews

September 7, 2017

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