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Eric Bennett Obituary
When Eric Bennett disappeared, his missing poster offered two distinguishing traits ‹ a tattoo of a bulldog head on his right shoulder and deep stretch marks under his arms. Both pieces of information attested to Mr. Bennett's love of football, which he played with a championship team at Kearsley High School in Flint, Mich., and also at Michigan's Ferris State University.
The bulldog was the mascot at Ferris State; on Mr. Bennett's tattoo, the dog tag read "58," his number. The stretch marks appeared when he lost his football bulk and trimmed down to 180 pounds from 255.
"Eric was always very determined, very motivated," said his mother, Betty Bennett, who lives in Flint with her husband, Terry. "He was small for a center, and he had to prove himself."
Mr. Bennett worked as a vice president at Alliance Consulting Group on the 102nd floor of the north tower. He made many new friends in New York, even while staying in touch with high school friends and teammates. At his memorial in Michigan, a couple of them also sported bulldog tattoos.
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Rhonda Couillard
September 11, 2024
He will never be forgotten in Big Rapids Michigan
Jen Dunbar
September 11, 2021
May your memory live on Eric. I was just a little kid who lived a few houses down from you. You stood so tall and always had a smile on your face. You will never be forgotten Eric.
Ocean City Maryland 9/11 Boardwalk Memorial dedicated on the 5th Anniversary, September 11, 2016. Never Forgotten!
Michael and Lynnmarie Bennett
September 2, 2021
From Lynnmarie, Michael, David, Johnpaul and Christopher Bennett. In late 2002 our David enlisted in the US Marine Corps in response to the events of September 11, 2001. He was injured and is now a proud Marine Corps partially disabled Veteran. We want you to know that we will ALWAYS remember Eric Bennett and your family in our prayers especially at this time of remembrance. God Bless Eric, his family, friends and all whose lives he touched. Never forgotten!
Cindy Roe
September 1, 2021
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September 11, 2019
RIP Eric. You are missed. 18 years now...
Judith Tarasek
September 11, 2019
Its now 18 years later and I still will not forget Eric. He would have been 47 yrs old had he lived. Gone is the smile, the sweetness that was Eric, but never forgotten...ever.
Brian Groulx
September 11, 2019
It's been 18 years but the pain is still the same. I miss you my brother. I speak to you often. You will never be forgotten. Love ya
Charles Bellsky
December 3, 2018
I think that I was a sweetmate of his Dad, Terry at Ferris State. Would love to be able to personally contact him. So sorry! Just learned of this today(12/3/18).
Chuck Bellsky
Judy Tarasek
September 11, 2018
Well, Eric, its 17 years later and here I am again to remember you on Sept. 11th. You are still loved and missed and will never be forgotten.
September 11, 2017
9-11-2017 Remembered. Loved. Admired. #GoBulldogs #FSU
Judy Tarasek
September 11, 2017
This is the 16th year of your passing, Eric. Every year I come here to comment and to remember you. Your sweet smile is still sorely missed. Prayers go out to your family this day and every day. You will never be forgotten.
Del Newberry
August 17, 2017
Praying for Eric's family and friends today. We will never forget. Much love from Texas,
Angelique Sub
October 17, 2016
Chris Boucher
September 12, 2016
God bless you Eric.
September 11, 2016
I never knew Eric but he is the face of 9/11 for me. I wasn't able to absorb the horror through the smoke and ashes on TV, then his face flashed on the screen. His age, his smile, his long-sleeve white shirt reminded me of my own son, safe 7 miles away from the towers; it took my breath away. I found his name on the early memorial as they rebuilt when we payed our respects, I pray for his family and friends every holiday. He is remembered!
T Bennett
February 7, 2016
I am watching highlights of the Super Bowl halftime shows, and as I watched U2 from 2002 all of the names from 9/11 were shown. I saw Eric's name. It struck a cord with me as my last name is Bennett. I immediately searched his name and was brought here. Everything I have read on Eric is he was a great man. I have no doubt he is in heaven smiling down on all of us. His family will be in my families prayers.
Judy Tarasek
September 12, 2015
Its 14 years and feels like yesterday. That megawatt smile and million dollar personality will never be forgotten. A good friend and now an angel in heaven.
Eric's visit to San Fran with Heidi and me 1995
Marty Parshall
September 12, 2015
Marty Parshall
September 12, 2015
John Vlieger
September 11, 2015
Eric-it still feels raw even 14 yrs. later. You were such a great guy. You were always so great to be around when we hung out with Todd. I'll always remember you.
Allan Lee
September 11, 2015
Thinking of you on this sad occasion - the Park Slope neighborhood and the world has never been the same without you.
September 11, 2015
The Bennett Family will NEVER FORGET September 11, 2001
9/11 memorial at Ocean City Maryland
Michael & Lynnmarie Bennett
September 12, 2014
From Lynnmarie, Michael, David, Johnpaul and Christopher Bennett. In late 2002 our David enlisted in the US Marine Corps in response to the events of September 11, 2001. He was injured and is now a proud Marine Corps partially disabled Veteran. We want you to know that we will ALWAYS remember Eric Bennett and your family in our prayers especially at this time of remembrance. Eric looks so much like my own father, Fred W. Bennett and he could be a brother to our four sons. God Bless You all and God Bless the United States of America.
maria miller-price
September 11, 2014
Thirteen years. A thousand tears.
Judy Tarasek
September 11, 2014
Here we are 13 years later and the pain and sadness of losing Eric that day has not gone away. The world lost a wonderful person who would have been 42 years old. The "what ifs" are the hardest to wrap your head around. We will never forget you, Eric. RIP
Katherine H
September 11, 2014
Remembering you and your loved ones today and always. Not a year has gone by that prayers have been sent out to your entire family. You made a difference in so many lives in so many ways. You will be forever missed, but never forgotten.
Jamie Connelly
September 10, 2014
13 years...entered my social studies teacher's classroom, and she was showing videos on the 9/11 attacks. Sometimes I am fine; this time, I wasn't. Dreamt about you last week, that you were okay...you continue to be a source of courage, centeredness, and purpose in my life, "little brother." Tomorrow, I share your story with kids who were born in 2001. I will do what I can to make sure that the personal loss experienced that day is never forgotten. Love you more every day, Eric Lee Bennett. Thank you for all you continue to contribute to my life, and multitudes of others'.
January 18, 2014
Planning on visiting the 911 memorial in a few months for spring break. It will be the first time for our kids. I am sure there will be many questions and tears. You continue to touch lives years after the tragic event. Forever Bulldog see you soon!!
Mark Miller
September 14, 2013
I am humbled to say that my wife and I rode in the 2 million bikers to DC in honor of those lost on 9/11. Each rider received a name of someone lost on that horrific day and I received Mr. Bennett's. Not only did I ride for his memory on Wednesday, I have placed his name on my helmet so that all of my rides are done in his memory.
Never forget 9/11.
Chris Boucher
September 11, 2013
I met Eric once, only once, and he impressed me as few others have in my life. He was smart, insightful, and very very energetic. I wish that he could have lived the full span of years that he was denied, but I am sure that the life he lived was as full as any life ever lived. God speed.
Judy Tarasek
September 11, 2013
Eric, here we are 12 years later and the sadness is just as fresh now as it was on that day in 2001. I still miss your smile and how you called me "Sunshine" when you stopped into our office. But you were the sunshine, Eric, and I know that you are spreading your love and sunshine in heaven. May you never be forgotten.
Mike Simms
September 10, 2013
Just thinking of you tonight as I often do. An unconditional friendship, everyone should be so lucky to have friendships like we had. Just missing you, your smile, your laugh, your friendship.
Betts
August 10, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Barbara Boam
February 3, 2013
I walked a mile for you (mile #167) on 2/3/13 as a dedication to your life.
Oswald Michael
September 11, 2012
You will always be missed and I will never forget that smile and laugh. God Bless!
Angela Messer
September 11, 2012
I did not know Eric personally but my husband went to high school with him. My husband subsequently passed away this year and my heart pains for our losses. Prayers to your family and loved ones.
Beth J
September 11, 2012
Eric-how I wish I could imagine him still in our world with us, that sweet personality and smile that lit up a room. I will always remember Eric, and I will forever be sad for the loss of such a wonderful young man. Remember to cherish moments and treasure memories.
Judy Tarasek
September 10, 2012
I can't believe that 11 years have gone since the terrible day that we lost Eric. I still remember his beautiful smile and personality to match. No matter how many years go by, I will never forget Eric and think of him often, not just on 9/11.
January 12, 2012
To The Bennett Family,
I did know some of the persons who lost their lives at the WTC on 9/11, and my heart bleeds with sympathy for all the victims and their families. I didn't know Eric L. Bennett but in reading his obituary he was the kind of person who I wish I had had the pleasure in knowing. It's been a little over 10 years but please accept my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terry of NC
Heidi Krueger Velayedam
September 12, 2011
Eric,
Your smile lives in each of us whose life you touched. I have wonderful memories in Southfield/Detroit working at Cap Gemini with you, and especially of your trip out to San Francisco to visit! You will never be forgotten!
September 11, 2011
9/11: Ten years ago today the World changed forever. Eric Bennett, I think about your bright smile everyday, the kindness you always showed me; truly a wonderful human being with a golden heart full of love, laughter and life. I will never forget you, miss you so much and remember all the great times we had when I was living/working in NYC Thank you …. Forever in our Hearts......Lisa Marks
Dana Maul
September 11, 2011
Eric was the only one that called me big fat Dana and it sound like a compliment. Eric was one of the best.
Marty Parshall
September 11, 2011
Eric Lee Bennett was my best friend throughout college at Ferris State and for many years after. We played at Ferris together went through classes together. We also graduated at the same time and went to work for the same consulting company in Detroit right out of College. Eric is someone I try my best to live my life by. To the absolute fullest!! Eric always had a great time, always had the biggest smile on his face and could make you laugh till you absolutely cried! He was the best friend anyone could have and will never ever be forgotten! He was in my wedding and was the life of the party as always! Eric, everyday I miss you bud and as I have done for the past 9 years and again tomorrow I will bid my homage to you by drinking a beer, saying a few "how 'bout those Cowboys!" Because who else is these days :) EB was and will always be my best friend! Wish you could see my girls they have heard much of our stories and a lot about you! Love ya Man
Marty
Erika Deaton (Starr)
September 11, 2011
Here we find ourselves at the 10 year mark where we remember that horrific day and the people and friends we knew that were forever changed by it. My oldest son is in highschool and his assignment for his English class is to interview a person about 9/11 and then to write a paper. After I answered all his questions about that day, I took more of his time and had him listen about my friend from Kearsley. I told him that 9/11 took many people to heaven that day, that Eric was one of them. That he was a friend who was always kind, energetic and inspiring. He made everybody strive to be better, just by being an example in life. Heaven got a little brighter that day with his presence. Prayers sent to your family.
Kimberly Kennedy
September 11, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Eric at Citizen's Insurance right after he got out of college. He was a charming, intelligent and thoughtful young man. I am very sorry for your great loss.
Courtney Elliott
September 10, 2011
I will never ever forget where I was that day. You inspired me more than you will ever know cousin. SOMEDAY I WILL make it to one of those Broadway Plays you wanted to take me to =) And now that I'm of age, I will totally enjoy a Bud Light for you <3 Miss you, love you, & thanks for being the BEST Guardian Angel to the boys and I xoxo
Mike Morgan
September 9, 2011
I have been thinking about you a lot lately. Football is in the air. My oldest daughter (10) and I discussed 9/11 today and we talked about you for awhile. Miss you!!
Your Friend!!!!
Judy Tarasek
September 1, 2011
Here we are at the 10th Anniversary of 911 and I can't believe its 10 years since we lost Eric. 10 long years since his smile lit up the world! We still miss you Eric...always and forever RIP!
Brian Groulx
August 28, 2011
Its been almost 10 years since I lost not only my best friend but also my brother. Eric, I think about you often. At times, I find myself either laughing or smiling while reminscing about the great times we had. I will always cherish those memories. You were an AWESOME friend/brother and you are truly missed. Rest in Peace my friend and lets keep up the great talks.
September 12, 2010
Eric Bennett- What a wonderful person with a heart of GOLD!! Your bright smile always puts a smile on my face. I think of you often and remember the times at 9 West 57th Street, I would see you walking/running to get to the train station. RIP my friend. I will miss you always.
Lisa Marks, San Francisco California
Rodrigo
September 10, 2010
Eric was an amazing person I am very lucky to have had the opportunity to be in his life for 5 incredible years. I know for a fact that we've had the best time together, traveled the world together he was an amazing person!
Judy Tarasek
September 8, 2010
I can't believe it's been 9 years since Eric was taken from us so suddenly. Not a day passes that I don't think of Eric when I hear 9/11 mentioned. We still miss Eric and think of him always, and especially at this time each year. Rest in peace.
Courtney Elliott (Bennett)
September 14, 2009
Wow, 8 years have gone by and not a day passes when I don't think about my awesome, wonderful, fun-loving cousin... Miss him much!
Derek Batey
September 13, 2009
Just found out about Eric, very sad and his family is in my thoughts and will continue to be. We have a small memorial down here in Roanoke, VA for 911 I run past it often. I will be sure and stop and say a prayer for him and his family.
Mandy Saenger
September 11, 2009
Writing today, 8 years after this tragic day in 2001 and 7 years after placing Eric's name on a memorial wall during our high school's ceremony on the 1 year anniversary of 9/11, I remember the candle light vigil our city held here in Bakersfield, CA where all the high schools and the public gathered in place of football games 3 days following the attacks- the turnout both impressive and emotional, everyone seeking comfort in a time of devastating loss. Each year I think of Eric Bennett & his family, some of whom I have communicated with, and feel for your loss and for the loss this nation felt and continues to feel as a whole. Proud to be an American, may the fond memories of him outweigh the pain, God bless.
Chuck Gossel
September 11, 2009
God bless Eric, his family and the other 2,972 that lost their life 8 years ago today. We will always remember.
Todd Glomski
September 11, 2009
Thank you for being my friend. Just knowing you made all the people around you better. I will always love you like a brother.
Rebecca (Tipton) Meyers
September 11, 2009
As our high school class of 1989 prepares for our 20 year class reunion - ALL of us have you in our thoughts and we know you will be there with us.
Kelli (Green) Dexter
September 11, 2009
Thinking of Eric and praying for his family and all those affected by 9/11/2001.
Judy
Judy Tarasek
September 9, 2009
Another year has passed and its been 8 years since we lost our beloved Eric. I still remember his smile and how he lit up the room when he walked in. Also, his generosity towards me and my husband will never be forgotten. Another year for Eric with the angels....I will always miss you!
Mechelle (Blanchard) Churchfield
November 7, 2008
Last night I had a dream about you which seems to happen every couple of months. This time you were only injured in 9/11 and I was helping take care of you. I wish this was the case because then I would be talking directly to you. Although I hadn't talked to you since college graduation, Eric you will always have a special place in my heart. There are few people that leave such a strong mark in their life, and you have and will never be forgotten. My aunt's birthday is Sept. 11 so it has been hard to celebrate it the past 7 years, but now she is in heaven with you which means the day is even harder. Take care my friend and continue to look down on all of us who loved you and visit me in my dreams where we smile and have a great time!
Eileen Ruth
September 22, 2008
We will remember them always, such a great lost our country received on that dreaded day. Although it is your lost we all grieve with you since it is our lost too...no words can replace him, no monetary value can either, but knowing he is with God now, your own private angel will be in your hearts always
Randy Fountain
September 15, 2008
As another year passes, you are still fresh in my memory. The smell of fall fills the air, it is football season and so much reminds me of our time at Ferris. Lift a thons, dawn patrol, study table, pracitces, ice bags, cafteria food, East side deli, Casey Mcnabs, classes, and watching you work your magic on the computers. You and Big Daddy will always hold a special place in my heart. My twins are only 7, born just months before you passed their questions about who you were and how I knew you are more striaght forward getting harder to put off. Luke will start playing football next fall and I hope he has the same passion for the game as you did. Forever a Bulldog, forever a friend.
Jamie (White) Connelly
September 11, 2008
Today I had to, for the first time, explain who you are to my son. He is now old enough to understand my pain over your loss, and it broke my heart that he will only know you this way. He took our picture to pre-school with him. Someday I will stop putting your picture outside my door on this day; I will stop sending my thoughts to your p's, and Tyrone; I will get through the day without tears....but not today. I can only hope that you are looking down on my life along with everyone else you loved, so that I can share with you, all the joy it has given me. I love and miss you.
Edward Davis
September 11, 2008
Dear Eric,
It's been sometime but I have never forgotten you. I still remember the way you warmed up a room when you entered. The smiles you put on peoples faces were just a small indication of how you touched them. To our days working in Michigan and the friendship that grew from that time. Take care and I'll be thinking of you.
Travis Smith
September 10, 2008
I worked on the photo montage for Eric's memorial. As this is the closest that this tragedy hit home for me, I think about him every year. So this year as I found this site, I wanted to stop by and share my condolences and prayers with the family.
Rebecca Meyers (Tipton)
August 28, 2008
Eric
I recently moved back to our old neighborhood, and while moving I came across old pictures of you from middle school. Being back home and finding those pictures made me think of you. After 9/11 and hearing how you were living your dream in NYC, your life inspired me to live my dream and for that I want to say, Thank you.
Randy Fountain
March 29, 2008
Eric, It has been 7 years. I write tonight because today I attended the memorial service of our other roommate (Big Daddy) Tom Landry. You both will always hold a special place in my heart. You will never be forgotten and you both better save a cold one for me. See you in due time. The Yooper Randy Fountain
Sandy
February 22, 2008
I did not know Eric, I never met him but when I found out that a fellow Bulldog had perished on 9/11, it hit me hard. By the looks of your picture, i can tell you had a smile that radiated on everyone you met.
Courtney Bennett
September 17, 2007
Just been thinking about you a lot lately. Maybe it's because random things keep reminding me of you, or maybe it's because it's almost been a year since our gram joined you in heaven. Love you like crazy cousin!
Rachele VanWormer (Evanish)
September 11, 2007
Thinking of you and your family on this day and always.
Mechelle Churchfield
January 31, 2007
Several years have gone by since that fateful day, and yet I cannot get you out of my mind Eric. Reading all of the other entries from people put a huge smile on my face, bringing back memories from long ago, from middle school all the way up to college at Ferris. For months before 9/11 I thought about getting on the Ferris alumni website to send you a note to say hi since it had been so many years since we talked. I will always regret not sending that email. I still think of you often, for some reason you are one person from my past that I can never forget or even push to the back of my mind. Probably because you were such a wonderful person and friend. I will never forget the days of us sharing a locker our freshman year and the stuff that meant I had to put up with! When I think of 9/11 I always imagine you there calming everyone else and trying to help anyone you could before the final moments. You always put others first and your loving, caring ways will never be forgotten. I still get tears in my eyes whenever I think of you and my heart breaks for you and all the others that perished that day. Your smiling face is forever etched in my mind and in my heart.
Mechelle (Blanchard) Churchfield
Beverly Rose
October 24, 2006
Betty, Terry and family:
There really hasn't been a day that goes by that I don't think of your loss. Even though I only remember Eric as a beautiful little boy, I do remember him and I think of him and you all often. Tell everyone I say hello and give them my love.
Kristine
October 12, 2006
As I stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vane. We will always remember.
Karen Fripp
September 13, 2006
Today is September 13, 2006 - Five years and two days later and my heart still remains empty. Eric I miss you so much. I do not know why I believed that as the time passed I would deal with missing you, but when a person had the GRAND opportunity to have known YOU it never gets easier becasue your presence was a gift from GOD. I love you and miss you so much. Can't wait to see you again. I can still hear you say to me, "Yeah Girl", and I so often picture the Blimpies trip we took together. I love you so much.
Scott Harrington
September 11, 2006
I don't remember you all that much, I graduated from Kearsley in 1995, I remember your sister Jennifer, but my sister Trisha said she knew you from school. I know its been five years, but I would like to send my condolensces to the family.
P Tabbernor
August 23, 2006
In memory....
August 20, 2006
Think of you often, Kim
Kim Monins
May 9, 2005
I made a quilt block in Eric's memory for the United In Memory 911 Victims Memorial Quilt. He is often in my thoughts.
Michael & Lynnmarie Bennett
December 16, 2003
Eric Bennett, we never knew you, but we were looking through the Remembrance Memorial and found your name and photo amoung three individuals who perished on 9/11/01 with the same last name as ours. My father could be your twin brother...the exact same face and bright smile!!!... and I will send a photo when I can get it into the site. I am sure that we are related somewhere down the line. My dad was a Marine, We have four sons and our second oldest son David just enlisted into the Marines...with one of his motivations being the events of September 11, 2001. We will remember you and pray for you and your family....God Bless the United States of America. None of the victims of 9/11/01 will ever be forgotten by our family.
Anna Potter
September 14, 2003
I am very sorry for your loss and I am praying for you. Remember, He is watching you.
With all of my sympathy,
Anna Potter
Doug Natal
September 12, 2003
Eric and I were piers at Alliance Consulting. He was always a cheerful and happy person. No matter how busy Eric was he was always willing to help me by giving advice. God bless Eric and his family for having to live through this tragic day. God bless America!!
Scott Miller
September 11, 2003
Eric was a good childhood friend. We met through our parents. (Cliff Bemus and Bobbi Thomas) This little writing here can't express the feelings that we all share for him and all that perished in 9/11. My family and I will never forget Eric. This I will promise. All my Brothers and Sisters in the Armed Forces will do whatever it takes, within our power to bring justice for Eric and the other people who perished. This I do vow.
SSG Miller, Scott
Ft. Hood, Texas
" WE WILL NEVER FORGET "
Courtney Eiseler-Ward
September 11, 2003
Eric,
I never knew you, but my husband, Scott, who played football with you at Ferris, feels your loss tremenndously.
You know - we were married two months before you died, and had trouble finding you to invite you to the wedding. Scott finally gave up, knowing that we were moving to Providence from Michigan - and that we could get together when we were a little closer to you. We never imagined what would happen that day. He kept saying how tough you were, and that if anyone would make it out alive it would be you. For weeks he was certain that they would find you, forever the football player, hanging tough. The day after was a foggy day that reminded him of that time when you two went on Spring Break to S. Carolina and it was foggy and he made you drive the whole way while he slept!
On this, the second anniversary of your death, please watch over him and help him to overcome the guilt he is feeling.
We pray for you often and know that you are in heaven.
In admiration of an amazing man that I never met,
Courtney
Kara Ross (Phipps)
July 23, 2003
I found myself missing you today and I wondered around the internet to find something linked to you. It was special to find this site and to read all the wonderful thoughts from your friends I knew while growing up and those who knew you professionally in life. It is great to see that your passion for life touched so many people in so many areas and in so many ways. Your smile, friendship and huge heart will always been in my mind. Thank you for being such an inspiration to so many.
Julie Heyen
January 12, 2003
Eric, I know I have left my mark on here twice, but I wanted to let you know that I have not forgot your memory in this last yr and a half. You and your family are still in my thoughts and prayers. I expect you to give me a tour of the place when I make it up there. (From one alumni to another)
Lillya Nashanchik
October 7, 2002
Eric,
I miss you more than words can say. A lot has changed this year. But you know that. For a long time I thought about that day. I know you took charge and stayed strong and helped our friends. I hope you are all together now.
You were one of the best people to come into my life. I still often look to you for guidance. You will always remain in my heart.I am staying close to Tyrone and Rodrigo.
I love you
Until we meet again...
Lillya
Brigit
September 15, 2002
I am a student at a Catholic Highschool in Ohio. On the one year anniversary of 9/11 we were all given a star with a victim's name on it. I received Eric Bennett. I would just like to know that everyone touched by his life, his friends, and his family will all be in my prayers, along with Eric himself. God bless all of you, and everyone else hurt by this horrific event.
melissa Dunbar-Raymond
September 11, 2002
Eric you are sadly missed by all the people whose lives you touched, sadly missed by your fellow Kearsley and Ferris State Alumni
Stephen
September 11, 2002
The Serenity Prayer
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.
--Reinhold Niebuhr
I knew both of your parents and am a grad from Ferris State. Peace be with the both of you.
Matt Creech
September 11, 2002
I was just one of a vast number of lives you touched in 29 short years. We had almost every class together in 6th grade before I moved away at the end of that year and I am amazed by the vivid memories of what a nice and caring person you were. You were driven and competitive but never gloated in your many, many accomplishments. Doing the play A Christmas Carol stands out and makes me smile each time I think of it. I stayed the night at your house just before I moved and clearly remember your family and how great they were. I hope that they find comfort on the first anniversary of 9-11 and know that Eric will live on in the hearts of thousands of people. God bless you.
Jamie Bennett
March 25, 2002
Eric,
We all miss you. But I know that you are watching us,guiding us. Keep your eye out for the new generation of Bennett's, will ya? Victoria, Katie, Jack, and the next to arrive in May will never know you personally, but when they get old enough to ask us about 9/11, we'll tell them all about you. Your memory and light will live on through them.
We will never forget.
Ramadhan Lucosy
March 12, 2002
Eric may god put your soul in rest pless
Cindy Eversoll
March 11, 2002
I met Eric in December 1996 when we worked for Oracle. I had just moved to New York from California and Eric was an immediate brother to me since we were both from the midwest. Eri and I were "adopted" by our great friend Tyrone, whom had already shaped Eric into a "New Yorker" and I was the next protege. Being away from your family can be hard, but I had great friends in Eric and Tyrone, they became my family. I remember when I first met Eric--I thought he was romantically interested in me--because he was just so sweet and kind to me. It was that bright Eric "light" that shone on me, as I'm sure we have all felt. I miss his smile, his energy, his enthusiasm, I miss his hugs. He lived every single day how we should all live our lives. Eric taught me that and for that, I am forever grateful. I miss you every day my brother. Love, Cindy Sue
Lisa Marks
March 7, 2002
I as met Eric in 1998, when I was assigned to work in the NY OFFICE to help set up the Quality Assurace Dept. Eric worked with me in helping us staff our QA DEPT. On my many visits to NYC, I would always indulge ERIC with great wines from California. I would always bring a few bottles of (FOREST GLEN). We we often go out for drinks and dinner to exchange stories about SF/NY. He would always, keep me laughing and his great big smile would bring a big smile on my face.
I am so happy that I had the opportunity to work with Eric. Over time we had a good frienship as well. He was one of the happiest, nicest and sweetest people I have ever meet I will miss him so much. I LOVE YOU ERIC. May God Bless you always, EVER LASTING LIFE
... You are always in my thought and prayers
Judy Tarasek
March 5, 2002
I met Eric in 1998 when I worked at Bank of America. He worked at Alliance Consulting and we hired our programmers with his help. Our office was brand new, and Eric helped us staff up. We welcomed his smiling face every day. He would walk up to my desk...always happy...always upbeat, thats what I will remember most about him. He was one of the friendliest people I've ever met in my life, and I feel privileged to have known him. The saddest part of losing Eric is that we will no longer be able to share in his happy life...a light has now gone out in my life. Peace be with you, Eric, I will always remember you.
Linda Tali (Nordgaard)
February 17, 2002
I feel that I have been at a loss for words since that horrible day in September. It still feels unbelievable that you were there. It seems like yesterday we were doing the Mexican Hat Dance in second grade for our parents and grandparents to see. Many pool parties, school activities and even our KATS trip to Toronto stand out in all the wonderful memories I have of you. To my elementary sweetheart, god bless and know how loved and missed you are today and for always.
Julie Heyen
February 10, 2002
I know that it is a week last but I just wanted to say that I was looking for and saw Eric's name at the superbowl halftime show!
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