Name: Calling hours for Eric A. Stumpo
Start: 2019-10-01T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-10-01T23:00:00.000Z
Location: O'Neill-Hayes Funeral Home - Newport

Eric A. Stumpo
Eric Andrew Stumpo, 69 of Newport and Riverside, RI passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Rhode Island Hospital after a brief illness. He was the husband of Deborah A. DeMarco, his life partner of 48 years.
Born in Newport, RI, a son to the late Doris (Kane) Stumpo and Alfredo Stumpo, and grandson to the late Nora O' Donovan Kane and Andrew Kane, also of Newport. Eric is survived by his godson Charles Phillip Allard and his cousin Mr. James O'Leary, and countless friends.
Eric was a poet and songwriter, guitarist, bassist and vocalist for the band Plan9 and recorded numerous record albums of merit. The band was recently inducted into Rhode Island's Music Hall of Fame. Eric was a music teacher and mentored many students, inspiring them to play and write music. Eric also enjoyed antiques and collectables and traveled throughout the North East to both buy and sell them. Eric also enjoyed fashion photography, working with local and regional model talent. A member of St Mary's Parish, he also served as Alter Boy in his youth.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, October 1 from 4-7pm in the O'Neill-Hayes Funeral Home, 465 Spring St., Newport. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Wednesday, October 2 at St. Mary's Church, Newport at 10AM. Burial will be private.
Donations in his honor may be made to Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice, 1184 East Main RD, Portsmouth, RI 02871.
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Published by Newport Daily News from Sep. 30 to Oct. 2, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Eric Stumpo

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John Battles

September 22, 2022

Eric asked me if there was a Garage scene in Dallas, I said , no , it's just a lot of REM wannabees. He said , don't those kids know that stuff is dead ?

John Battles

September 22, 2020

I only got to hang out with Eric that one time , but he proved to be a very cool person. Plan 9 was no cookie cutter Garage band , Eric stood out from the crowd.

Robin Moore

January 6, 2020

I met Eric and Deb at the Electric Banana in Pittsburgh PA many moons ago. I had purchased some great 60's 45's from them earlier and now had a chance to see their band, Plan 9. Great people, very friendly. Did not learn
of his passing until I saw his name in the latest issue of "Ugly Things". Take care Deb Robin

John Battles

December 15, 2019

I met Eric Stumpo , and the rest of Plan 9 , in Dallas in 1986. The band was playing at Club Dada. It was a sparse turnout as The Red Hot Chili Peppers were playing the same night , to which I said , "SO ?!". Eric asked me if there was a place nearby where the band could get pizza. They were not going to play until they had pizza . You could not even get a hot dog in the Deep Ellum club district in '86 , prior to the proliferation of fancy eateries....

I advised them that there was probably a pizza place on Lower Greenville Ave. , about a 10 minute drive. He asked if I'd come along and show them how to get there. HANG OUT WITH PLAN 9 AND RIDE IN THEIR SCHOOL BUS ? DID YOU SAY "DEAL"? We had a good time , but , the only pizza place we could find was a real high tone Italian restaurant. We got some funny stares from the git - go. One woman asked Eric , "Where did you get your shoes? I like them !". "Thanks." , he replied . "They're called sneakers.".

The show itself was fantastic. THE BAND , 7 OR 8 STRONG AT THE TIME, WERE ALL CONNECTED BY ONE PULSEBEAT , WITH Eric's Guitar and vocals searing and soaring in a way that would have made Roky Erickson proud. But , I'm sure Roky's already told him that.

To Eric's family and friends , please accept my condolences.

John Battles , Chicago.

Bob Martel (Dark Cellars)

November 14, 2019

I just did a Google Search because I had a Plan 9 song stuck in my head and I wanted to send a note to Eric and Deb to tell them both how much the band means to me and how after 35 years or so have passed that they still are a part of my musical life. I listen to their work and enjoy it often. So very sad to find this news when I did my Google search. Deb, I hope this message reaches you with my thoughts of sorrow for your loss and of remembrance of the great happiness that Eric brought to the lives of those around him. I always enjoyed our conversations at the shows in Boston. And I still have very fond memories of the 1985 party in Shannock that you hosted. We bow - we most certainly bow - in remembrance of Eric's kindness and musical talents.

Jerry MacDonald

November 11, 2019

Always enjoyed talking to him about our shared interest in classic rock bands and popular culture.Will miss seeing him at Mansfield and Braintree card shows.God bless your infinite soul in Heaven.

October 1, 2019

Deb, I'm so sorry to hear of Eric's passing. Thinking of you. I'm so glad I was able to be there for the Hall of Fame induction gig - it was amazing! He is an unforgettable guy and I was glad to know him.

xo,

Keri (Florence) Brennan

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