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Eric Mahan Obituary

Eric Mahan

Camarillo, CA

Eric Mahan rode off of this Earth in his typical bat outta hell style on Sunday, June 18, 2017. He was 44 years old. The absence of his goofy, crazy, kind soul has left the world dimmer.

Eric is survived by his daughters Brittany Mahan and Mary Mahan, father Roger Mahan, mother Angela Cusolito, wife Amanda Rogers, and a ton of nieces, nephews and in-laws that will forever miss their Uncle Honey. He is also survived by Brittany's mother Shawna Frye, and an extended family of lifelong friends who really wish he would get back here and quit screwing around.

He loved his family, and they loved him. He loved his girls fiercely, they were the shining light of his life. He was everybody's favorite Uncle Honey, and kids would naturally follow this lunatic to the ends of the Earth.

Eric could always be counted on to bring his devilish humor to any situation. His smile and laugh were contagious, frequent, and whole-hearted. He loved music, diesel trucks, Jack Daniel's, Dale Earnhardt (Senior, obviously), his cowboy hat, riding his Harleys, Jeeping, Carhartt overalls, and living life in the fast lane.

To know Eric was to love him, and also generally to want to punch him, just a little. He could always be counted on to be there when he was needed, and anyone who knew him knows he was a true "give you the shirt off of his back" kind of guy. That shirt would probably have been one nobody would want to be seen in anyway, but if you needed it ? it was yours.

Memorial to be held at Freedom Park, Camarillo, July 6th 12-4pm.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Ventura County Star from Jun. 24 to Jun. 25, 2017.

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Lori Rhoades

June 28, 2017

Roger,
I was so saddened to hear of Eric's passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and all of the Mahan family. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Wissel

June 27, 2017

Eric was such a dear sweet soul. We were all so blessed to have had him in our lives.

June 27, 2017

So sorry for your loss Angela and family.

Rick Bassett
FDIC

Jessica Mahan-Holliday

June 26, 2017

Dear Mahan Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and a hug go out to you. May the memories of Eric warmly surround you now and in the future.
With Sympathy,

Dave Mason

June 25, 2017

Still can't believe when I got the news about Eric's passing. My condolences to Eric's family. He was a great friend. His obituary discribes him well and the kind of guy he was. Last time I saw Eric was a few years ago when he came to Vegas, with his wife and daughter. I'm glad we got to meet up, hang out and have many laughs. I wish I knew then, it would've been the last time I would see him. RIP Brother.

Maureen Vernon

June 25, 2017

Roger, Angie, and entire Mahan family my heart breaks for all. May his love and special memories carry you through this trying time. I know losing a child isn't easy from seeing Mom deal with it. May God be with all, my prayer's and thought's are with all. Love you all. RIP Eric.

Rena Brown

June 24, 2017

Love you so much sweet Eric defender of the meek and backer of the strong. Will miss you until we meet again. You're gone way too soon my friend.

Marilyn Olsen

June 24, 2017

My condolences to Roger and Angela and Eric's family. So sorry to hear of his passing. Though I did not have the privilege of knowing him as an adult I thoroughly enjoyed his company as a child. He was sweet and kind.

Marlene Joseph

June 24, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with my Granddaughters Brittany and Mary, and Eric's Dad Roger and his Mother. This is truly so hard...I shouldn't be writing this....I should be telling you this Eric!!! I loved you Eric from the day you kept riding your bicycle back and forth in front of our house on Cartagena St. Once you came inside our house I don't think you ever left!! I was always trying to get you and Jason to try something different to eat, and I would try and trick you, but after once or twice....you didn't trust me any longer....lol. I remember you always loving music....Guns and Roses then...made my head hurt!.....and you making fun of Country Music...and then years later....Wow...you were listening to Counrty!! I have so many memories!!! and I'm so I happy I do! I guess the best memory was when you and Shawna had Brittany although it was touch and go for a while it turned out BEAUTIFUL!! You were an awesome Dad Eric...your relationship with your daughter was an obvious Love Story!! I remember thinking "is that little girl going to ever sleep by herself or learn to walk"? She was always sleeping on your chest.....and I won't mention at 18 months old she was lifting her leg and making fart noises from her mouth.....a cute trick daddy taught her!
Eric you are an amazing person, I will always cherish my memories and Thank You for the greatest gift of all Your Daughter Brittany Nicole Mahan.....always in my heart.

June 24, 2017

My Condolences to the family and friends of Eric. RIP

Kristy Harper Burleson

June 24, 2017

My thoughts are with the Mahan family during this difficult time.

Gary and Vicki Brown

June 24, 2017

Prayers to the Mahan family.....we're so sorry for your loss.

Beth Appling

June 24, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers to you and your family. May he Rest In Peace in Gods loving arms
Love

Jeanna Wolfrey-Backer

June 24, 2017

So I absolutely love this story about Eric's life. We all had a little part of this and he will live in our memories forever! Love you Mahans! Praying for everyone everyday.

Bob & Sara Alviani

June 24, 2017

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Eric was a wonderful young man with a huge heart. Even as a young boy, we will always remember his great smile as he walked into the room. Our condolences to Angela.

Bob Spahr

June 24, 2017

Ourcondolences to the Mahan family for this loss! We understand better than most, how a loss like this hurts the family!

Kaen White

June 24, 2017

My deepest condonlences to Roger and Angela on the loss of their beloved son Eric. Blessings and prayers to Eric's two lovely daughters and the extended Mahan family and friends, may you all cherish the many happy times and funny stories you all had with Eric and each other. Eric will never be forgotten.

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