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Todd Eckhardt Obituary
Of Woodbridge, VA, on Wednesday, November 14, 2001 at his home. Todd was a resident of Woodbridge for 19 years. He was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church. Todd was the beloved bass player and song writer for the Washington, DC based SKA Band, the Pie Tasters for seven years. The band played for millions of fans all over the world while touring the US, Canada and Europe. During his travels, Todd entertained both fans and fellow musicians alike with his musical ability and extraordinary charisma. He will be missed by every one he knew and loved. Todd will be remembered for his unlimited compassion for anyone less fortunate, as well as his unique and hilarious sense of humor. Beloved son of Gary and Eileen Eckhardt; brother of Kristy and Stacey Eckhardt; grandson of Grace Eckhardt and Jackie Bryan; nephew of Carol Fischer, Kristin Bryan Pisciotta, Brian Fischer, Ralph Pisciotta, Claudia, Reisha, Mindy, Craig, Lloyd and Bret Bryan; cousin of Julie Gonzalez, Jennifer Homer, Thomas Pisciotta, Teddy Fischer, Quentin, Summer and Miles Bryan; uncle of Bryan and Chase Leppert. Friends may call at MILLER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 3200 Golansky Blvd., Woodbridge, VA on Sunday, November 18, 2001 from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 19, 2001 at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 3200 Old Bridge Rd., Woodbridge, VA at 10 a.m. Interment Fairfax Memorial Park.
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Carol Ann McBride
December 11, 2001
Eileen, I talked to Randy this evening and just heard about Todd. I know how much you and Gary and the girls loved him. My heart goes out to all of you. I'm so sorry for your loss. Carol
Alex Jones
November 19, 2001
To Todd's family;
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Todd was a wonderful young man, and I am so very sorry.
To Todd;
I will never forget the times we shared together. Thank you for being there when I needed you, and for so many wonderful memories. I always, always loved you.
Vikky Caulkins
November 19, 2001
I am so shocked and saddened by the news of Todd's death. My heart goes out to all his family and friends. May the Pietasters live on!
Hannah Wizenberg
November 18, 2001
Those of us with memories of Todd will think of him every time we see eachother. He touched alot of people and we are better for having known him.
Bettty and Don Harris
November 18, 2001
We are fans of The Pietasters and have enjoyed watching Todd perform. We are so saddened by his death.
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