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Eric McLeroy Obituary
Eric Ryan McLeroy, born February 12, 1966, died March 15, 2025, at the age of 59.
A native of Athens, GA, Eric was a son of Garnett Wayne and Kay Hansford McLeroy. A graduate of Oconee County High School, he was a Senior Manager for Zaxby's. He was also an accomplished auto mechanic. Eric enjoyed the outdoors and was also an avid collector of Pepsi memorabilia. Eric loved studying history and was an antique enthusiast, especially cars.
Celebration of Life Services will be Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 11:15 AM, at the chapel of Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, (Jimmie Daniels Road) with Pastor Jentezen Franklin officiating. The family will receive friends during the viewing, from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM, at the funeral home.
Survivors, in addition to his parents, include his brother, Zach McLeroy; uncles, Mike McLeroy and Gary Hansford; aunts, Judy McLeroy and Glenda McLeroy; nephews, Hudson McLeroy, and Parker Lipman; niece, Sterling McLeroy; and many extended family members.
A member of Free Chapel in Gainesville, GA, Eric loved the Lord. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate in his memory to Free Chapel, 3001 McEver Road, Gainesville, GA 30504, or online at: https://freechapel.org/give
Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, Watkinsville, is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
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Stacey Barnett
April 17, 2025
I have just learned about Eric's passing. My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. God Bless to all.
Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes
March 22, 2025
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