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Eric Bentley Obituary
He was born December 20, 1989 to the late Darrell Bentley and Audrey (Richardson) Bentley of Salisbury, NH. In addition to his mother Eric is also survived by half-brothers, Tim Bentley of Andover, NH, Jim Bentley of Fayetteville, NC and Tom Bentley of Alpine, TX, many aunts, uncles and cousins, two nieces and one nephew.
Eric attended the Merrimack Valley School District and graduated in 2008 from Merrimack Valley High School in Penacook, NH. Eric loved racing go-karts in his childhood at Sugar Hill Speedway in Weare, NH. His passion was reading fan fiction stories and going to the movies with his mother.
There will be no services. Graveside services will be held at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eric Bentley
Joyce McPhail {Bushey}
December 20, 2018
My condolences to the family
Mark Ciarametaro
December 19, 2018
My sincere condolences. I knew Eric when he was a student at MV, really liked him, he was a unique and special young man. I am so saddened by this.
Archie and Debbie Archambault
December 14, 2018
We will always hold the memories at Sugar Hill Speedway with all of you, Audrey, our extended 'Sugar Hill Family' close to our hearts. We share your sadness during this time of confusion. Eric was one special guy and we will never forget his perseverance and determination in his go-kart. He was a great example to his fellow racers. We hope that your fond memories will help sustain you in the difficult days ahead.....
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
If you ever need to talk, we're still here in Henniker......
Mike Mcjuary
December 13, 2018
I was eric supervisor at the state of NH sorry for your loss eric came to work every day willing to lear something new he was very funny man he is missed dearly
Pat Fish
December 12, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family
Sheila St. Germain
December 12, 2018
Audrey,
I am so sorry for your loss. Keep your memories close. Eric will always be in your heart.
Mary & Pete
December 12, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss.
You are all in our prayers.
Love you!
December 12, 2018
Audrey, So sorry for your loss! My son Charlie and he had good times playing football. I always enjoyed his sense of humor and smirk. Heidi St Jacques & Family
Scott Bentley
December 12, 2018
We are truly sorry for your loss Audrey. Words cannot express what your mind is going through. Please accept our condolences and prayers for you and the Bentley Family.
Holly Pickard
December 12, 2018
We will miss Eric he was a very loved nephew and cousin Audrey we love you. Please call if you need anything
Chris & Mike Currier
December 11, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. He loved you so much Audrey. I will keep you in my prayers.
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