Eric Hampton
Eric L. Hampton of Stratford entered into eternal rest on Feburary 18, 2019. Born on December 2, 1950, Eric Leif "The Hamp" Hampton was one of nine children born to the late Adolphus Sherman Hampton Sr. and Rosa Lee Hampton in Stamford, Connecticut. Eric married Carol Evangeline Carr in 1981 and from that union came Ashley Carr Hampton, born in 1983.
Eric was proud to be "born, bred and reared" from Stamford, and during his athletic career at the then Rippowam High School he won countless track meets and was a medal-winning sprinter. He would spend the summers of his youth caddying at Rockrimmon Country club where his love for both golf and appreciation of business cultivated. He attended the HBCU Dillard University in New Orleans, LA and then ultimately graduated from the University of Connecticut, where he met the love of his life and best friend, Carol.
Eric launched his financial career as a manager at People's Bank. He earned his Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the University of New Haven and spent the majority of his professional career as an Economic Development Agent for the State of Connecticut until his retirement. He then was appointed by the mayor to serve on the Town of Stratford Redevelopment Agency. He believed that dedication and advice to family-owned businesses were an important part of our community and over the span of his career helped countless local businesses flourish and prosper. He was a devoted family man and spent nearly all of his time with his wife, daughter, and extended family.
Eric had a profound appreciation for the earth and spent his free time gardening; he called it "my version of therapy." He was literally a man of many hats and enjoyed procuring different kinds of hats that he would model for his wife around the house – his gardening hat, his Daytona car racing hat, his photography hat, his landscaping hat, and of course, the fancy hat he would wear when traveling to the shore or attending a local jazz festival. His love for music was born from his familial upbringing and he made sure to have music playing at every opportunity – he called it "ambiance."
Eric went home to be with his Lord on February 18, 2019. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Carol Hampton; his daughter, Ashley Hampton; sister, Jean Woods; two brothers, Adolphus Hampton Jr., Sheldon Hampton; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents as well as sisters Joan, Sheila, Cheryl, Saundra, and brother Drexcel.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Messiah Baptist Church located at 210 Congress Street, Bridgeport, CT. Arrangements are provided by Baker-Isaac Funeral Services.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Feb. 25, 2019.

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Luzine Bickham, Jr

September 12, 2022

Dearest Carol and Ms Ashley - I had the distinct pleasure of becoming "buddies" with Eric in 1968-70 for our freshman and sophomore years at Dillard University in New Orleans. I was from Houston and Eric was from Stratford so we were both foreigners to Louisiana but we hit it off immediately !! Eric didn't return for our junior year and there were no personal computers or internet or cell phones - so I lost contact with my pal - for 52 years. And believe me - I've looked for him for years. This past weekend I finally typed in Eric Hampton - Dillard University and I finally found my old friend...three years too late.
I'm heartbroken :( I can't even imagine your degree of sorrow. He was the coolest dude with huge confidence and character in our late teens so I can only imagine the type of man, husband and father that he grew into. He must have been something special. And just think - I only knew Eric for two years !!! I missed out on a lifetime of great conversations with him. I will never forget my old college pal - Eric Hampton from Stratford, CN.
Luzine B. Bickham, Jr
(504) 913-3773

March 25, 2019

Very sorry for the lost of your loved one May God the hearer of prayers comfort you during this difficult time and give you strength (2 cor. 1:4)

Martha Leredu

March 6, 2019

Today, I was listening to Sam Cook's 'Another Saturday Night' and I immediately thought of Eric singing in our 7th grade math class. What a beautiful voice and smile. He shared his love of music with all his classmates at an early age.
My condolences to his family and friends. -

Ginne-Rae Clay

February 28, 2019

To the Hampton Family,

I am very sorry to hear of Eric's passing. I worked with Eric for many years at the DECD. I always enjoyed his infectious laugh, our morning conversations about music and hearing stories about Ashley as she was growing up, how much he loved his family and his garden.

Keeping you in prayer at this time. May his love comfort you in the days to come.

Ginne-Rae Clay

Lucie Bennett

February 27, 2019

Dear Carol & Ashley,

It was a Sad Day when Eric passed. Talking with him as I walked my dogs was great and had me laughing at times. He will be missed by all of us who had the pleasure of meeting him. You are all in my prayers.

Lucie

Cynthia Peters

February 26, 2019

Dearest Hampton Family:
Words cannot express the thoughts we have for your loss. We share in your grief and pray that the Lord will comfort us all during this sorrowful time.
Eric will be greatly missed and remembered for the wonderful friend and neighbor that he was down through the years. So many memories - far too many to count. Love to you all!
Sincerely,
Brian and Cynthia Dixon Peters

February 25, 2019

So sorry to hear of Eric's passing. We were neighbors of Rosa Lee and Adolphus Hampton for 10 years when Eric was a youngster. So very sorry. God bless his family.
Laurie and Al Lyon From Conn. Ave.

Sandy Jenkins

February 25, 2019

My deepest condolences to Eric's family. I worked with him at the State of CT/Governor's SW Office. Eric was always a professional, knowledgeable, good guy to work around. I'd run into him occasionally at functions, and he was the same friendly guy. He will be missed.

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