Eric W. Wormstedt

I'm still thinking of you. I hope you are with Brooke. I miss you Buddha. P.S. I bought the house. I'm sure you already knew that.

hi brother,
it took untill today to muster the courage to talk to you. your passing at such an age and so suddenly cut really deep. so deep in fact that i feel that i have been walking around numd ever since. but today that all changed. today i was taking my break at work and found myself daydreaming about trout fishing. so i got on the computer and found myself looking at pictures of trout fishing on the connecticut river, and son of a gun if you didn't come popping out of those photos right in front of me. you were there waitng for me, i should have known. the next thing to come to mind was the paper you wrote about your favorite day of the year and how it starts building with idle day dreams during the winter. i'm there brother, i am there.
a wise freind of mine was trying to comfort us after your funeral and said to me that it was okay if we mourned your passing, it was a sign that we loved deeply and that is something that could not be taken away by death. so as we go forward in our life we carry your memory with us me and remember the love that was always present in our family. with these in our heart we know that things will be okay.
so now that i have kind of bared all and shed my hard guy image i can with all of my heart say that we love you and we miss you tremendously.
so as winter is setting in and the thoughts and dreams of yet one more opening day starts to churn in the depths of my being you can rest assured that i will find you again, it's only natural. i will bring you your rod in the spring. who knows maybe just maybe we'll catch the big one this year with your help.

I'm sorry for the loss of Eric and my deepest sympathy goes out to the Wormstedt family. I knew Eric in high school through mutual friends/classmates and was sadden to hear of his passing.

Kenny and family,
I'm so very sorry to hear about Eric my prayers are with you and your family.

Eric and I served in the 82d together. We were the only two people from CT in our Company (A Co, 82d Sig BN). We served together in the gulf. We also shared a love for the Grateful Dead. The weekend I came home from the Army, he was waiting for me with beers. I spent the weekend with him at his house and we partied like vikings on the river and ate a ton of ice cream. I ran into him a few times since we came home and he was always smiling and had a big bear hug waiting for me.
He will be missed.

Eric, Nothing is the same with out you. Holidays, the shop, parties or anything else for that matter. Life is different! I know your up above watching over everyone that you loved but we all want you here. You were taken from us way to soon! We miss you so much. I actually saw you last night in my dream. It was so real. I kept asking if you were real until you came over and gave me a hug and a kiss. I touched your face and even felt your sweat. We said that we loved each other and you walked away. I woke up and thanked god for your visit. It meant a lot. I was so worried about doing you proud in your eulogy, I think your visit was to finally let me know that I did. I love you and will see you again some day.
Love, Regina(Rags), Dave, Kayla, and Jordan

Just like some of us that grew up in this town, I've known Eric and his family since we were in elementary school. We were best buds growing up, and remained good friends as we got older and went on our own journeys. As kids, we used to go down to the scantic and fish all day, then head back to his house and hang out at the "shop". It only seemed like yesterday as I look back and will remember my
life-long friend as that simple kid with the big dimples who loved the outdoors. Eric, you will always be missed, your friend Jr.

I got to know Eric through our mutual friend Tim Frerking Engstrom. It was clear he was a genuinely big-hearted person who took his family and his friends seriously. There aren't many guys like that in this world. He will be missed.

To the Wormstedt family and friends:

There are no words to express the sadness we feel with Eric's passing. He was truly the best son, brother, uncle, and friend a person could wish for and he took all of these roles seriously. A testament to this was the many friends who came to pay their last respects. Please know that our thoughts are prayers are with all of you and that Eric is now with Bud, Faithey, and Wayne, and that you now have another angel watching over you. We loved Eric dearly and will miss him always.

ERIC- I WILL MISS YOU

Eric was my uncle. He always makes me smile. rip 1971-2008

Eric was one of the few great people in the world that would make you smile every time he walked in the room. Hold those memories in your heart and he will always be with you. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

My deepest sympathies to the Wormstead family.

May the good Lord give you the strength to carry on and honor Eric's name. He left a lasting impression on all who knew him. Too bad that he was not given more time to develop even more and to touch more people. May you rest in peace, Eric. Sincerely,Mr. J. Cezus, retired Teacher, EWHS

To Eric's Family:
What a special person Eric was to each of you. We are so very sorry that he passed away so young--we know you'll cherish the wonderful memories you have of all the good times you shared with him. You have been in our thoughts and prayers this week, and we'll continue to keep you in them.
With sincere sympathy,
Kathy and Dick Geltzer

We the class of 1971 grieve over the untimely loss of Eric and the devastating impact this passing must have on the Wormstedt family. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you all.

eric..my buddy, my pal, my co-worker...Im honored to have a chance to have known you and greatly appreciate the influances you had on me. Never out there to take advantage of someone, and that infectious laugh you just couldn`t help to join in with!! I will never ever forget you my friend, your honesty and good nature will live on thru me. so very sad you were takein from us so soon and my heart goes out to the ones you have touched and left behind.. rest in peace!

I will remember Eric as long as I live.Everyone remembers where they were on 9/11& who they were with for me it was Eric we worked at U.ofH. together & spent alot of time together going for long drives at lunch. deep conversations.Played cards together on tuesday nights.Even taught him to shoot a compound bow.Even though we lost touch I will always have many fond memories.May god comfort all who feel his loss with the memory of his smile.

Eric,
I remember the very first time I met you. You were about 12 years old. You smiled at me and then ducked behind a fence post and blushed. I was very lucky to watch you grow and get to know the kind and witty and sweet child you were. I also remember the first and only time I seen you in your uniform. The young man that stood before me took my breath away. It was at that moment I realized what a handsome, honorable, respectable, caring gentleman that you became. You were a very special friend. Men like you, Eric, come along once in a lifetime. We will miss you.

Rose, Gary & Family -

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my prayers.

Eric was a friend,
Eric was a neighbor,
Eric was a brother,
He was like no other!
His laugh, his smile, and his presence
Was nothing but pure essence.
May he be remembered for a long time and always bring us sunshine!

Eric will truly be missed by many people. We will never forget the characteristics that made him who is was. My deepest sympathy goes out to all his family and friends in this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

All of your friends (including the four legged ones) miss you so much at the barn. You will always be in our hearts.

Eric aka The Man,
You have helped me through so much. I will miss talking to you every night for hours, our deep talks, and our silly ones.... I know Bryan was up there waiting for you, so now you two can party together. You were taken too soon and I will always hold a piece of you in my heart...a piece to replace the one you took when you left. Thank you for touching my life, I'm a better person because of you. Love you and Miss You, Jeanine

Our deepest sympathy to the family
of Eric Wormstedt. Eric was here in Tulsa, Okla. in May, 1998 for his best friend, Bryan Christianson's wedding and again, May 16th, 2008 (2 1/2 months ago) as the pallbearer for our son, Bryan's funeral. Eric and Bryan were like brothers and they both served in the 82nd Airborne Divison in Desert Storm. He was such a very fine gentleman and we know he will be missed by so many who loved him. Just know that Bryan escorted Eric to his heavenly home to be together forever.

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Eric. May you find strength and love in each other during this difficult time. Billy, you were a great friend to him and I want you to know you are also in my heart and prayers.
Love Nikki's Mom

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. With our deepest sympathy,

My deepest sympathy on the death of Trooper Erick W. Wormstedt. He will always be part of the 82nd Airborne family.

The Rev. Canon Robert G. Carroon, Chaplain, Connecticut All Yankee Chapter, 82nd Airborne Association

I was Eric's babysitter for his first three years of life. I am saddened by his death. I am grateful I saw him at my father-in-law's funeral. I will always remember him. Gary and Kenny, you are in my prayers.

Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Eric and PJ got along well and he will be missed. PJ is working in Las Vegas so I will send this to him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Peter & Frances Keenan

I haven't seen Eric in a long time, but that doesn't seem to change the sorrow I feel. My heart goes out to your family! Bless you, Shannon Leigh Healy Coubal

Eric...a wonderful, honorable, and wise man. A super neighbor. A true friend. You are greatly missed. We can all recall many great times in your presence. Woolam Road - and the majical way it keeps us all near - will never be the same again. Your beeping passes, your back yard strolls, your infectious laugh, your fun and caring nature. It's hard to believe we won't have those anymore. You obviously fulfilled your purpose here and are on to party with God and all the rest who went before. Show everyone up there a good time - like always. We'll see you again, Brother!
Be at PEACE.

Losing a cherished friend is never easy. Eric was one of my best friends in high school and brought so much joy to so those around him. His smile, his laugh, and wondrous spirit will be deeply missed. I wish I could be there so say goodbye. My heart goes out to all is his familiy and friends whose lives he touched. May he live in your hearts forever...

Uncle Eric,
You were more like a brother then an uncle. I'll always remember all our good times like fishing and camping and partying together. We lost you too soon. I love you, we'll keep you alive in our memories.

From miracle baby to strong and honorable man, your life has touched many. You will be missed.

Buddha,

Words cannot express the emptiness and pain we feel in losing you so soon. May the years of laughter and love we shared and all of our memories help to comfort us. Our prayers are with Gary and Rose and all of your family and friends. May you be at peace with God. We will miss you always...
Love,
Marc & Di, Eric & Jess, Jer, Chris & Mike

Dear Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God bless you.

Deepest sympathy during this difficult time. There are no words to express the feeling of losing a friend. I will just have to remember the good times.... Playing cards in the cabin, catfishing, and the cheshire grin that Eric would wear. You will be missed buddy!!!!

Gary, Kenneth, June and Carol.
I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of holidays spent together so long ago. My heart breaks for all of you.
Judy Nelson Willett

I have only met you once...my friend.
I respect and honor you greatly.
You have had a profound influence in my wife; Shelley Griffin-Cantrell's life. I've heard many funny stories of her growing up with you. I pray that God would comfort and and give peace to all the family and friends of this truly great man.
Sincerely,
~Jeff Cantrell~