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Eric Schwietz Obituary
He was born on January 12, 1964 in Kittery, ME.
He was the youngest child of Tom and Ethel Schwietz. As a child Eric lived in several states, moving to Louisville as a young teen. His favorite childhood memories were spent with his cousins on a lake in Wisconsin. He graduated from St Xavier High School in 1982. He attended Stanford University, where he competed on the swim team throughout his college career. After graduating from Stanford, Eric followed an unconventional path. For more than 10 years he traveled the world, taking temporary jobs to fund his adventures. He was comfortable in any setting, but especially embraced the local cultures of third world countries. In his mid-30's he decided to go to medical school. After he graduated from the University of Louisville in 2004, Eric completed an ophthalmology residency. He joined an ophthalmology group on the north coast of California in 2008. Eric never married but endeared himself to an extended family and many friends.
He leaves behind his parents, Tom Sr. and Ethel; stepmother, Janice Emery; older siblings, Tom Jr., Leigh Anne, Teresa and Monica. He was dearly loved and will be sadly missed.
Eric would be honored if you remembered him by living your lives to the fullest.
Memorial donations in Eric's name can be made to the California Transplant Donor Network, 1000 Broadway, Suite 600, Oakland, CA 94607, (888) 570-9400, www.ctdn.org.
Friends are welcome to join a celebration of Eric's life on Saturday, October 3, in the undercroft of St. Agnes Church (Aloysius Hall). There will be a prayer service from 1-1:30 p.m. and a time for meeting and sharing from 1:30-2:30 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Eric Schwietz
Patti your favorite cousin
August 4, 2025
Always think about you at the cabin ! Ya always said you were gonna buy the hill across the lake wish you could have Miss you
Monica smith
September 25, 2023
thinking about you Eric
Nina Moore
January 14, 2022
I often wonder what would of been. You were such an exceptional person and the girls and I think about you so often. You would be so proud of them.
Still miss you,
Nina
Louise and Bob
January 10, 2022
We,too, miss you. We'll never forget that white Mercedes stuffed with boletes.
Amanda Marksberry
September 25, 2019
It has been 10 years and every night that I look up to the night sky, I always think that the brightest star in the sky is you! I miss you.
Larry Sullivan
November 23, 2017
It is with great sadness that I find this site. Eric had a tremendous impact on me personally when I was a lifeguard at Alpine Hills where he taught swimming while at Stanford. I was inspired to push myself in surfing and I think about him every day when I paddle out. While I lost track of him when I went to graduate school, I always felt the world was a better place knowing that he was there making mischief. The world is a lesser place with him gone. Peace on him. L
September 14, 2011
i miss you eric. love,Monica
December 11, 2010
I was in med school with Eric. I didn't know him well, but he was always friendly and positive. I just learned that he had passed away. I'm very sorry to hear about it.
December 4, 2010
Eric, today, your niece Roxanne started to cry and said she missed you and wished she could see you. WE miss you at so many weird moments and think of you always. Monica
carl wescott
November 6, 2010
Eric, we think of you and toast to you often. The thoughts are daily... a recent toast was at Benu for Monette's birthday, where we had abalone in your honor. Much love and respect. The Larch
Amanda Marksberry
November 1, 2010
I lite a candle for you as thoughts of you weigh heavy on my mind! The meetings at "the club", the smiles, hugs and hanging out at the track! I only have fond memories of laughter, smiles and the most beautiful energy when I spent time with you! I miss you and will always lite a candle in remembrance of the special but brief time you graced my life! Thank you!
Norma Oberst
October 26, 2010
We have known Eric since he was an outstanding swimmer at Lakeside Swim Club here in Louisville. He was a good friend to our son, Charlie and daughter Alicia. Eric spent a lot of time at our home and in our basement with with our children and other swimmers. He was a wonderful young man and is missed by all who knew him.
Our sympathy goes out to his family in their loss.
The Oberst Family (Louisville, Ky)
September 21, 2010
Dear Eric,
Our whole office took yesterday off to celebrate you and the short time we had together. We called it "Eric Day" and will make it an annual event. We made T-shirts with your portrait, the dates of your birthday and day you passed, and your quote, "If you find a way to better the world, you will find peace." We rented a van and hired a driver to drive us to all the places you loved and frequented, and re-created your last day (with the obvious exception of how it ended) and ended up where you were probably headed--the Ocean Grove restaurant and bar. You would have had a blast. Everywhere we went, people saw our t-shirts and remembered you well. Rob at the Moose club got teary-eyed several times as he recalled knowing you. A woman recalled how you and she would pretend to be in Jamaica on the back porch of Central Station. Scores of people at each place we went--it was really amazing, but not surprising to us that you are still missed and remembered so well around here. We also went to Central Station and the Clam "Digger" Inn and had lunch at Luzmilla's. We also left an orchid and flowers at your crash site. I was quite moving. We all drank too much tequilla and beer and margaritas, though we heard from more than one person that your drink of choice was Crown and Coke.
We continually get comments from patients who miss you dearly, too. James gets teary whenever he comes in. Stanley is due to finally get a new kidney. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I wish you were still here so bad, I mourn the times we didn't get together. Amy had a dream about you recently; we were just hanging out, you were happy, joking, laughing your hearty laugh and smile. That's how I remember you most. I'll never forget you--how could I when every day I'm reminded of you. I talk to you in our in our office bathroom wall of pictures. I can't count the number of times I've become teary upon leaving the building at night. You probably hear me tell you I miss you, Eric, man". I do. I really miss you, dearly.
Your partner,
Mike
September 17, 2010
Dear Eric,
Ruffy Bow Wow, Mikey, Super Baby, Super boy, then just Super, and God only knows how many other names you've gone by. Now my son carries your name, not because of you of course, but I'm glad that I get to use the name so often, the family resembalance is striking! You've been so much to so many through the years, I'm not only sorry that I won't get to share a sliver your world, hear your stories I'm sorry that my boys won't be able to laugh with you and let you teach then some of the magic that was Eric! I'll always think of you when I go to the CA coast!
Missing you my brother!
Teresa
September 17, 2010
Dear Eric,
I remember the day you were born. Dad left us older kids in the car (January, in Maine) while he visited you and Mom. When you were two you decided to stop walking, and for weeks wanted to be carried everywhere. As a little boy you didn't know your colors for the longest time. You had a beloved rock collection--at age 5 you insisted on taking it when we moved across the country. When I was in medical training in No. Calif. you were at Stanford. You'd come to our parties and say things like: "So there is life after 21!" We went to the Trocadero Ballet together, it was hilarious. You got even with me years later, taking me to the Motherlode club in SF, it took me a few minutes to recognize everyone (but us) was in drag. I looked forward to hearing about your adventures (and misadventures) as you worked and traveled. I miss you terribly. You are still on autodial in my phone. Your loving sister, Leigh Anne
September 17, 2010
Dear Eric, it has been a sad year without you, you are missed and loved.
your sister, Monica
January 18, 2010
I'm glad that I got to meet you. I was excited to know I had another cousin! It was so much fun fishing with you at the cabin. I'll miss you not coming back there. Hope you can swim and fish in Heaven. Love your 2nd cousin, Jack
January 18, 2010
It was great spending the time we did at Trade Lake together! You were fun to be around and I enjoyed fishing with you and my kids. You will surely be missed. Wish you could have made it ice fishing last year! Patti's husband, Steve
January 18, 2010
Hi "Mickey" aka, Eric Schwietz. If I'd known you weren't coming back here, I'd never had let you go! Nobody gave hugs like you! We'll miss and love forever. Happy fishing.
Love, Aunt Kay and
Uncle Clayt
December 22, 2009
Eric was like my other brother than he was my cousin. I am Erics cousin from MN. I spent every summer growing up with him. He was always kind to everyone and always wanting to help! And always wanted his back scratched! We rode horses together and fished. He always tried to teach me to swim...but I was too scared! The last time he was driving from Kentucky to California, he dropped by our family cabin in WI. We were all so happy and surprised to see him. Had all his belongings in his car. Thats how he was. A free spirit kind of guy. Money and "things" didn't really matter to him. Being happy and making other people happy mattered to him. I will miss him, as I already do. Right after his death, my 8 year old son, Jack, said prayers one night. He asked that Eric could go fishing in the boat with God. I hope God heard. God bless you, Mikey. Love your cousin, Patti.
Dan Blekeberg
December 21, 2009
I will miss seeing Eric’s smile . He always had a good thing to say about everyone, always a positive attitude, and that big smile. From the time he was a small boy he would go to his Grandma’s cabin on Trade Lake. As he grew older he enjoyed going out in the boat with a few life preservers for a bed and lay in the boat as the waves rocked him to sleep. It also was a little quite time for him when Gertie and Bud were there, LOL.
Eric grew up to be a very big man. I remember giving him a horseback ride when he was young at the cabin when we went places. At Gertie’s 90th. Birthday party, he gave me the horseback ride, it was very funny.
I asked him what he was going to do when he finished his residence , he said he wanted to go to Africa to work with the poor. He was never a materialistic person. I remember going to visit him when he lived in Santa Cruz. He lived in an old travel trailer, which was very roughing it. He didn’t care, he was happy no matter what.
He had the athlete’s mentality to push his limits to the fullest. He wanted to shoot my bow one year when I was archery hunting by Gertie’s cabin. I mentioned that it would hurt his fingers with out a shooting tab when he pulled the bow back, as mine didn’t fit him. He said, “ It is only pain”. The swimmer mentality came out. From the swim set’s he told me about in college, I knew he was able to handle pain, they sounded brutal !
He was more like a brother than a cousin to me.
Dan Blekeberg
Robin Kindig
November 1, 2009
As a physician and internist, loss comes regularly. Learning of Eric's death was espectially poignant. He and I were interns together, and then renegade residents. He always told me how beautiful I was after a night of call, which made us both laugh, and he would kiss me on the cheek no matter what. His hugs were unmatched. We ate many bad Jewish Hospital sandwiches together. He never complained about his schedule, and was truly my inspiration on many days. Never had anyone taught me so much about mushrooms. I cant wait to see him again.
Lisa Buese Gani
October 30, 2009
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Eric and my sympathy goes out to his family. I swam with him at Lakeside and then we both attended and swam at Stanford. While we were not close, I have a memory of that of a young intelligent and caring man with a constant uplifting smile and zest for life. His caring nature and accomplishments are a true testament to his family and to his life.
God bless him.
Derek Oppen
October 28, 2009
I'm devastated at Eric's death. He was one of my closest friends in California. I hadn't talked to him since his trip to Romania, and I regret that. My condolences to his extended family.
Eric during his days as a Stanford swimmer
October 28, 2009
Mark Michael
October 27, 2009
Eric and I had a shared passion for surfing during college, though neither one of us was very good at it. My fondest recollection of Eric was one magical day we spent riding borrowed motorcycles up and down the California Coast. He was Mr. Free-Spirit. A fiercelly independent guy with a big heart, big brain and a sly grin. My condolences go to his family.
Jasmine Stover
October 25, 2009
Thank you Eric for always "shooting straight from the hip". You saved my husband from a lifetime of blindness! I will never forget the kindness you bestowed upon us.
Linda Winkler
October 25, 2009
Eric has taught us all to make the most of our time here. His zest for life and compassion for others was no accident as his mother, Ethel, is a remarkable parent, teacher, and friend who modeled these traits and loved her handsome, talented, adventuresome, fun-loving son unconditionally. It is obvious from the wonderful comments here that Eric will never be forgotten. I know that the stories and comments that have been left are a comfort to his family.
Chr Hayes
October 21, 2009
I was devistated to hear about Eric. We were close during the 80's at Stanford and then fell out of touch of many years. We hooked up again at a friend's wedding several years ago, and it was like the intervining years never happened - Eric had a way of making everyone feel so comfortable. Just terrible, terrible news - he will be sorely missed.
terry moore
October 20, 2009
Eric was a pleasure and quite a laugh to work with. those of us here at Bargetto Winery in Soquel,Ca that knew him before med school all miss him greatly and his unlikely visits and stories from his work and travels. the short time he was here was an inspiration of and to life.
terry moore
Tim Lipman
October 20, 2009
I go way back to Stanford in the 1980s with Eric, and have many memories of good times from the prime of our lives. My thoughts are with his family and those who knew him well -- he touched so many with his caring and brilliance. I am deeply saddened by the loss of such a great friend, but his depth of spirit and endless mirth will live on in our hearts and memories.
Rhonda Foreman
October 12, 2009
So many people loved Eric. He had a very powerful, caring and giving personality. The energy and excitement he brought to others could stir the feelings deep inside a person.
He was electric! I miss him so much and am having a hard time with him not being here. I am so sad and feel such loss. He could drive me crazy in ways that nobody else could even touch. He could push a situation and he loved it. I can still see him smiling and laughing inside. We never bored each other and both realized what a rare thing that was. He was a man not afraid to cry, laugh or tell you his true feelings. To his family, I am so sorry. He loved and talked about you often. He was looking forward to your visit. To his many and best friends, how lucky we are to have shared his company, he was the master in the art of living. He pursued his vision of excellence in what ever he did.
It was comforting to have meet so many family and friends and it felt good having you here sharing Eric's house and life. I think he did finally find a place to call home.
I hope his family and many friends can find some comfort. He was truly amazing and I am so much better for having known him. Thank you for the gift of Eric. I miss and love him so much. Our worlds are less without him but I hope we can find his strengths to make us the best we can.
Eric did and I am so grateful for all that he shared. Love you Eric...
Sherry Moore
October 10, 2009
It was New Years Eve and my son, husband, and I were getting ready to go to an evening party. As I was putting on my make-up I noticed one of my eyes was partially blood shot. So I called my eye doctor and Dr. Schwietz answered. He was on call that evening and the new doctor in town. He was so friendly, assuring, and down to earth. I told my family to get in the car. We were headed for the Humboldt Fairgrounds in Ferndale. "What?" they both said. "Yes, the Doc wants to see me there. He's at a gymkana watching his girlfriend and her daughter compete. And it's on our way to the party in Eureka.When we got there I had my cell and Doc had his. It was dark and noisy with lots of fans in the stands. He was trying to direct me to him with his funny description of what he looked like. People were waving at me and saying hi, and the guy I thought was Eric turned out to be my neighbor motioning me over. It was pretty dark. Finally, I found the Doc in the stands.He tried to look in my eye. We both laughed and realized it wasn't the place to look in my eye being so dark with the surrounding crowd and noise. He said lets go into this little vacant dark food shack next to the arena. As we started down the stairs he ask if I'd mine watching his girlfriend and her daughter who were up next to compete. So we did and cheered on for them. Next thing we were in the dark food shed. We were looking for a light switch. No light. Lots of apologizing and joking went on. Then my husband produced a flashlight. So that's how the Doc checked out my eye. He told me he had been in worse conditions in Nepal. When I went to his office a couple days later, the receptionist had said. "So you're the one he met under different conditions at the Fairgrounds." The Doc had told the staff and they had all got a kick out of it. What a special person. Our family will never forget him.
Sincerely, Sherry, Mike and Brian Moore
Dar Dwyer
October 7, 2009
My husband, Peter, and I were desvastated to learn of this tragic and senseless loss. My prayers are with his family.
med school graduation
October 7, 2009
from your family
Monica smith
October 7, 2009
WE will be keeping Eric's guest book online for 1 year, please continue to add and re-read to keep Eric's memory alive!
WE love you , Eric!
Pinocchio's San Fran July 2008
Sarah Smith
October 7, 2009
Eric is and will remain an inspiration to all who knew him. He lived out loud fearlessly and earnestly. His acceptance and genuine concern for all is to be marveled. He was a gentleman, scholar, and friend. I am grateful to have known Eric and will dearly miss him. I send my deepest sympathy to his family and loved ones.
Dinner at Pinocchio's in San Fran July 2008
Sarah Smith
October 7, 2009
Eric is and will remain an inspirtion to all that knew him. Eric lived out loud, fearlessly and earnestly. His genuine care for others would often supersede his own comfort. He was a scholar, gentleman, and friend. I am greatful to have know Eric and will miss him dearly. I send my deepest sympathy to his family and loved ones.
VyVy Young
October 7, 2009
I knew Eric for many years, through medical school and then residency too. I remember his friendly spirit, his easy smile, but most of all, his zest for life. Last summer, he drove several hours down to San Francisco to meet me and some of my friends and to wander around the city with us. We had such a good time! When I couldn't convince anyone else to try the fresh boiled crabs with me on Fisherman's Wharf, he didn't hesitate... just dove right in, hands first. We laughed so much that day. The world has suffered a great loss.
To Eric's family, please know that he touched so many, many lives... on a personal as well as professional level. He will be greatly missed, but as long as we all hang onto these kinds of memories, he will not be forgotten.
Braving the wind for crab, San Fran July 2009
October 7, 2009
Laura
October 7, 2009
My condolences to Eric's family for their unexpected and tragic loss. May you find comfort in the radiant memory that Eric has left with those of us that had the pleasure of spending time with him. Though I didn't know him long, I was lucky enough to spend hours wandering around San Francisco with him and my girlfriends. He was all that everyone has written...and more. I will always remember his smile and the endless laughter we shared that weekend.
You will be missed, Eric. But I will see you always in my mind in San Franscisco on the Warf as we braved the chilly wind to enjoy the crab!
Susan
October 7, 2009
I only recently became one of his patients but had really enjoyed meeting him and felt instantly that he cared about me and my eyes. I am stunned to hear of his passing and my heart and sympathies go out to his family and friends.
October 6, 2009
A wonderful person, always with a smile and kind word for everyone. A gentle soul. So sorry to hear of his passing. May his family find peace in knowing how many lives Eric touched.
Marcia Seiler
October 6, 2009
Tom
I was so saddened by this news and am sorry for your loss. I know you were so proud all he accomplished. He lived life to the fullest!
Marcia
Kassi Marshall
October 6, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Eric throughout medical school and our intern year. He was always smiling and made work enjoyable. He was phenomenal with patients, especially children. I remember being on call with him on Christmas Eve at Kosair Children's; we had Taco Bell for our dinner and laughed the entire time! I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss and the world's loss. Please know your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Erin Owen
October 6, 2009
Eric and I were interns together at Kosair and we often worked together once he moved on to his ophthalmology residency. Eric always had a joke or story to tell that would brighten up my day. I was deeply saddened when I heard of his passing. We have definitely lost a good one. May your family find some peace in this terrible time of loss.
Carrie Mae Smith
October 5, 2009
To understand why I haven't stopped crying since hearing of Eric's passing, you would have only had to meet him once. When he started practicing here in Eureka, I felt a connection and safety while in his care that can't be put into words. He took the extra time to get to know me, and made silly jokes throughout my check-ups as I fidgeted in the doctor's chair, hating every moment of the eye exam. I found great comfort in his patience and willingness to connect, and great confidence in his skill to conquer my medical needs. His bedside manner was out of this world, and I can't even begin to think of where I may go to receive care that is within the same ballpark. Even during my brief appointments, I learned of his zest for life and his deep bond with his family. He spoke to me about his travels and of visiting his father during the summer. He actually got a tear in his eye as he explained how important his father, mother and siblings were to him. I left the office that day in total disbelief and wonderment. How lucky and special his family must be! And to think how lucky I was to be able to be in the care of such a loving, honest, and competent doctor. My shock and grief is beyond anything I could have expected, having only a professional relationship with him. But it obvious to me that he was an amazingly special man, and I am glad that I had a chance to know him for the short time he was here.
You will be missed Dr. Eric.
Cole Condra
October 5, 2009
Eric was an intern at Kosair when I was his Chief Resident of Pediatrics. Despite not being a "categorical" pediatric resident, Eric was the first to volunteer, provide a smile, and simply be friendly to all he encountered. Throughout his ophthalmology residency, I worked with him in the ED on acutely injured eyes. I looked forward to seeing him, and, now that I am aware of his passing, I am shocked and saddened by his death.
My condolences to the others that were touched by Eric's life.
Shelley Stedman
October 4, 2009
I became a patient of Dr. Schweitz through a strange emergency eye problem, which sent me to a neurosurgeon. I was fortunate not to need that guy. Dr. Schweitz care and compassion for myself and my family was extraordinary. My entire family became patients, my mom and my older brother. My mom just loved him. He brought so much joy and care to life, a legacy that for our family, he now shares with my younger brother. We are sorry for your loss and grateful that he touched our lives. Shelley Stedman, MerriLee Anderson and John Anderson Eureka, Ca.
October 4, 2009
i met eric by always running into him at murphy's in trinidad in the mornings. we always talked about picking mushrooms, and our old mercedes benzes. i wil miss talking to him in the mornings.he finally found a patch of the prized matsutake mushrooms.best wishes to his friends and family. jack-trinidad dad
E Arents
October 4, 2009
My condolences to Eric's family, Dr. Mike and all the office staff who must miss him sorely. Such a short but vibrant life! I was a patient only a brief time but so appreciated his caring bright ways and his determination to help get my glaucoma under better control. He knew it could be done - and we did it! Thank you Eric for that and for all the interesting conversations. May you find that special peace now.
Sarah and Paul Abernathy
October 4, 2009
My husband and I had our first appointment with Dr. Schwietz on August 28th and instantly fell in love with him. He was so warm and friendly and HONEST, which our last Dr. was not. We were both looking forward to our next appointment to get to know him better. We have been upset since we heard about the accident. We truly hoped he would stay but now I know God needed him more. We hope all of you take comfort in all the good deeds he did for the world. He is a really special man!
Todd Barry
October 4, 2009
I swam with Eric as a teenager at Lakeside. Many memories of the great times we had together with all of our friends on the team. Eric was a charter member of the "abusement committee" at Lakeside. The committee's only purpose was to get together with all of our team members and have fun with each other. I laugh out loud whenever I think about him and know that he lived a very full life. My deepest condolences to his family.
A.J. Wynkoop
October 3, 2009
Eric,
I will miss you dearly! Your friendship through the years taught me to cherish each moment of life to its fullest and strive to be the best that I can be. Your commitment to helping others was tremendous and your smile was contagious. Your life will be extremely missed and forever remembered!!
Fredi and Ted Snapp
October 3, 2009
We surely miss our wonderful friend and neighbor who at times seemed like a son to us.He was quite a fellow and is in our conversations and thoughts so often.Sometimes we laugh at some of his charming silliness and the laughter helps to assuage the sadness for the loss of such a giving and unique young man.
Amme
October 3, 2009
Our hearts are broken at the tragic loss of my dear friend Eric. I will miss his cheery hello. For his family, please know that Eric was loved by all he touched. He was tender and caring. For us who knew him we will always remember his gentle way. Hopefully we can continue on, as he would have wanted us to do. We can be comforted by the many wonderful memories we all have of a true Hero.
I wish him peace.
I love you Eric, I will think of you everyday of my life. Every thing around my home reminds me of you. I can feel you in the sea breeze every afternoon. Goodbye my beautiful gentle man.
M
October 3, 2009
Eric was the man.... Thru repairing his car at Autobahn for several years I grew to be quite good friends with Eric. He was a man that was full of life and did what he could to live his life to the fullest. He enjoyed life, didn't let the small stuff get to him. They say that the good die young.... Gonna miss ya pal
Cindy McKenzie
October 3, 2009
After struggling with a potentially dangerous eye virus for several days, I was fortunate to be placed under the care of Dr. Eric Schwietz around mid-July. I saw him twice a week until just recently....
Since my first appointment with him, I realized that getting my eye back to good health was going to be a long process, and I was so thankful that I was under the care of such a wonderful, intelligent caring man. I appreciated his personal interest in my case, his expertise, his positive attitude, his friendly manner and his warm smile. This has been a frightening time for me, and I always had total confidence in him and felt "safe" under his care. I will miss him dearly!
Maggie Todd
October 3, 2009
Am so extremely saddened by this sudden death of Dr. Schwietz. We became new patients of his this past summer. Both my daughter and I were very impressed with him and his care.
Whoever you are that wrote Dr. Eric Schwietz's memoir, you did a beautiful tribute to him. What an incredible short life he lived! Thank you for sharing that with all of us.
May Eric rest in perfect peace and may his family be comforted by God and in the many happy memories of their loved one....
joe york
October 3, 2009
Dear Eric
Please know, somehow, that the couple years we swam together (at Lakeside) were great years, and much of that was due to your friendship.
You were special! And from what I've read (of the previous messages) it appears that never changed!
Please accept my apologies for never finding you these last 20+years. But know that the occasional updates I'd get from mutual friends always made me smile.
And know that you will be missed.
w/love
--joe
Marty Brewer
October 3, 2009
Eric lived large, making great and memorable impressions on so many people. Even those who met him briefly many years ago remember him vividly. Eric is my best friend ever. His spirit will live on in those he touched. I am blessed to have him in my life. Thank you, Eric.
October 2, 2009
Love you, Eric
Amanda Marksberry
October 2, 2009
I will miss his quirks and energy......hanging at the track when he was in town and just sharing space with such a wonderful person. Rest in ever beautiful Peace my dear friend! A
October 2, 2009
rest in peace, Eric.
Mary Jane Glauber
October 2, 2009
Ethel,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I will be out of town on Saturday through mid October, but please know that I have been thinking about you and your family and that I will be. Eric enjoyed life to the fullest and he was well loved.
John Thomas
October 2, 2009
Hello,
My family and myself were patient's of Eric's in Eureka, CA. He was an excellent doctor and took a personal interest in our care. He was very attentive with my mother and her issues with glaucoma. He and I had made bets to each lose 10 pounds by my next appointment. He was a great guy and about the same age as myself. I think we easily could have become good friends. I have heard about the wonderful work he had been involved with all over the world and I felt fortunate that he had come to our city to continue his practice. I can't imagine what this loss must be like for the family and folks who knew him best.
John Sternberg
October 1, 2009
I went to school with Eric at St. Xavier and remember him as a very intelligent, athletic student. I will be many years trying to do as much as he did in his 45. I am sorry for your loss of son, brother, and friend
October 1, 2009
Ethel, I am so sorry. Eric was the best friend i could have asked for. He also had some outstanding parents. love kevin.
Martin Rand
October 1, 2009
My brother & I were stunned at the news that Eric is gone. His family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Eric visited our family establishment (Rush Inn) from time to time. The first time I met him, I knew we would be friends. Eric always had a smile on his face and an interesting story. He befriended everyone he met. Eric always had a positive outlook and never failed to ask how my father was doing.
Eric will be missed.
October 1, 2009
Eric was a true friend and will be sorely missed. I can not ever remember seeing him without a smile on his face and good cheer in his heart. I shared many a happy time with him and will miss him. We will try to live our lives the way Eric would have wanted us to..smiling.
Hudson Lindenberger and Kim Weins
October 1, 2009
Ethel, I know you from hiking with you. I am that I did not meet Eric, his life was of a shining star who lived an amazingly incredible life. What a legacy he leaves us to ponder.
Peace and love to you and your family as you mourn his transition.
Wils Murphy
Bob & Ellen Wynkoop
October 1, 2009
Eric has always held a very special place in our hearts. We have been friends for many years. We haven't seen Eric in the last five years (with his attending medical school and moving to CA, and with our moving to northern Wisconsin). Memories of Eric will bring smiles to our faces because of his love of life, resourcefulness no matter where he went, and desire for making the world a better place. We love you and will miss you, Eric.
Gina Gatti
October 1, 2009
Eric and I swam together at Lakeside in our teen years. We looked so much alike that we called each other 'brother' and 'sister'. I saw him a few years back here in Louisville and he always had a smile on his face. It was good to see him again.
I am sorry for your Family's loss of such an extraordinary. sweet son and brother. And he was a Sweet Friend as well.
Wherever you are Eric, You are Loved!
Jamie W
October 1, 2009
I did not know your loved one, but I wanted to thank you for sharing his life story. He is an inspiration to all of us that think "its too late for us return to school and make a difference". So again Thank You for sharing and may God Bless you with peace in this time of your sorrow.
Dr. Charles & Norma Oberst
October 1, 2009
We will be out of town for the visitation but wanted the family to know what wonderful memories we have of Eric. He spent a lot of time at our home during his Lakeside swimming career, what a wonderful caring young man. He was always a pleasure to have in our home. He was a very good friend to our children Charlie and Alicia. My husband also remembers him as a very determined and interested student in his class during his time at the U of L MedicalSchool.
Our sympathies to Eric's family, we are sorry we will not be able to express ourselves personally
Phyllis Barnett
October 1, 2009
I will be out of town on Oct 3rd so thought I would let Eric's family and friends know my thoughts of Dr Eric.He was a gentle giant that loved life.He was always first with a smile or a helping hand.
He always treated everyone the same and loved growing his veggies.I will never forget the day he spent nearly 45 minutes doing CPR on a patient.He put all he had into trying to save that patient.
Thats how Dr Eric was,he never did anything half way.He always went %100 with everything he did.He just had a way of making anyone feel comfortable and was always ready to hear or tell a story.I feel blessed that I was able to know him.My life is a much better place for having known him.
I know that Dr Eric's family and frineds will find comfort and strength knowing Dr Eric is at peace.I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
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