Eric N. Leffler

Eric N. Leffler obituary, Indianapolis, IN

Eric N. Leffler

Eric Leffler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Oakley-Hammond Funeral Home from Feb. 19 to Feb. 21, 2025.
Eric N. Leffler, 47 passed from a short illness on February 10th, 2025 in Jacksonville Florida. Eric, originally from Indianapolis, went to Scecina Memorial High School, graduated from Morton Memorial High School in Knightstown, Indiana and earned his degree from Vincennes University. From a young age, Eric had the ability to spark joy and be the life of the party. He dreamt of moving to Florida to become a DJ, and he turned this dream into a reality. Eric became the #1 DJ in Jacksonville, with career successes that include engagements with Nascar, the Jacksonville Jaguars, Bill Murray's Caddyshack Golf tournaments, Planet Radio107.3, Welcome to Rockville and many other prestigious events throughout the United States and Europe. Eric's enthusiasm for life and his love for so many will leave a void in many lives.
Eric leaves behind his life partner, Katie Gerstmyer of Jacksonville Florida, mother Carolyn Cannaday Leffler of Indianapolis, Indiana, Father Rick (Cindy) Leffler of Indianapolis, Indiana, sisters Haley (Paul) Wallace of Houston, Texas and Stacey (Nate) Stephon of Zionsville Indiana, his uncles Brendan Cannaday, John Cannaday, Joseph (Belinda) Cannaday, and Patrick (Kim) Cannaday his aunt Maureen (Ron) Rowe all of Indianapolis, his aunt Roseaaron (Phil) Buening of Greensburg Indiana and his godfather John J. Keane of Jacksonville, Florida. Eric viewed his cousins as his brothers and sisters who will miss him immensely.
A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, March 8th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with an Open House at the Family Home located at 223 South Butler Ave. Indianapolis, Indiana.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Oakley-Hammond Funeral Home

5342 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46219

Make a Donation
in Eric Leffler's name

How to support Eric's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Eric Leffler's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Eric Leffler's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?