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Eric Walzer Obituary
Born: October 24, 1974 in Mendota, IL
Died: June 22, 2025 in LaMoille, IL
Eric Paul Walzer, 50, of LaMoille, passed away after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer on June 22, 2025 at home surrounded by his loved ones.
Eric was born October 24, 1974 to Gary Walzer and Linda (Brennan) Walzer in Mendota. Eric was a true outdoorsman. If you were looking for him, you would most likely find him on a boat trying to catch some fish (keyword: trying), usually with his best friend, Wayne Reutner. If not on the water, Eric would be on some kind of machine: a Harley, four-wheeler, skidsteer, you name it. He liked to stay busy. He loved taking trips to Wisconsin and often spoke of his memories at Grandma and Grandpa Walzer's cabin in Adams-Friendship. He played hard, but he worked hard too. While he was a jack of most trades, concrete was his specialty. Over the years he worked for several companies, even starting his own, but proudly ended his career with his long time friend, Pat Escatel.
He was preceded in death by his brother Toby Walzer, and his step-mother, Traci (Williams) Walzer. He is survived by his parents, his three children, Erika (Christian) Kleckner, Hunter Walzer, and Tobi Walzer, along with their mothers Tasha Kelly and Dawn Neidetcher, his long time partner and fiancee Christina (Rivera) Smith along with her four children (Angelica, Emilia, Lola, and Dax), his grandson Olsen Kleckner, as well as three step-grandchildren Silas, Nora, and Mabel, his step-sister Emily (Christman) Kelly, his nephews Kyle Walzer and Ryder Kelly, and his niece Chelsi Kelly. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was truly loved and will be greatly missed.
Visitation will be from 5-7 P.M. on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the Horner-Merritt Funeral Home, 800 Monroe Street in Mendota.
The funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the Horner-Merritt Funeral Home with Father Jeff Windy officiating. Interment will follow in Restland Cemetery in Mendota. Please visit www.horner-merritt.com to sign the online guest book.
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Henry and Deb Hackman
July 1, 2025
Gary, So sorry to hear of Eric's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
June 26, 2025
May you all find solace in knowing that Eric is home now. Free from pain and suffering; he is with our Lord and family. My sincere condolences and thoughts are with you all.
Jennifer Baile
Sonny Strandell
June 26, 2025
So very sorry for your loss. Eric was a great person and a wonderful guy im truly sorry my wife and I can't attend, the services. Your family is in our prayers, may God bless you all ❤
Tish
June 25, 2025
I'm so sorry for you all. This man gave me endless amounts of grief at the store. But it was his way of being my friend. My heart goes out to you all and I'm sending hugs.
Laura Lugo Hogan
June 25, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family. May Eric Rest in peace. There are no words to ease the pain of this loss. I hope that my prayers, masses and rosaries will help provide peace during this difficult time.
Robert & Cynthia Kreiser
June 25, 2025
Our sympathy to all who knew & loved Eric on Earth. Remembering way back to Little League days and all the comradery with the whole Walzer family... prayers for your comfort, Gary & FAMILY. from Bob & Cyndy Kreiser
Mary Escatel
June 24, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Eric is one of the kindest people I have ever met. My son Lucky and Eric were good friends! When we bought our new home he came and cut the hole in the cement basement for our sump pump. Wanted to pay him but he refused as we were his friends. We still made him take 100 dollars for his time as he saved us a lot of money. I always enjoyed seeing him and his work! He sure knew how to do cement work. May you RIP my friend you will forever be missed and loved.
Michael, Jamie, Laney Saylor
June 24, 2025
So sorry for ur loss. Eric was a great person, good man & Father. He will b with his brother in heaven. We the Saylor family loved him. Never forget you brother man
Shallen and Shyah Gross
June 24, 2025
RIP Eric. I’m sorry to hear of your passing. Sorry to your kids, mom Linda and dad Gary, and Tasha and Christina. May angels lift you off to heaven and keep you peaceful in your new house with the Lord. ❤
Holly Anderson
June 24, 2025
I’ll always remember how kind and thoughtful Eric was back in high school. He had a way of making people feel seen and included, no matter who they were. Whether it was a simple smile in the hallway, checking in when someone looked down, or offering help without being asked—he had a genuine goodness that stood out. Those little acts might’ve seemed small at the time, but they made a lasting impression. He truly made high school a better place just by being him. Sending my heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love that surrounds you and strength in the memories that will always remain.
Rockwell Sloter
June 24, 2025
We're sorry to hear about your son's passing. You & the family are in our thoughts. We'll try & see you when we get back to Illinois. Rocky & MaryAnn
Janet Henry
June 24, 2025
I can’t imagine how devastated your family and friends are right now. There are no words to ease your pain. I will be praying for your family.
Sue Kilanowski
June 24, 2025
Oh my Lord, I am SO sorry to read this. Linda and Gary ••• losing one son was heartbreaking; I know ••• now losing both sons is unbelievable. Your entire family has my deepest sympathy; I wish I had words of
comfort but there simply are none I can think of to even begin to relieve one ounce of your pain. May God hold you in the palm of His hands. In sympathy and love ••• Sue (Becker-Witte) Kilanowski
Brenda Ugolini
June 24, 2025
So sorry for your loss.
Dena Shaver
June 24, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Tim& Tammy Kelly
June 24, 2025
We are so sorry for the entire family's loss. We have so many fun memories of Eric. Our thoughts,prayers and love are with you all.
Billie Miller
June 24, 2025
Fish on Wally!
Eugene, Jen, Maddie and Tim White
June 24, 2025
Sending our love to Eric's family at this difficult time.
Pat Beals
June 24, 2025
Condolences to Eric’s family and friends.
Connie Zimmer (Jacobs)
June 24, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Condolences to the Walzer family.
Mike Saylor
June 24, 2025
U will forever be missed & Lived
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