Search by Name

Search by Name

Eric Walz Obituary

WALZ, Eric Eric Walz died suddenly in Austin, Texas on May 5, 2019. Everyone who knew Eric remembers his smile, laugh, kindness, and joy in music. He was a strong advocate for equality, justice, and the arts. Eric grew up in Richmond Virginia and was a graduate of the Richmond Public Schools and Virginia Commonwealth University. In Austin, Eric enjoyed a life of teaching, playing music, and his work. Eric is deeply missed by his parents Michele and Stephen, his partner Samantha, his sisters Maura and Caroline, extended family, and his large community of friends, colleagues, band mates, and students. His spirit enriched and in turn was enriched by them. The Walz family would like to thank the staff of South Austin St. David's Medical Center, TOSA, and the Austin Police for their care. Eric's family would like his legacy to be that as many children as possible learn to love music. Anyone who wishes to help extend that legacy can donate to Austin Soundwaves through the Hispanic Alliance: https://thehispanicalliance.org/donate.

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

Published by Austin American-Statesman on May 19, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Eric Walz

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

Patrick Beverly

May 24, 2019

My condolences to the Family, Caroline you and yours are in our prayers and thoughts. Peace and Blessings

Nick Caccamisi

May 22, 2019

Eric Walz was my friend, and a great man. I was in a band with him some years back, him on trombone, me on bass guitar. We had a lot of fun playing music together. Eric Walz was a music teacher. Practically all he ever wanted to talk about was how much he loved teaching and how much he loved his students. Plenty of kids were inspired to become musicians because of Eric Walz. I'm going to keep using his full name because he should be REMEMBERED. The obituary mentions that Eric Walz was a strong believer in equality and justice. After the band ended, I got heavily involved in direct action and activism. Eric Walz was always supportive of that, and would always talk with me about what was going on with that and what I was doing. Eric Walz was a great man. Taken FAR too soon. I hope I can find some way to honor his memory.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Eric Walz's name

Memorial Events
for Eric Walz

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Eric's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
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
Resources to help you cope with loss
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
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Eric Walz'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