Dear Johnson and Schroeder families — my sincere condolences on the passing of Eric. We played basketball together a few times at the JCC and realized we were fellow Ohlone dads, and after that would chat when we saw each other on campus. He was intelligent and kind. I’m very sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Mark Towfiq
Dear Carrie,
I'm so sorry for your loss, and at a time of so many transitions and life-disruptions. Eric would have been "the star, to your wandering bark" (to paraphrase Shakespeare) in these tumultuous times. But know that his love and memory will continue to provide you and your family with guidance and support, if you let them. -- Lisa T.
What a special guy! As a family we've been thinking about Eric a lot and we all send our love particularly to Carrie and the boys. While Eric and I met through work the friendship was more about our families. My daughter is a little bit older than the boys and we would often talk about what we had learned and what would be best for the boys. I know he loved you all very very much. Brad
Dear Carrie, Bradley, and Colson,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine how hard this is for you and the boys right now and wish you all strength in your time of grief and on the road ahead to rebuilding a life that's been shaken by the much too early departure of Eric, who was such a kind, generous and wise soul. ~ Winnie
Eric was so clearly a devoted husband, loving and kind father, and all-around mensch who brought light to all who knew him. I'm sorry I never got a chance to experience his wit and grace. But I did benefit from his generosity, for all the freedom for you to travel and pursue your studies and passions that allowed us to reconnect so often over the years. Sending love to you all. Aaron
Carrie, Bradley, Colson,
I worked with your husband and your dad for 19 years. Eric was a great Engineer with a huge smile and a big heart. He was always challenging us, he made us better.
Eric had a lot of respect towards others, towards our planet. His footprint in our mind and on our big will not be forgotten. Eric you leave too early, you will be missed.
Eric was clearly so loved and so worthy of that love. I regret that our paths didn't cross when we were in the bay area but clearly he was a wonderful person. Sending my love. Chris
Dear Carrie,
Carol and I are deeply saddened for you and offer our condolences. We were touched by the memorial service and enjoyed getting to know about Eric and your family. We, along with your your academic family at OU, extend our deepest sympathies and stand ready to help you and your boys however we can. With all our love, Scott and Carol
Colson and Bradley, It was an honor to know your dad and call him a friend. He and I had many talks about parenting and I always learned from him and was inspired by his unwavering dedication to you both. He was a good friend.
Eric had an unmatched combination of kindness, commitment, intelligence, integrity and a truly irrepressible optimism that infused everything he did. His joyful approach to life will continue to inspire so many of us who knew him.
Dear Carrie, Colson and Bradley,
We are so sorry for the loss of Eric. Eric will always be remembered and missed by us and our kids for the wonderful time and activities spent together. We are always here for you and your boys. Love, Jenny Tom Derek and Justin
Dear Carrie and family,
The beautiful memorial service made it very clear what a wonderful dad, husband, friend, and family man Eric was -- and what a huge loss it is that he left us too soon. Thank you for sharing your memories. In those, he will always be with you. Love, Alison, Lucas, and Steve
Carrie, Bradley, Colson,
Eric had a way of finding the "good" in everything. Simply put, he was the best in all of us and will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Much Love and Respect, David & Sofia
Dear Carrie,
Natalie and I send our condolences. I remember Eric as a dedicated husband and father. What I think I remember most, though, is his smile. I cannot picture him any other way. Love to you and the boys.
Ron and Natalie
Dear Carrie and family.
That was a loving memorial to a wonderful man who was taken from you far too soon. I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope that these videos, photos, songs, and memories can provide some comfort. Eric will be missed.
Love, Chris
Dear Carrie and family,
The memorial for Eric was uplifting and positive. Thank you for allowing me to share this time with your family. I am deeply sorry for your loss. He is an inspiration to all to fight against all injustices. You and your family are in my prayers. Until we work together again, hugs and love, Cyndy
Dear Carrie, Colson, and Bradley, What a beautiful tribute today. We enjoyed getting to know Eric in room 10. In all our interactions with him, what struck us was how devoted he was to his family - it was evident at every school event, every time he volunteered, every parent meeting. He was such an amazing dad, and he raised amazing sons. Much love, Helene, Tim, Sarah, Aaron, and Andrew
Dear Carrie, Bradley, and Colson,
I met your Dad and family, when Colson came to my Kindergarten class at Ohlone Elementary School. I really liked your Dad. He was such a genuinely nice, warm hearted man with a great sense of humor. He drove on many field trips and always helped out at school. Today's memorial was beautiful. My sincere condolences. Love, Nancy
Dear Carrie, Bradley, and Colson, That was a beautiful tribute to Eric. It was so uplifting to hear about what an amazing impact he had on so many people. What an incredible, loving, kind husband, father, and person he was. And what a great smile. Bradley and Colson, make your father proud. All of us are sending all of you lots and lots of love, Alexander, Charlie, Nicholas, and George.
Dear Carrie, Bradley and Colson. My heart goes out to all of you. The memorial service on Sunday was a beautiful tribute that painted a complete picture of who Eric was during his life. It is evident that he touched so many lives in so many positive ways, and I know that he will be in a special place in all of our hearts because of it. Lots of love to you. --Gabi (Yagupsky) Dech
Dear Caroline and Family:
I am very sorry for your loss, and will send good thoughts. I just wanted to say what a great positive impact Eric had on me. Through work, I met and talked with Eric just a week before his unfortunate passing. During that one phone call, he invested as much time as was needed to answer all of my questions, and help steer a "newbie".
