Emil "Eric" Atsu Bortey

Eric was born in Atlanta, GA to Emil Young Bortey and Mavis Nana-Adjoa Puplampu in January 1984. He would spend the majority of his life in Montgomery County, eventually making Silver Spring, MD his home. In July 2015, he married Monique and together would raise 4 children.

Eric was a proud Ghanaian man. Despite being born in the United States, he took every opportunity available to learn Ghanaian culture. Including how to prepare traditional Ghanaian meals and how to speak Twi, one of Ghana’s many languages. More than being a proud Ghanaian, he was an even prouder family man. Eric enjoyed nothing more than making memories with his wife and children. From family outings to amusement parks or restaurants to family dance-offs in the living room, Eric was passionate about family life.

Eric is preceded in death by his father Emil, his half-sister Adelaide, and half-brother Michael. He is survived by his wife, Monique; their children Dezaniah, Ariellah, Benjamin, and Savannah; his daughter, Shylah; his mother, Mavis; his twin brother, Derrick; and his half-sisters Benita, Ramona, Raynesa, and Jihan.

A viewing will be held at 10:00 AM and funeral service at 12:00 PM on October 7, 2023 at Hines-Rinaldi funeral home. Followed by a burial service at 2:00 PM at Norbeck Memorial Park.