Born in Providence, a son of Gail Hamm of Swansea, he was a life-long resident of the area.
Eric was a concrete pump operator for many years. He loved working on antique cars and watching basketball. He loved animals especially his late dog Ruckus.
In addition to his mother survivors include: four siblings, Justin Hamm and his wife Melissa of Ohio, Lindsay Carreiro of Fall River, Laura Carreiro of Swansea and Nicholas Carreiro of Swansea; Ohio, three nephews, Evan Hamm, Drake Vidinha and Ryker Hamm; one niece Gabriella Becker; maternal grandmother, Eileen Hamm of Swansea and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
His funeral and burial will be private.
Memorial contributions in his honor may be made to Swansea Animal Control, 68 Stevens Rd., Swansea, MA 02777.
Arrangements are in the care of Waring-Sullivan, Birchcrest. www.waring-sullivan.com
