OBITUARY
Eric Galarza
February 5, 1983 – June 21, 2019

IN THE CARE OF
D'Elia Funeral Home
Eric Galarza, age 36, of Lakewood, died suddenly on Friday evening, June 21, 2019 at his home.
Born in Lakewood, he was a lifelong resident. Eric had attended Ocean County College where he played on their baseball team. Eric played semi pro football and softball with his notorious number 5 jersey for many years. He loved baseball and all kinds of sports and he coached his son's football and baseball teams.
Eric worked as a crew supervisor for Leisure Village East in Lakewood.
He is survived by his wife, Christina Galarza, three sons; Zachary Kencik, Max Kencik and Cameron Galarza, his mother, Martha Galarza and her companion, Robert Taub, his father, Julio Galarza, and two brothers; Eliud and Carlos Rodruguez. Eric is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and beloved cat, Kitty.
Viewing hours will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at the D'Elia Funeral Home, 1300 Vermont Avenue, Lakewood, N.J. Anyone planning on attending please wear your favorite sports jersey. A funeral service will be held at 8:30 p.m. during the viewing hours by Rev. Angel L. Ortiz.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions maybe made to the Manchester Little League.
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