Sending my condolences and also blessings towards a brighter future

Uncle Paul was very special to me in many ways  as I was growing up, first by putting a baseball and glove in my hand and teaching me skills that I’m sure helped develop me into a professional baseball player when I got older, he was very creative as an artist loved to sing and play the guitar and probably one of my reasons I love to play guitar riffs on my keys, there’s so many great honorable things I can say, one of the lines I would say is Think N 3  and as I was reminiscing on my baseball memories with my Uncle I caught a glimpse of the whole obituary and there was 3 baseballs on top, that opened up a floodgate of tears, truly will miss him and he’s the last of my uncles on both sides of my family tree,

Uncle Eric was a great man and fantastic uncle. I ALWAYS looked forward to seeing him on Thanksgiving and Christmas. That’s when we got to spend the most time with him. Being with the family during the holidays is always so loved by me and he will be deeply missed on these holidays. 

He always lit up the room with his big, beautiful smile and funny jokes. 

Forever in our hearts ❤️ Love you Uncle Eric!

Thank you for giving  me a great life with unselfish love and support for 43 years.

That love will carry me through the rest of my life.

Thank you for my amazing son .

I love you forever❤️

Until we meet again in heaven🙏

May Time Soften Your Pain
In times of darkness, love sees...
In times of silence, love hears...
In times of doubt, love hopes...
In times of sorrow, love heals...
And in all times, love remembers.
May time soften the pain
Until all that remains
Is the warmth of the memories
And the love.

Love you Eric, I hope you Rest In Peace

Eric you will be greatly missed by all who love you.. you were an amazing father, wonderful husband and great brother-in-law!! We all knew you were strong and you proved your strength all the way to the end.  Rest in peace. 

Love,
MaryAnn

Eric Calanchini was an extraordinary man, one of the strongest individuals I've ever had the privilege of knowing. His strength extended far beyond physical prowess; it was evident in the unwavering love and admiration he held for his family.
Eric's love for his wife, Helga, was truly inspiring. Their bond was a testament to the power of deep and enduring love that had weathered life's storms and emerged even stronger. He spoke of Helga with a twinkle in his eye, and you could see the genuine adoration in every glance they shared.
His son, Chaner, was the center of Eric's world. He beamed with pride whenever he talked about Chaner's accomplishments, no matter how big or small. Eric's unwavering support and belief in his son's potential were a driving force in Chaner's life. Their bond was the envy of many, and even in moments of discipline, Eric's love shone through, a testament to the depth of their connection.
The memories I have are numerous, but a few stand out. One is the look on Eric's face during my very first flight, a flight to a place I now work at, Southwest Airlines. Eric, Chaner, and I flew from Ontario to Phoenix, encountering some turbulence. Chaner asked Eric if that was normal, and Eric's facial expression, before he said a word, told the entire story. Another memory is of Eric driving down Creekwood Avenue wearing a mask from Jim Carrey's movie "The Mask," a vivid display of his comedic personality. Lastly, there's the image of Eric playing baseball with all the neighborhood kids, hitting a towering blast that still amazes me to this day.  
In many ways, Eric Calanchini was a living embodiment of resilience, love, humor, and kindness. His strength was not measured in physical feats but in the way he cherished his family, spread joy through laughter, and uplifted those around him with his words of encouragement. I am only a phone call away if you need anything. 

Rest in my peace my friend .

Love,

Brett

Brother-in-law you gave me the time of my life when you took me too a Dodger game and I got to go on the field during the pregame and I felt very special like I was famous and then I got the best seat in the house to watch the game! Dodger dogs and salted peanuts the rest of the night and I still have my Dodger jacket with my name on it!!!!
God Bless you will never forget the good times we had together. XX00 R.I.P. till we see each other again! Love You

OBITUARY

Eric Paul Calanchini

June 22, 1947 – September 25, 2023

Miller Jones Menifee Memorial Park & Mortuary

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