Passed away at home surrounded by his family on August 30, 2017 at the age of 44. Beloved son of Gérald and Françoise Desjardins. Dear husband of Amanda Perrier. Cherished and proud father of Wyatt and Cameron. Loving uncle to Bree. He will be remembered by many uncles, aunts, cousins, in-laws and friends. Family and friends are invited at Racine, Robert & Gauthier Funeral Home 180 Montreal Rd., Ottawa (613-241-3680) on Friday September 8, 2017 from 9 to 11 a.m. followed by a Funeral Service in the chapel of the Funeral Home. In Memory of Eric, donations to the ALS Society of Canada would be appreciated. Your tributes can be sent to : www.racinerobertgauthier.com