I can’t tell you how often I think of Eric. 
I miss seeing him walking around our neighborhood. He always stopped to talk and he was always so funny. I’m sure he is talking to someone we both  know up in heaven. And I’m sure he is watching over us  here on earth.  💕🙏

I will always miss talking to Eric on the way to his walks every night. He was just a special kind of guy.

No one can ever forget Eric's big smile and his wonderful laughter, despite any obstacles that he faced in life. We will always miss our loving nephew!!!
Bradley Schwartz

A great comfort is remembering my sweet , loving nephew and
his wonderful weekly visits to Joey and Alana.
He loved those kids and they returned the love with adoration for the wonderful care and fun they had with there dear Uncle Eric..

Eunice/Larry
So sorry to hear of the passing of your son Eric.  I never knew him, but I certainly knew the both of you.  
Carl Epstein
Toronto, Ontario

my heart goes out to the whole family.  I remember having David, as a student. He was happy and smiling.  He loved life.  I remember him fondly. Mrs. Deutsch


I remember visiting uncle Eric  since I was little.  Joey and I would download all sorts of games and play all the games on his phone. Uncle Eric would  spend hours playing whatever silly game we wanted and we’d have the most fun. So many memories I cherish are of silly jokes and his laugh, he had the greatest laugh. I could always talk to Uncle Eric about whatever crossed my mind, he loved to talk and I always felt so comfortable talking about life, school and anything with him.  Above all, my uncle Eric was full of love. Every time I saw him he’d give me the sincerest hug and pick up a conversation like time hadn't passed. You could feel the love and care he had for others just by being in the same room as him, being able to feel such warmth around a person is rare but Uncle Eric never failed to make me feel loved. I miss him more than I can say and I will always carry the memories dearly to my heart. Just like the rabbi had talked about, love and memories never die. When I think of my Uncle Eric I immediately get a sense of warmth and Love. I know he is watching over me and everyone that he loved so much. R.I.P❤️

Eric was a gentle giant, with the kindest soul. My beloved nephew was born with the most wonderful smile that he shared with all of us. As you can see from the other memories of Eric, he touched sweetly so many lives. I will miss his never ending stories, and his laugh as he regaled us with so many details. Eric had his health issues, but he always continued to persevere. Eric was blessed with wonderful parents, Larry and Eunice, and his sister, Lisa, who were always there for him. Rest in peace, we will always remember you, Uncle Brad.

My Brother The STAR***  Eric was a star in every way. His Big Beautiful Eyes and Smile lit up the room everywhere he went. He was in shows and he was truly The Star*  he was in The King and I and he Starred as the King. He was in Popeye and Eric starred as Popeye ... and countless others.   Eric Always Loved Sports. When we were little he wanted to introduce me to Basketball. We walked up to the courts... he had the basketball in his hand and said, "Lisa watch this".  We were standing close to the center of the court  on the halfway line. He threw the ball and it went IN the basket. I was in utter shock of amazement! We walked home and I told him we need to call the Guinness book of world records right now! Eric, my brother... You have touched SO many lives and Gave people SO much incredible Joy and Laughter everywhere you went.  Your Shining Brighter Than ever right now******* My Brother The STAR *

Eric
We have come to know you with all your funny stories. We will miss you very much!
You have touched all our lives. Rest in peace.
Love all your girls at Dobbs

Eric was one of the sweetest people I knew. I met him when I was about 19 and and he was about 11 and  he was my parent’s paper boy. My mother used to tell everyone that he was the best paperboy past present or future  because he was the only one that cared enough to put the paper near their front door so they didn’t have to struggle (especially when it was raining or snowing ).  Then when I moved back to the neighborhood 26 years ago we reconnected as we shared the same courtyard.  Eric never failed to smile and wave as he passed my house on his many walks. Then there were all the conversations when I was outside either with my sons or my dog. He always had a funny story to tell and loved to make jokes about himself and his family but within the humor you could always see how much he loved his parents and sister. It was so very apparent.  I truly am so sad that when I look out my kitchen window or walk around the neighborhood that I won’t see him there. He was one of the good guys and he will be very missed.   I could not help but smile when I pictured my mother and father’s reaction in heaven. “What are you doing here” and then Promptly followed by my mom dragging Eric by the hand to tell the story about him being their paper boy ! I will always smile when I think of you Eric. May you Rest In Peace and happiness. Somerset Drive will never be the same. 🙏❤️

It seems like just yesterday that I would see the joy, happiness and pride on my mother's face as she held her baby grandson, Eric.  My nephew Eric was a good soul who unselfishly extended his friendship to the many people who knew him.  He was a good, loving son to Larry and Eunice as well as a great friend to his sister Lisa.  He was loved by all in his extended family.  Eric was a mensch.  May he rest in peace.

If there's a Heaven, there is no doubt in my mind that Eric is doing his daily walk in God's House.

  Larry and Eunice, your son was one of the sweetest, gentlest people I know.  I will miss our daily chats as he strolled around our neighborhood.  He touched my heart and everyone's life who came to know him.
Joy

My beloved nephew Eric.. A kind and gentle soul filled with love for his family.. My fondest memories are when Joey and Alana were little and Eric would come to spend the day with us sharing his kindness and wonderful sense of humor with the little ones.
We will miss you always and you are forever in our hearts..

When I think of Eric- I think o f a man who is caring, loving, gentle and kind.  In this incredibly sad time - I choose to remember all the stories Eric loved to share with me and my family.  Any time we spoke, I could be certain he had a good story to tell.  He had a great sense of humor  and when he smiled he could light up the room. Fly high and free my sweet cousin. We will cherish our memories with you forever.  Love & Hugs Stefanie

Dear Eric,  Our friend and neighbor.  Our hearts are deeply saddened.  I just want to share a few words to let you and everyone else know how much you will be missed. We have been living side by side to each other for a very long time and I think I can safely say we have shared many conversations and many laughs.  I know Fred and I will miss that so much.  I want to express how much you touched our hearts. With all that you have endured I can honestly say I don't recall not once you complaining  about your ups and downs. Instead you were always looking at the brighter thing in life.  You have taught me a valuable lesson about life.  Thank you for that Eric. May you rest now in peace and don't worry as long as Fred n I are able we will look out for your parents and sister in anything that they may need.  Eric you will never be forgotten.  We love you ❤️🙏

First time I met Eric was at the Bon Aire basketball court back in 1989.   We played basketball everyday that summer and then we would  jump right in to the pool afterwards. We talked nothing but Knicks basketball.  Eric smiled more than he frowned and that is a memory that will forever be remembered not just by me but by everyone who knew him. Rip my friend. You may be gone but never forgotten 

OBITUARY

Eric David Schwartz

June 5, 1972 – June 8, 2022

Wanamaker & Carlough Funeral Home

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