Eric A. Garcia
Eric Anthony Garcia
January 17, 2021
Eric A. Garcia, age 33, of Calumet City, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving mother, Melva Quesada (Garcia); stepdad, Greg Landeros; cherished brothers: Justin Gregori Landeros and Hermaine (Eddie) Escamilla; dear aunts: Sylvia Hernandez, Norma Burgos, Emmy (Niles) Melero, and Erika Corral; grandparents: Emilia “Jappy” and Rudy Corral; great uncle, Eddie (Maria) Moreno; cousins: Priscilla Silva, Delicia Lopez, Andrea Hernandez, Orlando, Fabian and Lydia Burgos, Mireya Melero, Miranda and Marco Cuanetl, Claire and Gabe Moreno. Godfather to Marco Cuanetl; his precious furbabies: Polar Bear, Jellybean, Frankie Hollywood, Cloud, Zeus and Bebe; paternal siblings: Alicea and Samuel Perez and paternal aunts and uncles: Lori Oviedo, Molly Pena, Angie Gonzales and Larry Perez.
Preceded in death by his cousin, Mario Lopez; birth father, Emilio Perez IV and paternal aunts and uncles: Maria Payan, Rachel Perez and Richard Perez.
Eric was a graduate of Valley High School in Las Vegas, NV and studied Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration at Westwood College. After working at several casinos he fell in love with the entertainment industry. He worked his way up and became the Assistant Food & Beverage Manager at Rivers Casino in Des Plaines, IL. Eric had a presence that can be compared to no other. He had a contagious smile and could take over any dance floor with his captivating dance moves and energy. Eric was a humanitarian, animal lover, funny, loving, passion for politics, always willing to help anyone in need and cared about his community. He loved his family, friends, and furbabies. Eric made you feel at home and loved. He will be reunited with his best friend Brandon and furbaby Zachary. Eric will forever be remembered in our hearts.
Visitation will take place on Sunday, January 31, 2021 from 2:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel (7535 Taft Street, Merrillville, IN) with a Celebration of Life service at 6:00 P.M. Sara Jimenez-Vazquez officiating. Masks are required and social distancing strongly encouraged. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Eric’s family. For information please call 219-736-5840.
Visitation
Sunday, January 31, 2021
2:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Calumet Park Funeral Chapel
7535 Taft St., Merrillville, IN 46410 VIEW MAP
219-736-5840
219-685-5128
Celebration of Life
Sunday, January 31, 2021
6:00 P.M.
Calumet Park Funeral Chapel
7535 Taft St., Merrillville, IN 46410 VIEW MAP
219-736-5840
219-685-5128
Work for eric at the par-a-dice and he truly was a caring boss as well as a friend, he and the other bosses at the time had to tell me that my aunt had passed and he comforted me the whole time even calling to check on my whole I… Read more »
Worked with Eric at both Paradice and Rivers. He had an infectious smile and a way of making you feel good. I enjoyed seeing him at work and going out after. It was a true pleasure to know the man, and call him a friend. He will be greatly missed.… Read more »