It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eric Garber on July 17, 2023. Born January 19, 1989, Eric's vivacious and quick-witted spirit filled his time on earth with passion and enthusiasm. Eric deeply loved fishing the lakes of Illinois and Wisconsin, spending time in nature, cooking meals for his family and friends and developing new hot sauce recipes. He will be forever missed by his beloved mother, Laura M. Garber, father, David J. Garber, sister, Lynette M. Garber, grandmother, Theresa M. Morris and many other family and friends. Eric was a beacon of resilience and courage as he battled substance use and mental health struggles, leaning on Alcohal Anonymous and family and friends for support. His charming presence and genuine belly laughs will be deeply missed and cherished by friends and family. We remember Eric for his love of nature, life and his indomitable spirit, virtues that were contagious to all who knew him. May his spirit live on in our hearts forever.