R. "Eric" Eric McDermott

June 4, 2014

McDermott, R. Eric
August 8, 1959 – June 4, 2014

It is with profound sadness that we announce that Eric McDermott of Calgary, AB, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at the age of 54 after losing his courageous battle with cancer. Eric will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of 32 years, Laurie, son Cory (Dani), daughter Megan (Alex), grandson Logan (Cory and Dani), father Anthony James (mother Madeline – deceased), sister Wendy (Danny), brother Bruce, beloved aunt Gabrielle, brothers-in-law Wayne (Donna) and Neil (Sue), many nieces and nephews, second family Shelley, Doug (deceased) and Cyndi Krastel, and many other close friends and family – especially his loyal 110 lb fur baby, Elko. A Celebration of Life will be held at Woodside Senior’s Club, 411 Woodside Drive NW, Airdrie, AB on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, In Memory of Eric McDermott, to the Tom Baker Cancer Centre c/o The Alberta Cancer Foundation, 1331 - 29 Street NW, Calgary, AB, T2N 4N2 or 403-521-3433.

Messages of Condolence

I am sorry to hear of your loss, and in your families time of grieving, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

- Annette Ulley

Laurie to you and you're family I offer my upmost sympathy on the loss of your husband , a wonderful father , a loving grandfather and a superior friend. Our prayers are with you at this sad time. You two were Shelley's rock when Doug passed away and she wouldn't have done as well as she did without the support from you & Eric. For that I am thankful! I wish all the best to you and your family... Remember what a remarkable person Eric was he will forever be at your side!!!

- Theresa Herron

I knew Eric for the role he played as an Aux member of the RCMP in Airdrie. Being another Aux member I got to know him fairly well. He was a quiet unassuming individual and a dedicated Aux member. I know that he was respected by the members he rode with and they very much appreciated his assistance. My sincere condolences to his family.

- Barb and John Waddell

Im terribly sorry to hear about Eric passing. My thoughts are with you all. It will take some time to heal but remember Eric will always be with you . I enjoyed having Eric and your family as Neighbors here in Airdrie. I still have the plants you gave me when you moved away and I will always remember all of you including Elko and I will always have a special feeling for your family . If there is anything I can do don't hesitate even if you need someone to talk to . Dave 28 Woodside Cr.

- Dave

Eric was very good friend of mine when I worked as an RCMP constable in Airdrie for 5 years from 2005 to 2010. It was my 1st post and it was 1st time living away from home. However, on a regular basis Eric would accompany me on patrol in Airdrie's rural area which included Crossfield as a part of the RCMP Auxiliary program. Eric became a good friend of mine and i'd forget about how far from home i was when i spent time with him. During our patrols usually at night we shared many laughs constantly babling in French. Eric backed me up on many calls through those years including some that were high risk. I wish I could have seen Eric in recent years since I transferred to Nunavut. The North was a tough time for me but I always felt better when I thought of my old friends like Eric who were there for me in Airdrie. J'espere que tu vas bien au ciel mon ami. Martin Noel

- Martin Noel

There is so many memories,Eric used to hunt with my husband ,and I worked with Lori,we all became great friends. We drifted apart but never forgot the times we had. I was going through some stuff medically, we went there after I was released from hospital,he just looked at me and held me in his arms while I cried. Eric was a great man and was tuff on the outside but mush in the inside. He was a great man and will never be forgotten, he was our crazy Frenchman . Prayers and thoughts Lori,Cory and Megan

- Dale and Thora Ray

We are so sorry for your loss and offer our most sincere condolences. Eric was a great person and was well respected by all who worked with him at Burnco. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

- Kevin Home Hurley Bros. Inc.

Sending love and support to you all, we are so very sorry for your loss.

- Craig and Shelley Summers

This is my feelings about My Boss ERIC. Honestly I was not in a position to write any thing about Eric, because I myself was not believing that Eric passed away. There was a fight going on between my heart and mind finally my mind won the battle. Yes that Great Man Mr. ERIC have proceeded to The Havens to occupy one of the Special place, which a person like him deserves. ERIC WE MISS YOU. May God give strength to Laurie(wife), Daughter and son And all the members of family to bear this loss. Please Accept Condolences. From Kal and Family. Thanks

- Khalil(Kal) Rahmatullah

On behalf of his former collegues and union brothers&sisters here in Montréal, let me offer our sincerest condolences for your loss. Eric was a great guy to work with and was missed when he left for other skies out west. Our thoughts are with you in this time of grief. Daniel Rivard secrétaire, SSASRM(CSD) agent SEA2000 Dorval QC

- Daniel Rivard

MY deepest sympathies and condolences to you Laurie, Cory & Meagan. I am in disbelief and deeply saddened to hear of Erics passing. He was so jovial, giving, humorous, sensitive, a great father, a great husband and a great friend.

- Angele Charest

Chère Famille ,j'adresse mes très siceres condoléances à Jim, Wendy et Bruce....de la Guadeloupe.je viens de retrouver l'annonce du décès d' Eric et j'en suis prondemment attristée...j'aimerais beaucoup avoir de vos nouvelles...comme vous devez le savoir je suis la fille de Philippe Audebert. Très affectueusement à vous tous.Brigitte.

- jean ferdinand BABIN

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