Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Eric Hanson of Omro, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.
He was an avid fisherman, son, brother, uncle, and friend.
He was born in Long Beach, California and moved to Omro, Wisconsin, at the age of 2. Eric worked for Hoffmaster in Oshkosh for 43 years, ending his career as a master millwright. His work family was considered his own, and he made sure to have a lot of fun while teaching his coworkers and friends the trade.
Eric was the son of Donald Hanson and the late Patricia Hanson.
He leaves behind his “pa”, Don; and his step-mom, Kathy; his sister and brother-in-law, Michele and Tom Tuchscherer; his brother, Kurt (Jamie) Hanson; along with his niece and nephew, Kayla (Connor) and Ryan (Brooke) Bloede; and numerous other family members and friends. He also leaves behind his two cats, Jack and Hill; and every neighborhood cat around that he fed and provided a heated water bowl to. Eric also leaves behind his uncle, Stephen “Steve” Tucker; and his cousin, Kelly Vocatura. His friends at Hoffmaster and The Hill were also an important part of his life and brought him much joy.
Eric enjoyed spending time with his second family, Debbie, Mark and Brandi Rilling, down at the river bend, fishing, laughing around the campfire, and drinking Kessler’s and Pepsi. He enjoyed watching catfish poles late into the night and was looking forward to fishing the spring walleye run with Mark and musky fishing with Mark this summer. Mark was more than just a friend to Eric; he was a like a brother to him. Eric loved seeing his niece and nephew, Ryan and Kayla, always picking on them profusely with a smirk on his face and a glimmer in his eyes. He was very proud of them.
Eric was an extraordinary son, brother, uncle, coworker, and friend. His booming laugh and great sense of humor will be greatly missed. He meant a great deal to so many people and touched so many lives and everyone he touched has a story to tell.
Eric did not wish to have a funeral upon his passing, and his wishes will be respected. We would encourage his friends and coworkers to get together and have their own Celebration of Life for him, to share memories and swap stories of how he touched their lives.
Mueller Funeral Home-Winneconne is assisting the family. If you wish, please submit online condolences/memories to muellerfh.net.
Jodi Wolff wrote on March 19, 2024
So sorry to hear about Eric; gone way too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with Donnie, Michele, and Kurt, and all Eric's friend and family. Thinking of you.
Tim and Karen Treviranus wrote on March 18, 2024
Sending my condolences to all your friends and family.
Jeremy Belongia wrote on March 18, 2024
Worked with Eric for several years and he will truly be missed. He created such a great work environment for the people around him and was always genuine in how he treated people. He took so much pride in doing things right, that if you didn't agree with him he'd sit and look at you until you saw it his way. And then once you agreed with him he would smirk at you like see, I just helped you figure it out. One of a kind!
Vicky Ingraham wrote on March 16, 2024
You were one of the good guys. I'm sorry for his family's loss.
Laurie Zink wrote on March 16, 2024
Our sympathy to Eric's family. Eric was a really nice guy and a great renter. Rest in peace Eric, we will miss you.
Betty, Laurie, Debbie and Bruce
P.S. Don't worry Eric I'll feed the neighborhood cats for you!!! Laurie
Steven Longball Mullen wrote on March 14, 2024
Like most of us remembering Eric, I worked with him for 20 years at hoffmaster and I can tell you he was a stand-up individual. I am proud to call him a friend. I have loads of memories and stories of Eric only some of which can be reprinted for the public! Eric had an easy smile , an almost insane sense of humor and was easy to get along with. I found him to be a shirt -off -his -back kind of guy for a person in need which was me on occasion and I thank him for that. Can you imagine what Eric is up to in the afterlife? OMG !
Douglas Will wrote on March 13, 2024
I remember the good old days back in high school. He was a good friend and was my best man when I got married. He will be missed dearly by the many friends that he met through life.
Sherry Myhre wrote on March 13, 2024
Eric was always the fun guy. I remember our youth growing up in our little town of Omro. I know the reason behind his first tattoo. It was middle school and he and Ron decided to do there own tattoos with India ink. They were so proud.
My condolences to his family.
I will remember all the good times too. RIP Eric
SHIRLEY. S. wrote on March 13, 2024
Rest in peace Eric. My condolences go out to the family. Known along time from work and alright guy. So sorry
Wendy Smith wrote on March 12, 2024
I will never forget Eric. He was very great Man. My heart goes out to his family. So sorry for your loss.
Shawna Hart wrote on March 11, 2024
You are already so very missed at work. I’m glad we had time to talk about God and the next life before it was time for you to go. And I’m happy you were reading the Bible from your step mom. God bless you Eric, I’ll see you again my friend.
John Burdick wrote on March 11, 2024
So sad you had to go so soon..I sure hope they have a drink in heaven. I'll tip one back for you. Rip bud. Was great working with you.
Mike Bartell wrote on March 11, 2024
Worked with Eric for 42 years and lots of laughs and good times were had especially remember our trips to Canada all those years ago will never forget him RIP Eric
Tony Danke wrote on March 11, 2024
Im deeply saddened for the loss of Eric, he was truly in my heart my uncle and called him uncle etc Everytime I saw him, I had many laughs and much fun fishing and hunting with him, I extend my deepest condolences to the family, above all he was great friend, I'll miss him for sure, r.i.p. my friend, till I see you again
Keith Kinderman wrote on March 11, 2024
R.I.P. Eric...Enjoyed working with you for many years.
Willy & Pam Wesner wrote on March 11, 2024
Rest in peace my friend we shall meet again. I have some pretty awesome memories of some of the party's year's ago.
Sheila Kerry wrote on March 11, 2024
So very sorry, Michele, Kurt and families.
Remember all the fun memores.
Loyd K. wrote on March 11, 2024
Good man who almost always had something positive to say when we would talk. He always remembered my wife and would make sure to have me say Hi from Eric when I would see him outside work. As a fellow maintenance man, I could always trust Eric's judgement for any piece of work he was doing and I heard many comments from the newer maintenance employees about his proficiency at his job. And yes, he did have a good sense of humor most days.??
Brian Radke wrote on March 11, 2024
Hoffmaster coworker.
Rest in peace Eric!
Brian