Eric Thomas DeMers

Published 10:55 am Thursday, November 21, 2013

Eric came to us in dramatic fashion on September 26, 1987. Born to parents Holly and Ben DeMers, he did nothing but fill the lives of those around him with joy and laughter.

Born in Missoula, Montana, Eric Thomas DeMers grew to delight both his parents and siblings, older sister Kari and brother Bryce. Being the youngest of the three, he admired both of them yet developed an individuality and uniqueness only those who knew him could appreciate.

Eric attended Bonner Elementary School through his early school years before moving to Bend Oregon in 2001 to attend Mountain View High School, graduating in 2005. While in Bend, he surrounded himself with a new circle of friends, as his humor and personality drew people to him readily.

Eric resided in Oregon with his mother and near his sister and brother until his return to Montana in the summer of 2012.

The mountains and rivers of his home were enjoyed with his brother Bryce, his love; Kim Geisreiter, and their four children (dogs); Bob, Sorra, Hubert and Frank.

His time with us far too short, he leaves us with tender loving memories and a smile on our faces in remembrance of his huge, strong heart and wry sense of humor. He cared very much for his family.

Eric was preceded in death by his grandfathers Fred Jacobi and Raymond DeMers .

Eric is survived by his father, Ben DeMers, Ben’s wife, Susan and 3 stepsisters Kylie, Chelsie and Cory Rauch all of Missoula, MT; mother Holly DeMers of Redmond, OR; soul mate Kim Geisreiter and their four children Bob, Sorra, Frank and Hubert; sister Kari DeMers of Redmond, OR and her two children Jordan and Aiyana; brother Bryce DeMers of Missoula; Grandmothers Barbara Jacobi of Clinton and Jo DeMers of Missoula and many more loving family and friends.

Eric now walks in peace with his Grandpa Fred and dog Autumn, making memories and having adventures together. We feel his arms enveloping us with his peaceful presence as he engulfs us in his love.