Eric could build just about anything from furniture and buildings to networks and circuit boards.  He loved his children and spent hours playing catch and helping with homework.  He loved to run and he encouraged his wife in all her endeavors, recently helping her complete a 5K in Disneyland.  He enjoyed going to San Jose Sharks games, was happy when the Green Bay Packers won the Super Bowl, and loved watching his Wisconsin Badgers in the Rose Bowl.