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Eric W. Littrell

June 8th, 1970 – November 25th, 2022

Eric W. Littrell, 52, of Vermont, IL, passed away on November 25, 2022 in Mt. Vernon, IL. He was born on June 8, 1970 in Decatur, IL, the son of Pat Riley. Eric married his “Sweetie” Rhonda Riggins on June 6, 2015. She survives.

Also surviving are his parents Bill and Pat Bender of Vermont, his 2 sons, Zachary and Aidan of Decatur, and his sister Stacie Walker, of Decatur. He was a proud uncle to 3 nieces and 8 nephews. He fully embraced his role as a member of the Riggins family.

Eric was a great friend and treasured time spent with his special tribe of friends.

He enjoyed fitness and health, and teaching Krav Maga and kettlebell to help others achieve their fitness goals.

Eric served his Country in the Navy and loved to hear his grandfather talk about his own time in the service. He was a member of the Vermont American Legion He enjoyed his work as an employee of the Village of Vermont.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Condolences


November 28th, 2022

I am so sorry to hear about Eric sending my love and lots of hugs. Kathy

November 28th, 2022

I am so sorry Rhonda. I love you❤️Stasia

November 28th, 2022

So sorry to hear this...prayers for Rhonda and family......Anni Mitchell

November 28th, 2022

Love you Rhonda. There will be a hole in our lives from missing Eric. He was one of the good ones.

November 28th, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Eric's passing, he was a great friend to all. Our prayers and hugs go out to all his family. Ok

November 28th, 2022

So sorry for you Loss Rhonda… love u

November 28th, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with you Rhonda, and your families

November 28th, 2022

So sorry Rhonda. I will miss Eric harassing me on my daily walks. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Tana Crossman

November 28th, 2022

Our sympathy 🙏🏻. Heartbroken for Rhonda and Eric's families. 💔

November 28th, 2022

My heart breaks for you, Rhonda. Sending love and prayers to you❤️

November 28th, 2022

Becky and Greg Lundeen

November 28th, 2022

So sorry, Rhonda. The family is in our prayers. Randy & Mardeen Snowden

November 28th, 2022

I'm so very sorry. He was so good to my Aunt Jane when she was in CMH. Thinking of you Rhonda. 💔 Debbie Douglas

November 28th, 2022

My deepest condolences go out to you Rhonda and all the family. Fly high Eric!- Cheryl Reimolds

November 28th, 2022

I'm so very sorry Rhonda. Penny Collins

November 28th, 2022

Rhonda so sorry to hear this. My heart aches for you. I loved working with Eric he was always a lot of fun. He will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers for all of you

November 28th, 2022

So sorry to hear this Rhonda. Prayers to you and family. (Hugs) RIP Eric- Angela Cain

November 28th, 2022

I’m so sorry for your loss Rhonda, Pat and Bill. Eric was special. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

November 28th, 2022

So sorry Rhonda for the loss of Eric. Although we didn’t know him, with your Facebook pics etc. it seemed like we did. Sending prayers. Jerry and Carolyn Stutsman

November 28th, 2022

I am so very sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed hearing Eric talk about his wife with such love!

November 29th, 2022

So sorry. Your family will continue to be in my thoughts and Prayers. Pam & Steve Burget

November 29th, 2022

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt sympathy, thoughts, and prayers for all of Rhonda's and Eric's families. Cheryl & Gary Matteson & Family

November 30th, 2022

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our love, heart, and prayers are with you. Ryan and Devin Pope

November 30th, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Eric's passing. We have a lot of wonderful memories of our nephew. He will always be loved and greatly missed.
Love, Uncle Bob and Aunt Terri

November 30th, 2022

Ronda I am so sorry to hear of Eric’s. Thoughts and prayers.

November 30th, 2022

I was fortunate to have had Eric as a student at Spoon River College. I will always remember his big voice, his bright mind, and his witty repartee. Also, Eric wrote one of the best essays I have ever received as a teacher. I want to pass along my condolences to his family. Eric was a bright and lively human being.

December 2nd, 2022

I was on my way to a kettlebell workout when I saw of Eric's passing. He really inspired my interest in this and his unique teachings were impactful. I'm sorry to hear of his passing at such a young age. Peace, Susan Denecke

June 11th, 2024

My apologies for this being so late. So sorry to hear of the loss of such a bright soul.