March 26, 2025

Eric was a good man. I know of no higher compliment. Eric was a caring, helpful neighbor to my mother, Hazel Derstler for years and I will always be grateful for this unwavering, friendly assistance. I enjoyed his company and respected his professional service to Lancaster. Godspeed Eric. You were (and still are) a good man. Thanks.
Kraig Derstler

November 07, 2018

My condolence to the Stewart family and friends, Eric was loved by many. Always lifted the room with his great spirits. He will be missed as a friend and co worker. 

November 01, 2018

I will miss myy dear friend. He has his wings

November 01, 2018

My condolences to the Stewart family, Eric will truly be missed at WBH on the night shift.  He always was smiling even when life was tough.  We often talked about family, friends, and travel to pass the time.  As a new motorcyclist he would check in to see how I was doing and talk about his next road trip on his bike.  The entire WBH family send our thoughts and prayers.
Tricia Hillegas

October 31, 2018

To the Stewart Family,
Eric was a good family friend. Eric and I grew up together back when we were just 2 kids playing together on Woodward St. I will always remember his family being so friendly to all of us kids. We always seemed to cross paths over the years to catch up and talk about our families. Eric will be greatly missed by our family. What a good man and friend. 
God Bless,
Jeff Heming  

October 31, 2018

My deepest sympathy to Eric’s family.  I worked with Eric at LCPD and how he made us laugh!!  He enjoyed scaring me and boy, did he laugh….I can hear his laughter now!!!  I called you family when you walked out that door upon your retirement and I meant it.  You will be missed.
Marge or as you would say, Large Marge.

October 31, 2018

“Gentlemen, what have you to report?” “Only this sir, the country is squarely behind you.” “Bully!”  End of shift will never be the same without you, my friend. I will watch our favorite movie this year, as always, but I am sure a tear will dim my eyes.           REQUIEM aeternam dona ei, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei . Requiescat in pace. Amen. 

October 30, 2018

My condolence and prayers to the Stewart family

October 30, 2018

Eric was a good friend of mine whle we were members of the lancaster City Police Dept.  His presence mnadated respect by his fellow officers and the community. He was well liked.  I will always remember him as an easy to get along with guy and a very professional police officer.  He dealt with the community which clearly demonstrated fairness.  I will miss him, but never forget him.  I will pray for you and the family.
 
Dick McCue

October 30, 2018

Maggie and family,
I am so deeply deeply sorry for your loss. Eric was such a sweet, kind hearted man. It was such a pleasure to get to know you both and to partake in his care. I enjoyed getting to know more and more about you both and your family. I surely will miss Erics laugh and smile and his happy spirits, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please dont hesitate if you need anything. He was a great man and will truly be missed, treasure the memories.
Amy Mayberry

October 30, 2018

My deepest sympathy to Eric’s family.  I am so sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.  He was such a wonderful person to work with at the police department.  God speed Eric (you will be missed).

October 30, 2018

Eric, always the brightest light to enter a room.  I will always treasure his wit and humor.  I learned so much from him.  Rest in Peace.     Jack Snader

October 29, 2018

To Eric wife and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Donna Speece

October 29, 2018

Maggie – I am so sorry for your loss.  Eric and I were instructors together at AAA.  I will miss his humor and ability to make me laugh no matter what mood I was in.  I will treasure the memories we had and pray for peace for you at this difficult time

October 29, 2018

I am deeply saddened to learn of your loss of Eric and send my heartfelt sympathy. I will treasure fond memories of him, so many years ago, as a student in my English class at J.P. McCaskey High School. All of you will remain in my thoughts and prayers. With kindest regards, Jane Taylor Pelland, Charleston, South Carolina

October 29, 2018

To Eric’s Family,
My the peace of the Lord rest with you during this time of a great loss. I only recently had the privilege to meet Eric at the Blue Knights meetings but I was truly blesed by his bigger than life attitude I will truly miss brother Eric.

October 28, 2018

To Eric’s Family, 
  Gods Peace and Love to you all. I / We enjoyed Eric’s visits to our bank over the years and will surely miss him. He was a good man and always talked highly of his family and his adventures. He seemed to really enjoy life. A great loss to all, but he is resting now with Catherine ♥️♥️

October 28, 2018

My deepest sympathy to your new wife, children & grandchildren!  You were a great man and will be missed by all those whose lives you touched through the years!  Rest in peace my friend & may your light continue to shine through those you leave here to continue your legacy.
Pam Holcomb

October 28, 2018

Being a detective i spent alot of time at various police departments throughout eastern PA. and much of that time not only at Lancaster City Police station but working with many LCPD officers and detectives. Eric was not only a wonderful man but a great officer as well. He was charasmatic, always very positive and upbeat, and just an absolute charm to be around and a great friend. we stayed in contact after we both retired and i always valued and cherished his friendship. He was one of the finest men i’ve ever known. The world was a much better place with him in it and sadly will be just a bit emptier with him gone. Gods’ speed my friend and i’ll miss you more than words can describe.
John R. Lutz-retired   Lancaster County Drug Task Force

October 28, 2018

God bless your family. I enjoyed working with you and your partner Steve White. You have left us too soon. You and Cathy have a beautiful family. Many have learned a lot from our Sarge.

October 27, 2018

for Eric and his family – We have only the fondest of memories, from the days on house checks in Lancaster Township to the days of classes and driving lessons at AAA. You are a geat influence on everyone – citizens, students, and, especially, co-workers. A great many people will  truly miss you.

October 27, 2018

Dearest Eric,
Thank you for being a light every night we worked together at WBH! I also remember coming into the hospital in labor, how quickly you escorted me to triage! 😊 You are missed and loved by many! Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Molly

October 27, 2018

To Eric my school friend who went off to be a beautiful Lancaster city police officer your family has my deepest sympathy you were truly one of a kind god bless you and RIP to you and cathy two beautiful souls I will always remember the meetings interwoven in life god bless your friend kathy 

October 27, 2018

Every time I hit a golf ball, I will think of my buudy, Eric. Growing up with my friend, sharing our career at LPD and playing it out (having fun) on the golf course. May Our Dear Lord embrace you with His Perfect Love and Mercy!                     See you on the next tee!

October 27, 2018

Condolences to Maggie and the rest of Eric’s family.  Eric was the best street cop I ever knew and a great man.  I was lucky enough to be trained by him when I first came on the job.  Thanks for everything my friend.

October 27, 2018

To a great guy who always had a kind word and a great smile. Will always remember the fun times we had working the “Broken Windows” gig together. Rest in pease brother.

October 27, 2018

Rest in peace brother. It was great knowing you starting way back when you were a shy CSA. To Eric’s family, you have my sympathy and my thoughts are with you.      

October 27, 2018

Rest in peace brother. It was great knowing you starting way back when you were a shy CSA. To Eric’s family, you have my sympathy and my thoughts are with you.      Denny Arnold

October 27, 2018

Rest in Peace…