Eric Joseph Kearney

20 February 193419 June 2023

Eric passed away peacefully, on the 19th of June 2023, at age 89.  Commanding his final performance, he has closed his final curtain.

Cherished family to William and Jennifer, and their sons, Liam and Gryffon.

Following a private burial, a memorial service to celebrate Eric’s life will be held at 10.30am on Friday the 23rd of June, in The North Harbour Chapel of Dil’s Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road Albany

We will remember the best of him; our font of knowledge, his wicked wit and inimitable charm.  Maria Callas can now deliver personal performances of dolce arias, forevermore.

Most dearly loved, ti amo, sempre.

Funeral service held at Dil's Funeral Services

Tributes

Pink drink for Hayley with some girls

Hannah Jane

An amazing man. He never forgot my birthday and Sent a card every year. He shared much memorabilia with me from the Civic, and was instrumental in allowing me to get the Civic Tours off the ground 4 years ago. Love you Eric. Rest in peace you beautiful man.

Peter Dobson

Dear Eric, How will I survive without your effervescent enthusiasm, your pragmatic demeanor, your spell-binding stories and your erudite, articulate conversation, innit! What fun & laughter we have shared over 30years. It is an absolute privilege to call you my friend. Love & hugs, from Linda xx

Linda Nash

I was lucky enough to meet Eric when i worked with him in the 90s at the Civic. I was even luckier to become his friend. Thank you dear friend for all the joy, laughter and even the outrageous stories especially of The Civic ghost. You will be missed.

MaryBrigid Turner
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