Eric was baptized at age thirteen and became a member of Greater Bethel Baptist Church alongside his family. He attended San Marcos High School and graduated in 1979 and then graduated from Southwest Texas State University. He faithfully served for 24 ½ year as a firefighter for the Ladder 36A in Austin, TX attaining the rank of Captain.

He was preceded in death by his father James H. Hamilton. Eric leaves to cherish his precious memory, a loving mother Gertrude Hamilton, a beloved sister Sheila Hamilton of San Marcos, TX and a host of other relatives and friends. If you so desire, in lieu of flowers please send any contributions to Greater Bethel Baptist Church San Marcos, TX or the Hays County Food Bank. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Harrell Funeral Homes of Kyle, TX (512) 268-8200. An online memorial tribute can be found at www.harrellfuneralhomes.com.