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Cheyenne "GG" Naegler wrote on September 5, 2026

Dearest Eric,

I remember meeting you & thinking how quiet you were especially in contrast to Jason. Then you came to my 30th birthday and between the 2 of you I thought I'd pee my pants and die laughing as I as slowly asphyxiated. You came along with Jase to the hospital when I gave birth to my little baby squirrel and brought sweet gifts that are still with us to this day 19 yrs later. She could have used a Dr like you, one who might understand what she/they are going through. I never thought to ask for guidance, but that's me, off with the pixies & lost in thought. To me you were a little scary - that quiet, sweet, funny, solid rock behind Jase that could see right through me and accept me fully. I hadn't had a lot of that. I think that's why I always hid a little from you, I didn't know what to do with that acceptance. Now you're gone and that is a regret I'll deal with. Your beautiful soul always shone so brightly and still does in all the love you sent out in this world seemingly in waves (or possibly raves, It's unclear 😆) instead of mere ripples xo

Russ wrote on September 4, 2026

Theodore Ip wrote on September 4, 2026

Maureen & Tom wrote on September 4, 2026

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Andrew Edwards wrote on September 4, 2026

Erica H wrote on September 4, 2026

Amy wrote on September 4, 2026

Emily wrote on September 3, 2026

Lawrence Akers wrote on September 3, 2026

Eric, you gorgeous soul.

Despite knowing your husband for what feels like forever, I can't believe it took until the final night of The Market for me to meet you properly.  I can recall saying to Jason that night that I thought you were amazing and wondered why we hadn't connected sooner.  I immediately knew I was around a kind hearted, generous, loving, authentic soul.

We got to know each other so much more after that - a rather rambunctious weekend away in Daylesford, or drinks over at our place, or a more civilised dinner at yours, or when we had a medical issue perhaps a little too sensitive for most doctors, you were the one we seeked guidance and comfort in.  I think one of the last times I got to spend quality time with you was going to see 'Stop Making Sense' together, bonding over our mutual love of their song 'This Must Be The Place'- now a song that will ALWAYS make me think of you and smile knowing that it will always help to keep your spirit alive.

For now, we sit in disbelief that a man so loving and beautiful has been so cruelly taken away from us far too soon.  I will always be grateful for your friendship, your humour, and your humanity.  I promise we'll all help to take care of Jason for you as he'll always be the other half of your beautiful heart.

Alex Wynn-Green wrote on September 3, 2026

Liz wrote on September 3, 2026

Karen Bowen wrote on September 3, 2026

Gillian Murray wrote on September 3, 2026

Kate McArtney wrote on September 3, 2026

Darling Eric,

The memory of seeing Fleetwood Mac’s “songbird” live with you and knowing how much you loved it like me will forever be a core memory in some of the shared fun we had over the years.

Whenever i hear it, I’ll know you are close by and it shall be that wonderful reminder of the foot prints your beautiful soul has left on my heart……

For you, there'll be no more crying
For you, the sun will be shining
And I feel that when I'm with you
It's alright, I know it's right

To you, I'll give the world
To you, I'll never be cold
'Cause I feel that when I'm with you
It's alright, I know it's right

And the songbirds are singing
Like they know the score
And I love you, I love you, I love you
Like never before

And I wish you all the love in the world
But most of all, I wish it from myself

And the songbirds keep singing
Like they know the score
And I love you, I love you, I love you
Like never before
Like never before
Like never before

Only the wonderful Fleetwood Mac could so beautifully articulate the love our hearts feel for the humans we are so lucky to share memories with, laugh with, cry with and love, I hope you know how loved you were darling man.

I hope the music continues to play wherever you are, until then rest easy.

To our Jason, almost 20 years of knowing you both, we have seen each other through many seasons of life and ridden all the waves, my love is unwavering and my ability to continue to annoy you will be everlasting.

Love from your favourite kiwi (AKA Lezbanisim)

Richard Tropea wrote on September 2, 2026

Nat K wrote on September 2, 2026

Lee wrote on September 2, 2026

Byron and Claire wrote on September 2, 2026

MICHAEL CASSIDY wrote on September 2, 2026

Tracy Kennedy wrote on September 2, 2026

Craig Lawson wrote on September 1, 2026

Vicky Judd wrote on September 1, 2026

Jason and Molly 😻  my heart absolutely breaks for both of  you. ❤️

I honestly don’t think there are words big enough to describe what you must be feeling right now. Watching you and Eric together over the years, it was so clear how deeply you loved each other. You were such a heartfelt, beautiful couple, and the love between you was something very special.

Eric was such a beautiful person — inside and out. He had a warmth and kindness about him that made him so easy to love, and there was just something incredibly special about him. He was one of those people whose presence stayed with you.

I can’t pretend to know the depth of the pain you are feeling, but I truly feel your broken heart. I wish more than anything I could take some of that pain away from you.

Eric wasn’t just your husband — he was your person, your love, your life and your everyday. I know how much of your heart went with him.

Please don’t feel you have to be strong for everyone. Take your time, grieve, cry, remember, and just get through each day however you can.

I’m thinking of you, I’m hurting for you, and I’m sending you all the love and strength I possibly can. ❤️

Eric was so incredibly loved, and the beautiful love you shared will always remain.

Love you Jasey 😽

Scott White wrote on September 1, 2026

Debbie & Michael Neat wrote on September 1, 2026

Ronnit wrote on September 1, 2026

Paula and Dean wrote on September 1, 2026

Jason Lee Prior wrote on September 1, 2026

Terry Laidler & John Lee wrote on September 1, 2026

Eric Reginald William SALTER

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