Eric Alexander Hartman, 53, of Jonesborough, went to live forever with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, February 28th, 2015, of complications following heart surgery.
Eric was born on July 18, 1961. He attended Sulphur Springs High School and graduated from Daniel Boone High School. He also graduated from Northeast Technical School with an Associate’s Degree in Auto Mechanics. Eric was service manager at C&T Volkswagen and Sherwood Chevrolet for approximately 10 years. In 1999 he opened his own business in Sulphur Springs. Eric was a Master Automotive Technician, ASE Certified, for over 30 years. He was brilliant in his profession, refusing to allow any mechanical problem to stump him. Eric’s death following heart surgery is a complete mystery. Eric could have figured it out.
He was very self-reliant, independent, hardworking and extremely intelligent. Eric loved nature, studying his Bible, taking care of his cattle and the farm, his family, friends, history, he loved learning, teaching children, solving the unsolvable, telling stories, “loafin”, and most of all, his beloved Eli and Willie. He was a true man of God.
Eric was preceded in death by his Daddy, Harry Gene Hartman. He is survived by his Mama, Betty McCracken Hartman Webb; two sisters, Sherry Hartman Hyatt (Doc); Joy Hartman Horton (Bryan); three brothers, Terry Hartman (Sandy), Bill Hartman, Randall Hartman (Betsy) and many, many nieces and nephews, and his beloved Eli and Willie.
He will be buried at Washington County Memory Gardens on Friday, March 6th, at 3:30 pm.
Pallbearers will be Terry Hartman, Bill Hartman, Randall Hartman, Jared Horton, Doc Hyatt, Kevin Hartman, Ben Carder, and Harrison Hartman. Honorary pallbearers: Houston Carder, Dailey Carder, and Cameron Davis.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Journeys End No Kill Animal Shelter, The Bridge Home No Kill Animal Rescue or Washington County, TN Animal Shelter.
Please know that Carol and I are praying for your family. We
are so sorry for your loss of a brother and Mother.
03/06/2015
Teresa Humphrey Hyatt
I was saddened to hear of Eric's passing. We sang in Reflections together. He was a great guy then, and by what I've read, he still was. Rest In Peace Eric. Til we meet again!
03/06/2015
Clint & Sue Smith
We are so sorry to hear of Eric's passing. He always
acted as a true Christian and was an absolutely
dependable master mechanic. He could always be counted
on to do the right thing. He will be missed. Our
prayers are with his family and friends in this time
of sorrow.
03/06/2015
Lisa Smith Potter
I went to high school with Eric at DBHS. He first caught my attention during the spring of our junior year while we were rehearsing for our spring choral concert. He was singing his solo with The Reflections and was having so much fun; it was contagious. We got to know one another a bit over the next few months.
He was always kind, always smiling, and always a gentleman. This world has truly lost one of the good guys way too soon.
Blessings to your family as you adapt to life without him. I'll look forward with you to seeing him again around the throne of God.
03/06/2015
Kathy Lewis Shelton & Family
My family is keeping each of you in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Eric was a true friend and I will miss him very much. Eric was a very intelligent, honest, and dependable person. He was so friendly and kind to my grandson, Brayden. Brayden was really fond of Eric. May God bless the family in the days to come.
Eric was a great person. He impacted so many people in such
a positive way. His talents and abilities were admired by so
many. Eric always made time for everyone no matter how
busy he was. My prayers are with the family during this difficult
time. Rest in peace my friend.
Words aren't sufficient to express the thoughts my family and I had toward Eric. Cohort, counselor, consoler, adviser, friend - he was all of those to us and more. My Mother loved him like a second son. Our love and prayers go out to each member of the family. In the days to come, rest in the presence of the Father and in the knowledge that Eric was very loved by so many.
My deepest sympathy to the Hartman family. I had the pleasure of helping Eric for many years with his auto parts needs. Eric was the customer that comes along but once in a lifetime. I sure will miss you old friend. Bob
03/05/2015
Herman and Nancy Tester
Some 55 years ago when we first came to Sulphur Springs community, Gene and Betty Hartman and family were among the first people we knew. We had the pleasure of knowing and working with the kids, including Eric, in church, school and the community. Eric was a special child, youth and man. Smart, respectful, with a willingness to learn and teach others. Our hearts go out to his mother Betty and siblings Terry, Sherry, Joy, Billy and Randal and their families in this great loss. We love you and wish you the best.
03/05/2015
Lanny and Betty Daniels
During this difficult time we would like to say your sadness and loss is very much shared by us. Knowing Eric was a true pleasure. Through business and our "free" time conversations he touched our lives. Everyone loved Eric! His intelligence was obivious and his goodness just flowed with his comments and concerns of life. It was a pleasure and honor to call Eric a friend. God Bless to all his family.
03/05/2015
Sam and Jane McGhee
We are very sorry for your loss. Eric will missed
By the whole community he helped so many people.
We are proud to have known him and his family.
I only met Eric once, and he was a man I'll never forget. My
sincere condolences to the family and all who knew him.
Eric was a true friend and I will miss him very much. Eric was a very intelligent, honest, and dependable person. He was so friendly and kind to my grandson, Brayden. Brayden was really fond of Eric. May God bless the family in the days to come.
03/05/2015
Jan and James akers
We are so sorry for your loss,are prayers are with the entire
family love to all jan and james
Sorry to hear this. Eric was the first person other than family
that I met after moving to Tennessee. He hired me at
Sherwood VW as a tech and even offered to help move us.
What a wonderful human being he was! It's certain he is
resting in the light of the Lord.
03/05/2015
Kathryn Boreing
Eric was born 17 days before my son Brent. They have been
friends all their lives. His mother Betty and have also been
friends for over 70 yrs. My heart goes out to all the family.May
God give you love and peace and strength .
03/05/2015
David & Brenda Huff
So very sorry to hear about Eric, we lived next to eric for 20 years. He was a great man and he will be missed by all. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless
03/05/2015
Megan Franklin
Prayers for your family at this difficult time.
Eric was such a nice man and a good friend to my
grandpa.
03/05/2015
Charisse Peeks
I am so sorry to hear about Eric. Just wanted to let his family know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.
I offer my deepest sympathies to the Hartman family. Eric will surely be missed by all, he was a great person and friend!
03/05/2015
James & Jane Smith
So sorry to here of Eric's death. He was a good friend that will be missed. Our prayers are with his family.
I took care of your beloved Eric after his heart surgery. I just want to say what a true fighter he was in the end, I have never seen anyone fight so hard. I don't usually comment on patients page after their passing but your family touched my heart so much. My prayers are with you and your mother as I know she is also very ill. With much respect
With Deepest Sympathy, I am so sorry to hear this , no words
can explain. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you
during this difficult time. Eric was a wonderful person and I
was blessed to have known him over the years.
Praying for the family Mr Hartman was what i would call him when i needed him to work on one my car's he would always say to me what have you tore up now Mr Payne it didn't matter what it was he would say bring it down and I'll take care of it Mr Hartman was a friend and good man and i will miss him GOD Bless
sorry for your lost
03/04/2015
Terri McLemore
I am so sorry to hear about Eric. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family. May God's love give comfort and peace that passes all understanding during this time.
03/04/2015
mlke dearstone
I am truly sadden by hearing of the death of eric . he was always
a good friend to me.To all the Hartman you will be in my prays .
God bless you all.
