Eric Wade Hilts

Lansing, MI

Eric Wade Hilts 51, passed away on February 26, 2012 after a lifelong battle with diabetes. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. He was born January 22, 1961 to Ivan (Chuck) and Carol Hilts of DeWitt, MI. He graduated from DeWitt High School and Lansing Community College and attended Michigan State University. Eric worked in many fields throughout his life including as a chef, heating and cooling, and facility maintenance. He enjoyed woodworking and created many spectacular pieces for his friends and family. Eric is survived by his mother, Carol; special friend, Bernadette (Bernie); brothers and sisters, Dawn (Ken) Goodwin, Brad Hilts, Casey Hilts and Amy Galatian; 9 nieces and nephews; and 9 grand nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be at 11:00am Thursday, March 1, 2012 at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 205 E. Washington, DeWitt with Shannon Tenney officiating. Visitation will be 2-4pm and 6-8pm Wednesday. In Lieu of flowers, gifts in Eric’s memory may be made to the University of Michigan Comprehensive Diabetes Center at www.umich.edu/diabetes/giving.html.