Eric Scott Little

Eric Scott Little, 30, of Coats, North Carolina, passed away on January 07, 2025. Born on June 6, 1994, in Harnett County, North Carolina, Eric was the beloved son of Jeffrey Little and Tammy McLamb Hayes.

Eric was known for his one-of-a-kind personality and fearless, free-spirited nature. He had a sharp sense of humor and a knack for pushing his siblings’ buttons in the most endearing way.

A meticulous and witty individual, Eric had a heart of gold and was always willing to help anyone in need—he would truly give anyone the shirt off his back.

His adventurous spirit shown through his love for hunting, fishing, and dirt biking, especially riding his cherished Honda dirt bike. Eric also had an impeccable sense of style and took great pride in being a sharp dresser.

Eric was pursuing a career as a welder while balancing his many passions and deep love for his family. He brought joy to those around him with his sweet laugh and unforgettable presence.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Linda Lee, maternal step-grandfather John R. Lee, paternal grandmother Maggie Swinson Little, and paternal grandfather George Little.

Eric is survived by his daughter, Peyton Terrill of Coats, NC; his mother Tammy McLamb Hayes and her husband Howard of Faison, NC; his father Jeffrey Little of Coats, NC; his sisters Melissa Little of Dunn, NC and Brittany Cannon Williams, of Autryville, NC; brother Ethan Hayes of Jacksonville, NC; his nephew Carson Otto of Dunn, NC; his maternal grandfather Jerry McLamb of Coats, NC; maternal step grandmother Kaye Hairr of Faison, NC; maternal step grandfather Danny Vann, of Dunn, NC; Life long best friend Jessie Williford, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members, and friends.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Cromartie-Miller Funeral Home in Dunn, NC.

Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the Cromartie-Miller Funeral Home Chapel.

Condolences may be shared at www.cromartiemiller.com.

May Eric’s memory bring comfort to all who knew him.

Services are entrusted to Cromartie-Miller Funeral Home in Dunn, NC.