Eric Lee Gary, known as "E", was an amazing brother, son, father, and uncle to many, and always left a smile on many faces. Eric enjoyed music, going to the studio, skateboarding, and spending time with family. Eric attended Tichenor Middle School and Lloyd High School, where he found his passion for basketball.

Eric lived in Covington, Kentucky, until God called him home on September 10, 2026. His family and friends loved him deeply.

Eric was preceded in death by his grandmother, Gladys Gary; grandfather, William Melvin Gary; uncle, James Henry Gary; aunt, Minnie Earl Gary; and cousins, James Earl Gary and Charles Afrad Gary.

Eric leaves to cherish his loving memory, his only daughter, Arailyn Stanley; mother, Deborah Ann Gary (Eatmond); his stepfather Stephen Luke Sr. whom Eric looked up to as a father figure; brothers, Stephen Gary Luke, Jr., Julian Christoper Gary, Derrick Nicholas Gary, and Jameson John Gary; sisters, Jeanette Rachelle Gary, Krystal Ann Gary, Alexis Marquetta Gary, Bianca Leandra Gary, and Sadashia Somone Gary; uncles, Ben Lee Gary, John William Gary (Sunny), William Jr. (Big Man); aunt, Jessie Mae Gary, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from 6:00 pm until 7:00 pm, on Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Walker Funeral Home - Northern Kentucky, 1129 Garrard Street, Covington (41011). The funeral service will immediately follow the visitation, beginning at 7:00 pm. Friends and family will gather to share memories, find solace in one another's company, and honor the legacy he leaves behind.

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Walker Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the Gary family during this difficult time. Please call 513.251.6200 or visit www.HerbWalker.com for additional information.