Sergeant First Class  Eric Masser, USA retired

Eric’s final wish was that family and friends would celebrate his life and always remember how much he loved and cared for everyone. Eric was born in Chicago and raised in California by his mother Carol. Eric’s journey through life led to a career of 32 years in the Military. He served in the Marines. While stationed in Taegu, Korea he met the love of his life, his wife Kimberlea (also serving in the US Army). While serving in the US Army he was a Water Purification Specialist, Recruiter, and a Training NCO until his retirement. He was very proud of his Military Service. Eric was also very proud to acquire his family’s first home, in Spanaway. His passion: First and foremost his wife Kimberlea & Matthew (Son), Family and Military. Eric was a avid runner. His favorite sports teams were LA Dodgers & LA Lakers. Eric was a devoted Catholic and worked hard to be the best man he could be. Eric was loved by many and will be missed by all forever.

Services will be held

3pm June 18th, 2019 at

Scott Funeral Home Tacoma 1215 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Tacoma

  1. Kimberlea Masser says:

    I miss you so soo much Eric Masser. I just hope that you know that you will always be my #1 in my life!! But i know you will be our guarding angel for the rest of Mine & Matthew life R. I. H. ERIC MASSER

  2. Joel stabile says:

    Carole Jennifer and Bryce my prayers and thoughts are with you. Carole you raised a beautiful person . Love you! Love each other especially now.
    Joel

  3. Cindy Leshtz says:

    My deepest condolences to the Masser family , his wife and son. May his memory be a blessing

  4. Krish Lalu says:

    Eric buddy, thanks for the ever-lasting memories. Whenever I think of Seattle, I think about us driving around causing trouble trying to find people to join the Army. I’m glad our friendship continued long after we both left Seattle.

  5. Stacy Brummer Brock says:

    Eric was truly a special person.
    I will miss his yearly birthday and mother’s day text messages.
    My prayers and hugs are with you.
    Jen and Carol.

  6. Jennifer Masser says:

    Eric, I could not even begin to describe how incredible I think you were. You were kind, positive, caring, had an amazing work ethic, you were funny and smart and I will miss you every single day of my life (which will never be the same now). I will go on and remember all of the great qualities you had, and you will be with me in my heart forever, until we meet again, I love you brother (later). Jenny

  7. Nicole McDaniel says:

    Mass is what I would always call you. I know you are watching over Kim and Matt. You will always be my battle buddy!!
    Water Dawgs for life??

  8. George Aguilar says:

    Hi Kim, I’m so sorry for your loss, keep your heart warm, lots of love to you Cuz George

  9. Brian Egger says:

    Well we were friends for 46 years Eric and had lots of great times together weather at Hockey Games Football games the 1984 Olympics and of course most of all All the Running ? High School Cross Country and Track and then at camp Goofy with Craig who I hope your back Running now ? lots of great and fun times in the Santa Monica mountains anyway My Brother thanks so very much for your friendship all of these decades I will miss you big time ! ? and till we meet again and we will Rest In Peace as you always said LATER ??

  10. Brian S says:

    Eric, all the years I have know you, you have been a stand up guy always have a kind word, helping others a vast sports knowledge in which we have many conversations about. You will be missed by many. RIP Eric

  11. Carol Silberman says:

    Eric, I am so proud of the man you became and how everyone
    loves and respects you. I love and respect you also and am so proud of all of your accomplishments. I hope you will rest in comfort and will know that I will keep you in my heart and love you forever.

  12. MSG Anthony Wilson says:

    It was great to have met you and share life learnings with one another. Rest In Peace BROTHER!

  13. Frank Sonntag says:

    Eric was a great friend and great American. He took over my job as training NCO in 2004. He was so positive in everything and a great Soldier. He will truly be missed and was taken way too soon. God Bless you Eric. See you again my friend ????????????

  14. gary cech says:

    I was in the other unit in Oceanside , we helped each other out every once in a while. He was fun., but his driving . Take care masser , be at peace

  15. Steve Brunelle says:

    So sorry to hear of Eric’s passing, which I just learned of. We had a lot of good times together, especially at Dodger games in the early ’80s. It was Eric that actually sparked my own lifelong love of the Dodgers, when we both began completing scorecards on each game (way back in 1979 – can it really be that long?). He was a just a pleasant, easygoing and loyal guy. We both had a lot of growing up to do and although we lost touch over the years, it’s clear from everyone’s comments here that he lived a live that was full. He touched all our lives with constant, upbeat spirit, loyalty and goodwill. We met at Dixie Canyon grade school. My memories of him from that point on are special, as he was. Eric was a rare true, faithful man who was passionate about everything and everyone in his life. Thanks for the love of the Dodgers you imparted in me, my friend. I’ll miss you.

  16. Greg Horowitz says:

    From Dixie Canyon Elementary, Millikan Jr. High and Grant High, you were always a kind and thoughtful person.
    Running cross country, sunswept drive runs, you were always there.
    Thank you for your service and friendship.
    Until we meet again.
    ❤️

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