Eric Larkin

Eric Lee Larkin, 28, of Hillcrest St., died November 28, 2015 from a suspected accidental Carbon Monoxide poisoning. He was born on November 24, 1987 in Cleveland Co., a son of Terry Lee and Sherry Ann Erich Larkin of Cherryville. He was employed at Keystone Powdered Metal. Eric had a heart of gold who would do anything to help someone in need and had friends in all walks of life. He found great pleasure repairing vehicles, off roading and camping with his many friends. Eric was looking forward to nothing more than being a father to his unborn son, Tucker Lee Larkin, due January 3rd, 2016. Eric was greatly loved and will be missed by his family and friends.

In addition to his parents he is survived by his fiancée, Destyani Layine Harris of Vale; sister, Leighann Elizabeth Larkin and companion Billy Crotts of Kings Mountain; maternal grandfather, Louis Erich, of Cherryville; paternal grandmother, Marilyn Gail Larkin of Weedville, PA; Uncle, Rick Larkin and his fiancée, Dee Erich of Penfield, PA; Aunt, Ruthie (Brian) Shippling of Connelly Springs, NC; Uncle, Mike (Brenda) Erich - Hildebran, NC; Aunt, Louise (Joe) Woodford of St. Mary's, PA; Aunt, Laurie (Denny) Young of St. Mary's, PA; and cousins, Kristi, Shawn, Annemarie, Pierce, Rusty and Carmen.

A gathering of friends will be held on Thursday, December 3, 2015 at First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall from 4:00-7:00 PM and at other times at the home. A Celebration of Eric's life will follow in the fellowship hall with Pastor Mike Collins.

Memorials may be made to https://www.gofundme.com/k5cdahrg