Eric Ryan Trowbridge

       Eric Ryan Trowbridge, age 45 of Chesterton, IN, passed away on December 6, 2025.  He was born on July 9, 1980, in Valparaiso, IN to Larry Trowbridge and Robbin Trowbridge. Eric suffered from stage 4 renal and liver diseases which led to his having a heart attack.

       At the time of Eric’s birth, both kidneys had collapsed. Eric was 3 months premature. At the weight of 3lbs, he was put on life support   However, within hours the decision was made to remove him from life support. The doctor completed his death certificate and in the fashion of a fighter, he took his first breath and lived. In this way his life was a miracle. His mother's nickname for him has since been Twirpy.

       Eric is preceded in death by his brother, John Trowbridge, on October 22, 2001. John's passing forever altered Eric's life.

       Also proceeding Eric in death is his step-mom Dollye Trowbridge and his grandfathers, Larry Trowbridge Sr., and Eddie Sheets.

       Eric is survived by his brother, Steven Trowbridge; his half-sister, Kimberly Mills; his nephew, Oliver Allen, his grandmothers, Nancy Trowbridge, and Janice Sheets, as well as his life long friend Morgan Bapst.
 
       Eric was artistic, beginning in 2nd grade, when he won a state award for his talents.  Encouraged by his Grandfather, Eddie Sheets, A two time National Judo Champion, Eric also studied Judo and other forms of martial arts.

       Eric was a member of the Duneland Soccer Club, was on the Chesterton High School soccer team, and was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. During the mid 1990s, he was instrumental in bringing together a large community of youth through the heavy music scene.
 
       Eric obtained an associate’s degree from Vincennes University and then later his bachelor’s from IU, both in criminal justice.  It was during Eric’s time at IU that he chose to become baptized in the Catholic religion.  
 
       Eric enjoyed helping his mother with many different organizations. He selflessly volunteered his time to LULAC, Mary Angeles Scholarship Fund, and Westchester Horseshoe League, being in charge of the grunt work.
 
       He is remembered by his friends as someone who did not judge others and always made others feel more comfortable and confident. He stood up for the misunderstood and often lent a hand to those in need. This included fostering children for a time.
 
       Eric was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend.  
 
       Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 1 p.m. at White-Love Funeral Home, 525 S 2nd St., Chesterton, IN, with Father Jon Plavcan officiating.  The family will receive friends following the funeral service until 3 p.m.  A eulogy will be given at 3 p.m.
 
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