PEARSON, Eric Edward Eric Edward Pearson, age 53, residing in Sandy Springs, GA, went to be with our Lord and Savior on the morning of December 26, 2018. Born November 2, 1965, in Winter Park, Florida to Carl Pearson (deceased) and Sonia Brauer Pearson. In 1983 he graduated from Astronaut High School in Titusville, Florida, and in December 1989, he graduated from the University of Central Florida. Eric worked for InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) for over 20 years and was most recently their Chief Commercial and Technology Officer. Past employers included NASA, IBM, Disney Vacation Club and he was on the board of the Junior Achievement (JA) of Georgia. Eric was one of a kind, giving, loyal, thoughtful and loving to all who met him. The unconditional love for his family was the bedrock of Eric's existence on Earth. Eric went above and beyond with everything he did, and his passion for life touched everyone around him. Eric always found a way to show people a great time, and his generosity knew no bounds. His interests included: traveling, hanging at the lake, boating, wake surfing, fishing, golfing, attending Atlanta Falcon football games, and entrepreneurial adventures. Survived by his loving wife, Kelly Pearson and his sons Spencer (16) and Jacob (13), his mother Sonia Brauer Pearson, brothers; Karl Pearson (wife Lisa) and Fred Pearson (wife Betsy), sister Sonia Pearson and nine nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to; Junior Achievement of Georgia for a scholarship in Eric's name, send donations to 275 Northside Drive NW, Building C, Atlanta, GA 30314. Family, friends and others whose lives Eric touched are invited to: -A visitation at Sandy Springs Chapel, 136 Mount Vernon HWY, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, Wednesday, January 2, 2019 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. -Funeral service at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 4465 Northside Dr. Atlanta GA 30327, Thursday January 3, 2019 at 1:00pm Followed by a burial for close friends and family only please at Arlington Memorial Park in Sandy Springs.

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Dec. 30, 2018.

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Love and light to your family.

Terri Robertson Elder

October 31, 2019

Eric was my best friend, from knock kneed skinny kid to an amazing business man, father and husband. He was the best of us. He will be missed. My heart is breaking for Kelly, Spencer and Jacob.

Leo Vogel

Brother

February 11, 2019

Eric was always so positive no matter how difficult things became. It was a blessing that his path crossed mine.

Carleen Marianek

January 11, 2019

Eric was an outstanding leader with passion and energy for the future and all he could contribute. His values and his curiosity and human kindness were distinctive. He will be deeply missed. My heartfelt sympathy to his wife and boys and all who loved him. It was a privilege to know him.
With deep sympathy and prayers for his family,
Jane stevenson, Korn Ferry

Jane Stevenson

January 4, 2019

Eric has made an imprint in my heart. I only have good memories of him, here at IHG.

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

May God give you the peace and strength that you need daily.

With Sympathy,
Anita Essex

January 3, 2019

a loved one

January 1, 2019

Eric was a wonderful human in every way....kind, generous, joyful, fun, inspiring, loyal, supportive, and gracious. He will be dearly missed. I'm so saddened for you and pray for comfort and peace in coming days and weeks.
Beth Paschetto

Beth Paschetto

January 1, 2019

As you remember your beloved one, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way today, tomorrow, and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. Psalms 94:18-19 *

December 28, 2018

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