Obituary: Eric Owen Spielman, 29

The following obituary of Norwalk resident Eric Owen Spielman, 29, is from Magner Funeral Home:

Eric Owen Spielman, the beloved son of Mary and Bill Spielman passed away on January 13th at the age of 29. Eric was born and raised in Norwalk, graduating from All Saints, Trinity Catholic High School and received his undergraduate degree at Loyola University. At the time of his death, Eric was finishing up his final semester of Law School at Quinnipiac University.

Eric was a compassionate, brilliant, and witty person whose smile could light up a room.
He was naturally gifted regularly achieving honors throughout the duration of his academic
career. Eric’s talents would have led him to go on to a long and successful career as a lawyer.
His large number of friends and colleagues were a testament to his outgoing personality, strong
work ethic, and most importantly his big heart. He truly will be missed by so many.
Eric had numerous passions, but will always be remembered for his love of food, fashion
and having fun. Eric loved to frequent new restaurants, actively seeking out the best places for
good burgers and pizza. His fashion sense was second to none. From his love for Polo, to his
love for funky socks, we all will greatly miss seeing what Eric was going to wear that day. When
he was not busy with Law School, he loved to travel, play video games and watch Law and
Order.

Eric is survived by his mother and father, Mary Fitzgerald Spielman and William
Spielman, two brothers and two sisters, William Jr., Sean, Meghan, and Katelyn. He is also
survived by four nieces and nephews, Elle, Camden, Dylan, and Lyla, with one on the way in
March. He was predeceased by all of his grandparents.

While Eric’s tragic death has been a devastating blow to the many who loved him very
much, may it be a reminder to you that everyday is a fresh start. A mass of Christian Burial will
take place at St. Jerome Church on Saturday, January 30th at 10 am. Due to COVID
restrictions, the mass will be restricted to family and close friends. Please feel free to reach out
to the family if you’d like to receive the Zoom link for the service on Saturday. Eric is being
honored in memoriam with a degree from Quinnipiac Law School. Currently, a scholarship is
being established at Quinnipiac Law School to honor Eric. Please feel free to reach out to the
family if you would like more information on how to donate. For directions or to leave Erics
family an online condolence, go to www.magnerfuneralhome.com