Robert Eason Obituary

Eric passed away on Monday October 2, 2023 at the age of 65 He was born in New Orleans, La to the late Mary Patricia Finley Eason and Judge Alvin Rudy Eason on December 14, 1957 Eric is survived by his brothers Tobin Eason and Richard Eason, his niece KatieZayas-Bazan and nephews Tobin Eason, II, Thomas Eason, Blake Eason, Kyle Eason and Grant Eason Eric graduated from St Pauls' High School in Covington, La and attended Louisiana State University In his early career he worked in the restaurant business as a chef at Masson's Restaurant and Antoines Restaurant Thereafter, he became an entrepreneur operating his own restaurant known as Chef Bangs in Kenner As a chef he was best known for his gumbo Eric was very successful in developing Bayou Bang Gourmet Cajun Spices which was distributed in food stores throughout the metro New Orleans area He worked as a stand-up comedian at different clubs in the metro area Eric was a true people person always joking with everyone he met He was a friend and mentor to many and found great joy in helping those suffering the effects of substance abuse Eric exemplified the expression, "This is what we do for others" Sitting on his couch watching a game with his Labrador Retriever by his side brought Eric much joy Baboon and Rosco were his canine companions As a boy Eric's brothers nicknamed him "ROCK" As he went through intense suffering in the last 6 weeks of his life in the hospital, Eric was a ROCK for all of us He never complained despite the intense pain he endured and was always thinking of those who cared for him in the hospital and the many friends and family who visited him daily His keen sense of humor was ever present He showed us the way to manage the challenging times of the end of earthly life Eric had a strong relationship with God He often spoke about how this bond with God helped him overcome the most difficult challenges in life He lived by James 1:12, "Blessed is the man who endures trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of Life which God has promised to those who love Him" The family wants to thank his many caretakers at East Jefferson and West Jefferson hospitals A special thanks to his physicians Drs Saxtena, Samont, Laskey, Battista, and Russo The care given to our brother was excellent Likewise, a special thanks to his neighbors Jeff Lipari and Brandon Craig who cared for Rosco and his home during Eric's suffering and for his many friends who visited him in the hospital offering him comfort and encouragement There will be a celebration of Eric's life on 10/13 at the Garden of Memories located at 4900 Airline Dr in Metairie, La 70001 Visitation will be at 10:00-12:00 followed by Mass in the chapel To to the family or in memory of Robert Eason, please