Eric Lee Baldwin, 63, of Milan, Ohio, entered eternal rest on Tuesday morning, September 10, 2024. He was born on July 25, 1961 in Elmira, NY, to the late Jack and Bonita (Olson) Baldwin. Eric was a graduate of Norwalk High School and attended The Ohio State University.

Eric will be fondly remembered as an incredibly selfless and loving husband, father, and grandfather who was hardworking, funny, compassionate, and always dedicated to his family and friends. He was a mentor to many and a leader, who often found opportunities to spontaneously bring motivational, funny, and goofy energy to situations.  His love for his wife of over 37 years, Lynette (Schaffer) Baldwin was the constant recipient of his daily love and appreciation, which he expressed through countless gestures of affection. Equally strong was his love and pride for his children Christopher & Christina, always checking in on them and expressing how much they enriched his life. He cherished being a grandfather, or "papa" to Myles, in which he would light up when he heard the words "hi papa!"

Eric loved sports, and as a fan of all Ohio sports, also displayed the character trait of dedication. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Milan and had worked in various insurance roles with Symetra, Allstate, I.N.G., Pamco, Sage, and most recently, D.M.I.

He is survived by his loving wife, Lynette (Schaffer) Baldwin; children, Christopher Lee (Kirsten) Baldwin, Christina (David) Baldwin-Gilchrist; grandson, Myles; sister, Tammy (Ron) Schaffer; brothers in-law and sisters in-law, Mark (Diane) Schaffer, Sister Carolyn Schaffer, Donald Schaffer, Randy (Brandy) Schaffer, Scott (Cheryl) Schaffer, Jody Schaffer, Michelle (Roger) Jones, Matt (Jody) Schaffer, and Brenda (Carl) Geyer; aunt, LaVonne Olson; uncle, Steven (Pat) Olson; nieces, Sonia (Brian) Barker, Renee (Kyle) Martin, Nichole (Talmadge) Harder; great nieces and great nephews, Brady (also his Godson) and Anthony Barker, Mia and Aubrie Martin, Grant, Colin, Landon, and Brielle Harder; 4 legged companion, "Gracie", as well as many other family members, and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his mother in-law and father in-law, John (Doris) Schaffer, brother in-law, Dennis Schaffer; sister in-law, Angela Schlotterer; and dog, "Charger".

Eric's visitation will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home, 98 W. Main St., from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held the following day, Monday, September 16, 2024, at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 1322 Settlement Rd, Norwalk, beginning at 2 p.m. with Fr. Ron Schock conducting services. Burial will follow in St. Alphonsus Cemetery and dinner will be provided at the St. Alphonsus Hall to conclude. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116. Expressions of sympathy to the family may also be made online by visiting: www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com