DANVERS - Mr. Eric James Hussey, 42, of Salem, husband of Tinamaria Brazzo, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 7th, 2022, at his home.

Born in Danvers, he was the son of Lisa (Davis) Ryan and Jeffery Ryan. He was raised and educated in Danvers and was a graduate of Danvers High School. A gifted athlete, Eric excelled both in Hockey and Football and was Captain of both teams his junior year. He carried his love of sports into adulthood; he was an avid sports fan who loved to cheer on his Boston sports teams, especially the Bruins.

Eric had been employed, most recently by Provencher Van Lines as a mover and at one time had been employed as a mason working for several construction companies in and around Boston.

A gentle giant with a larger-than-life personality, who loved his family, was truly happiest when surrounded by them. He was always there to lend a hand and would be the first to help if needed. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed many activities. Eric was an affectionate father, son, brother, and uncle, his big heart, love for his family and his love of sports endeared him to many. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and many friends.

Surviving Eric, in addition to his mother, Lisa and her husband, Jeffery Ryan of Salem, are his daughters, Julia Hussey and her mother, Jodi Amor of Peabody, and Erica Hussey and her mother, Sarah Kelly of Everett, Sophia Mochrik and Sabrina Mochrik both of Peabody, his siblings, Derek Ryan and his wife, Cori of Danvers, Jeffery Ryan Jr. and his wife, Jessica of Whitinsville, Nicole Ryan of Pawtucket, RI, Paige Ryan of Warwick, RI, and Ryan Hussey of South Hamilton, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by Roy J. Hussey, his father.

ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours at O'Donnell Cremations – Funerals – Celebrations, 167 Maple St., (Rte. 62) DANVERS on Friday from 4 to 6 P.M. Burial is private. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Eric's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com