Obituary: Eric Pedroza

Eric Pedroza, 40, of Athens, passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 in Tyler after a courageous battle with cancer.

A private memorial service for Mr. Pedroza will be held on a later date.

Eric Sergio Pedroza was born September 7, 1977 in Tlateloco, Mexico City, Mexico the son of Jesus Pedroza and Silvia Martinez Pedroza. He was a hard-working, self-employed man who spent most of his life in construction. He loved grilling out, watching San Diego Chargers football and was an accomplished bodybuilder. He spent every moment he could with his precious family as they were the love of his life. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother and cousin who will be missed by many.

He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years Arriana Pedroza of Athens; four children, Audrey Dee Pedroza, Dexter Troy Pedroza, Tesla Natasha Pedroza, Sydney Cora Pedroza all of Athens; his parents, Jesus and Silvia Pedroza of Athens; one sister, Joanna Lucia Pedroza Davila and husband Jonathan of Athens; special sister in law Ester Silva and husband Jose of Athens; special aunt Magdalena Pedroza and special cousins, Ricardo Grego, David Grego, Isaac Grego and Raquel Grego.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Hannigan Smith Funeral Home of Athens.

You may light a candle or write condolences to the family at: www.hannigansmith.com.