WILMINGTON — Jeffery T. “Todd” Eason, 44, unexpectedly passed away Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020.
Todd was born May 7, 1976, to mother, Sandra Reeves; and father, Norwood Eason, in Goldsboro. Todd was preceded in death by his father.
Todd graduated from Goldsboro High School and attended Fayetteville State University as a placekicker for the Broncos. Todd received a Bachelors of Science in Business Management from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.
Todd is survived by his wife and two children. Todd married Beth Steelman, the love of his life, in 2005, and the couple uniquely celebrated their hometowns with a menu of Wilbers BBQ and Krispy Kreme doughnuts at their wedding. In their 14 year marriage, the couple had two amazing children. Todd would say his daughter, Kate, 13, was “his everything”; and his son, Parker, 6, was his best buddy — his “buddy-rooski.” In addition to his wife and children, Todd is also survived by his mother, Sandra Reeves, and Joe Surratt of Goldsboro; sister, Amanda; brother-in-law, Chris Cwiakala; nieces, Ivey and Jayde of Goldsboro; brothers, Jay Eason and Scott Eason of Charlotte; and several aunts, uncles and cousins who all loved him dearly.
The things most important to Todd, were his family and his friends. His friendships were long-lived and deeply rooted. His infectious smile and dimples would brighten your day, and his even-keel demeanor and easygoing nature made him welcomed by all.
He was an avid fisherman and loved the fishing tournaments for Fisherman’s Post and Got-Em-On with his fishing partner, cousin and best friend, Matt Davis. Todd loved music and enjoyed the annual tradition of attending Merle Fest with a group of his closest friends, including best friend and college roommate, Bryan Youngs.
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of a husband, son, father, nephew, cousin, uncle and friend. Todd will be missed by so many, but he will never be forgotten.
The family will be holding a private memorial to celebrate his life.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to a college fund being established for his two children through tmcfunding.com.
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