Eric Thomas Askins, 17, of Hollywood, MD passed away on October 9, 2016. Born on October 20, 1998 in Prince Frederick, MD, he was the loving son of Laura “Laurie” Kimberly Quade Askins and Joseph “Joe” Mitchell Askins of Hollywood, MD. Eric is survived by his brother, Travis Joseph Askins of Hollywood, MD and grandmother, Nancy Irene Quade. He is preceded in death by his grandparents; Martin Allen Quade, Loretta Askins and Mitchell Askins.

Eric graduated from Great Mills High School in 2016 and was student at University of Maryland Baltimore County. He was a lifeguard and lifelong county resident. Eric swam with the Chesapeake Bay Aquatic Club for 11 years, it was his second home. During his senior year of high school, Eric swam on the Great Mills swim team, and had the best time with his team mates. Eric holds swimming records at both CBAC and GMHS. Eric was an original STEM program student, entering in the 4th grade, and was a member of the first graduating class to complete the STEM program from the beginning to end (4th – 12th).

Eric enjoyed his family, the outdoors, being in the swimming pool, hanging out with his friends and spending time with his girlfriend, Kassi Boyce. His infectious smile and quiet personality was loved by all.

Pall Bearers: Brad Shannon, Andrew Scott, Walter Kuhaneck, Brendan Cain, Allan Li, Troy Kroll, Mike Flynn, Mike Quade, and Greg Quade
Honorary Pall Bearers: Dennis Mackowiak, Guy Quade, Tony Quade and Casey Brandt

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 10:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church Hollywood, MD with Father Ray Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD.