of Conway, AR
October 5, 1949 - November 13, 2023
Charles "Eric" Sagraves, 74, of Conway passed away at home on Monday, November 13, 2023. He was born October 5, 1949 in Charleston, West Virginia. Eric was preceded in death by his adopted parents, Delmas and Edith Sagraves and his birth mother, Kathleen Boles.
Eric is survived by his wife of 33 years, Sylvia Sagraves; his children, Tracy (Dixon) Braden, Andy (Nicole) Sagraves, Brian (Michelle) Odom, Kristan Cooper and Jacob Cooper; grandchildren, Dixon, Julia and Fletcher Braden, Quinn and Cullen Odom and many extended family.
Eric was a veteran of the United States Air Force and also served as a motorcycle police officer in Orlando Florida from June 11, 1972 until his retirement on March 4, 1985. He was a proud graduate of Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. Eric was a gun enthusiast who also enjoyed traveling, boating, riding motorcycles and baseball. Most of all he loved spending time with his family and many friends. Eric will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Family and friends are invited to come and celebrate Eric's life from 5pm to 7pm Thursday, November 16th at 1305 Dogwood Trail, Conway, AR 72032.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fraternal Order of Police at https://nationalfop.firstresponderprocessing.com or https://Willmcgaryfoundation.org
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12 Condolence(s)
Larry DiGiovanna
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Sad to hear of Eric's passing. Old AF friend,we had some great times. He was in propellant transfer and I was in missle maintenance.
Dan McNally
Monday, November 20, 2023
Rest in peace, my old friend. I still remember you as that young guy who served with me at Little Rock AFB, fueling Titan II ICBMs - and the trouble you, "Kotty" and I got into, repeatedly when we were young and dumb. The world is a sadder place without you in it. You will be missed.
Kurt Underwood
Friday, November 17, 2023
I am sorry for your loss
Peggy Carlton
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Sylvia so sorry to hear about Eric, he was a good guy. All the years I worked with him was a blessing. I will always remember the good times we all had with you two. Prayers are with you and his kids. With deepest sympathies! Your friends Peggy and Jeff
Melissa Dean
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Sylvia, I am saddened to learn that Eric has passed away. You two were soulmates and built a wonderful life together. May Eric rest in peace.
Jeannie & David Freppon
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Silvia, David & I were sad to hear that Eric had passed away. After 33 years together you must be heart broken. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort.
Roger Hare
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Thank you for your service. You made the world a better place
John Kottmyer
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
I will miss my
USAF roommate.
Freddie Hare
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Thank you for all your service condolences to all the family.
David (Mike) & Marina Tyler
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Eric, my only brother. May he rest eternally in peace
Helen Odom
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Sylvia,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Valerie
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Dear Sylvia, So sorry to hear of Eric's passing. You and your family are in my prayers. Love Val and Paul Brackman
Eternal rest grant unto Eric O Lord. And let thy perpetual light shine upon him, And may the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.