A loving son, brother, uncle & grandson. Eric loved everyone in his family more than the world. He loved his nieces and nephews he wanted nothing more than to be in their lives. He was an amazing friend. An amazing brother and an amazing son. There isn’t words to describe how much he will be missed. We will hold him in our hearts for all of eternity. This world will not be the same without him. He left this world far to young at the age of 26.

Eric was born January 3rd, 1996 in Morganton, North Carolina. He passed unexpectedly on September 25th in Fletcher, North Carolina.

Eric is survived by: His mother Charlotte McClellan Banner and her husband Stacey Banner. His father Steve Hildebran Jr and his wife Donna.

Grandparents Nancy & Daniel McClellan, Steve Hildebran Sr. & Deb, Teressia Bowman & Terry Bowman.

Brother Alan Ledford & Sisters Meghan Ross, Haley Banner, Keisha, Kendale & Kylee Hildebran. & many Aunts, Uncles & Cousins.

Eric we ALL love you more than you will ever know. You are with god now please watch over us!

A Memorial service will be held at Way of the Cross Baptist Church Located at: 4572 Dentons Chapel Rd. Morganton, NC 28655 on Friday September 30th from 4:00pm-6:00pm all friends and family are invited.