Eric Scott Gustafson, 49

Eric Scott Gutafson was born Dec. 22, 1965, in Whitefish to Don and Zoe Gustafson.

He passed away July 28, 2015, at The HealthCenter from multiple sclerosis at the age of 49.

Eric attended 12 years of school in Whitefish, graduating from Whitefish High School in 1984.  He then attended Montana State University.

Over his lifetime he worked in Arizona, Hawaii and managed a motel in Chester, Montana, for many years. He enjoyed many hobbies, including skiing on Big Mountain, hunting, fishing and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He always  had a smile on his face and a warm heart that everyone enjoyed being around. His sense of humor was the light that led us through many tough times.

 Eric was preceded in death by his father, Don Gustafson, and brother, Gary Gustafson.

He is survived by his mother, Zoe, of Kalispell; his eldest daughter, Harlie Gustafson, of Kalispell, whom he adopted at the age of 1; and his youngest daughter, Sadee Gustafson, of Kalispell. He  is also survived by sister, Lori Gustafson, of Sacramento, California; and brother, Tim Gustafson, of Reno, Nevada; and many nieces and nephews.   

A family celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

The family is being cared for by Buffalo Hill Funeral Home. To send a note of condolence to the family, please go to www.buffalohillfh.com