Eric Shawn McNabb, beloved parent, grandparent, son, brother and friend departed this life on Sunday, Dec. 31, 2023, at the age of 49, after a long battle with mental health struggles.
Eric was born on July 5, 1974, to proud parents Don and Marlene McNabb in Tucson, Arizona. He was a happy go lucky child and spent most of his youth growing up in Blythe, California. He moved to St. George in 1990, where he met and fell in love with his high school sweetheart, Mindy.
They were married in 1992 and later divorced. During the 24 years they were married they had a son, Trae; daughter, Matilyn; and a beautiful baby boy, Carter, who unexpectedly passed away soon after he was born.
Eric worked different jobs to support his family, everything from working as a landscaper to an installation manager for a fireplace shop. After Carter’s death, Eric vowed to make a difference with his life’s work, thus sparking a 20-year career in the medical field as a registered nurse.
Eric didn’t look at it as work, he truly loved the interaction with his patients and coworkers. Eric was a devoted father, husband, brother and son, always willing to lend a helping hand and give 110% to anyone in need.
He had a big heart and was very conscientious in serving his patients with dignity, respect and true compassion, including his own father. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family and all who know him.
Eric is survived by his mother, Marlene McNabb; son, Trae McNabb; daughter and son in law, Maitlyn and Matt Scott; grandchildren, Jet, Nova, and Case; brothers, Darin and Steve; sister, Lisa; nieces, Shasta and Taylor; nephews, Damien and Dante; girlfriend, Rose and pets, Rasta and Aggie.
Eric was preceded in death by his father, Don McNabb and his son, Carter. Arrangements were made by Affordable Funerals and Cremations in St. George.