Erik John Duchnowski

September 22, 1977 - June 15, 2020

Erik John Duchnowski, of Huntersville, was born in Port Jefferson NY to Dennis John and Jane (Flynn) and passed on in Charlotte NC at the age of 42. He will be greeted with open arms by his younger sister, Mary Ann who preceded his passing in September of 2018. Erik was a New Yorker through and through and was born in one of his favorite villages in NY, Port Jefferson. It was there that his family enjoyed many memorable boat trips in the Long Island sound in his youth. Erik was raised in Middle Island, NY and graduated from Longwood High School (Middle Island, NY) in 1995 and went on to serve proudly in the United States Marine Corp. He was honorably discharged as a Sergeant in January of 2001. Erik then worked for the Suffolk County Department of Public works and ended his career as a safety supervisor. Throughout his life he enjoyed family camping trips, the Yankees, hunting and fishing with his father, reading, talking about ghost stories with his mother, being with those he loved and music. Erik fronted 3 bands from the Long Island hardcore scene where he made lifelong friends that were like family to him. Erik was a dedicated family man and thoroughly loved his wife and children. He doted on his children and was so proud to be a father. Their father. Erik, his wife and children shared so many laughs with scenes from moves that they all loved and cooking together. Erik was a person that could lift you up with a smile and a hug, and when he spoke to you, you were the only person in the room. A true “give the shirt off of his back” type of guy. An honorable, loyal and loving soul. He will be GREATLY missed by SO many. He is survived by his loving dedicated wife, Rebekah; his two beautiful children Leah (23) and Joshua (14); granddaughter Aida (2); parents Dennis and Jane; sister Michelle; brother-in-law David; nephew Patrick; and niece Drew. He also leaves behind many loving Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, friends and friends that are family. Erik leaves behind a legacy of love and such sweet memories. Please lift him up in prayer as he goes home, finally free. The memorial service will be held at 2 PM Saturday, June 27 at James Funeral Home. Visitation will be 1-2 PM prior. James Funeral Home of Huntersville is serving the family. www.jamesfuneralhomeLKN.com