Eric Gordon Wondergem

February 18, 1970 - June 10, 2023
Eric Gordon Wondergem

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Eric Gordon Wondergem, age 53 of Wilmington passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023.

Eric was born in St. Paul, MN on February 18, 1970.

Eric was a graduate of Broughton High School in Raleigh, and was a graduate of UNC-W with a degree in Business Administration where he was a member of Tau Nu Pi/Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He was a Professional Business Analyst at Alcami Labs in Wilmington.

He was a dedicated Christian and was known for his kindness, caring and smile to all he knew. He was known for being a Handyman and could design, build and repair most anything. He enjoyed gardening, cooking and spending time with his family and friends whom he genuinely loved. Eric was known by his family and friends for being a loving husband, father and friend who would do anything for the people he loved. He was wise and determined, selfless, loyal, humble, hardworking, independent, athletic, and laid back. He supported many charities including the local Food Bank.

Eric is survived by his loving family including his wife, Connie Leigh Ennis Wondergem; his daughter, Caitlyn Wondergem; mother and step-father Diane and Rick Stevens; step-mother Kathy Wondergem; sister, Casey Mangum (William); step-siblings to include Brendan Meeker (Sulynn), Heather Meeker and Farrel Meeker.

He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Michael Wondergem, brother, Michael Scott Wondergem, grandparents Robert and Maxine Benson, Marvin Wondergem and Marilyn Gunning.

A memorial service is planned for 1 pm Monday, June 19, 2023 at Port City Community Church in Wilmington led by Pastor Brett Eddy.

Remember Eric with a memorial donation to the ALS Association or Humane Society.

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  • June 17, 2023
    Michelle Warburton says:
    I am so heartbroken for Connie , Caitlyn and the rest of Eric’s family. Eric was an amazing person and friend. I have such fond memories of him from college- Galloway Hall, Reddogs, WrightsvilleBeach. His smile could light up a room. I still remember the day he called me and asked for Connie’s phone number. Such an amazing love story.❤️ Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed.

  • June 16, 2023
    Sarah Geyer says:
    Such sad news! I went to high school with Eric. We enjoyed some art and social studies classes together. He was a nice friend. RIP Eric. 🌹

  • June 16, 2023
    Al Pollard says:
    I spent several years of High School with Eric and Freshman year at UNCW in Galloway Hall as his roommate. LOTS of great stories with him and he ALWAYS had his friends' back. Whether he was driving his 2-door Cutlass in High School or on his surfboard at Wrightsville Beach, he was having fun and fun to be around. My life is better for having him in it and I was blessed to call him a friend.

  • June 16, 2023
    Sarah Geyer says:
    Such sad news to hear about Eric Wondergem. I got to know him in 7th grade I believe. It was fun to hang out together in school. He will be missed dearly. RIP.

  • June 15, 2023
    Paulette Curtis says:
    Casey and the Wondergem family please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God wrap His loving arms around you and grant you peace. Mike , Paulette Curtis and the Mangum family.