Eric is a Lowell native who attended the Greater Lowell Tech. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served 3 Years aboard the USS Saipan LHA-2, during the Persian Gulf War. He was appointed Deputy Director of Veterans services in 2006. In 2007 he was promoted to the Director of Veterans Services. Eric is serving his 2nd Year as Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post 662 In Lowell, and previously served 4 Years in both the Junior and Senior Vice office. In his spare time Eric enjoys Bowling, Cribbage, and performing as an actor in various community theaters in the area.