EVANSTON — Eric James Polster, 57, of Evanston, passed away April 11, 2023.

Eric was born Jan. 21, 1966, in Tell City, Ind., the son of Bobbi (Powers) Polster of Tell City and the late James A. Polster.

Eric graduated from Heritage Hills High School in 1985. He drove a truck for most of his working career and was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. Eric enjoyed hunting, shooting guns, working on the farm but most of all, he loved spending time with his grandkids.

Survivors include his mother, Bobbi Polster of Tell City; son, Logan (Abby) Polster of New Boston; grandchildren, Caleb and Chelsea; his brother, Michael (Donna) Polster of Evanston; nephew, Zach (Gabby) Polster; and great-nephew, Henry.

Eric is preceded in death by his father, James A Polster.

Funeral services were Friday, April 14, at St. John’s Lutheran Church with burial immediately following in the Church Cemetery.

Pastor Steve Shank officiated.

Visitation was Thursday, April 13, at Zoercher-Gillick Funeral Home and Friday, April 14, at St. John’s Lutheran Church.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Evanston, Ind.

Condolences may be left at zoercher-gillickfuneralhome.com.