It is with incredible sadness that the family of Eric Allen Kiker announces his passing after a tragic car accident returning home from work, on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at the age of 43 years. Eric will be lovingly remembered by his wife of almost five years, Janey and his step children, Trent Murley, Sky Murley and Blake Murley. Eric will also be fondly remembered by his dad and mom, Monty and Brenda Kiker; brother and sister-in law, Terry and Melanie Kiker; niece and nephew, Holley and Hunter Kiker; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charles and Roline Murray; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Scott and Felicia Lindsey; and nephew, Joshua Talley. He will also be missed by many members of extended family, friends, and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his grandparents.Eric was an exceptional man that had a heart on fire to serve the Lord. He was passionate and generous in his efforts to love and build others up. His smile and laugh was infectious and unforgettable. He enjoyed family trips, studying the Bible, bonfires, pranking, and spending time with the people he loved. He was a founding member of The New Life Church of Odessa, a Big Brother to two young men, and was a loyal and diligent worker, lastly working as a gas plant operator for Energy Transfer Partners.The family is having a viewing from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Nalley-Pickle and Welch Funeral home. A graveside funeral service in memory of Eric will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at the Peace Chapel at Trinity Memorial Park. Pastor David Bosley will be performing the service on site. A reception will follow at The Nazarene Church at 1400 S. Lancaster, in Big Spring.Eric you will be forever in our hearts and your laughter will linger in our ears. We love you and will see you again one day!Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com,
