Stories about Eddie
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Jeremy Airey
I remember the very first time I met Eddie. It was actually the first time I would meet a lot of my future family / in laws. Brandy invited me to go with her and meet her family. It was your typical sunny holiday weekend in California. We drove up to the Lehne's house in the canyon....wait for it. In my Prius!
Prius aside, I immediately felt welcome and comfortable. I'd heard a lot about Eddie prior to actually meeting him and I have to tell you, I was pretty nervous. What Eddie had given to his kids is similar to my circumstances growing up. Needless to say, I fit right in.
I was fortunate that Eddie liked me as much as he did. I'd heard stories about how up front and vocal he was with people he did not like or was just not pleased with. He would certainly call you on your shit. Fortunately for me, I never had to see that directed my way. Brandy always tells me I missed some of the best years of Eddie's life.
Perhaps that is true, but the time I spent with Eddie, not only with family , but alone, some one on one talks. He was always thankful for me, for coming into Brandy's life. He called me a 'good guy'. You see, some people can say those things and you take them at face value because at the end of the day it was talk. Eddie didn't "play" nice. He meant what he said and said what he meant. So I took his adoration for me and what I meant to his daughter, and his grandkids to heart.
I remember the last time I saw Eddie. At the time, I did not know it would be the last. I remember leaving his house and telling Brandy that it was the BEST I have seen him in years! He really looked great. He sounded great. His spirit high. Maybe it was some enlightenment at the end. I just know, the last memory of Eddie mirrored the first - a happy one. While it will always be the last memory. He left me a family to call my own. In Brandy you gave me a 2nd chance at life.
Thank you for calling me a "good guy" and letting me know how happy you were that I was your son-in-law.
'Jeremy
Dr. & Mrs. Landres
Dear Mrs.Carrillo,
I just read that your beloved husband, Eddie, passed away. Eddie was my husband's patient (Bruce Landres) for many years. Additionally, Eddie was our plaster contractor (expert) we hired to help us reconstruct/repair a two story indoor wall that sustained immense damage from a flood that occurred while we were in Europe!
Like the generous, kind, jovial and loyal person he was, Eddie came to our home, assessed the damage and repaired the walls within a very short period of time. You see, we had a timeline for the damage to be repaired and the walls and floors to be fixed, within a span of 6 weeks. Eddie's job was critical to completion of the WHOLE project. Eddie realized that we were hosting a wedding dinner for a a family that was undergoing ill health. Knowing all this, he looked me in the eyes and said, "I'll get this done for you and the doctor."
His work ethic was remarkable, he and his crew were amazingly talented and the cleanliness with which they left our home, daily, made it so possible for Bruce and I to remain in our house throughout the ordeal.
I will never forgot the kindness, sense of integrity and expertise Eddie demonstrated as he manage to fit our job into his schedule and completed it with speed and perfection. He took such pride in his craft and lived up to the reputation for stellar work!
My husband and I mourn his passing and send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
May his memory be a blessing,
Marcy and Bruce Landres
Duane Salazer
Thanks Eddie4 being one of the best boss's I've had in42years of plastering RIP big Ed !
Duane Salazar
Coworker
Laura Gideon M.S, CPT, CES
I had the pleasure and honor of being Eddie’s Physical Therapy/Exercise Trainer for several years as we navigated through building muscle and emotional strength while fighting his Parkinson’s Disease. We were introduced through his wife Linda who was a student in my Pilates class. I’d never taken on a client with Parkinson’s Disease, but I was willing and excited to work with Eddie after meeting him the first time. He was determined and willing to put in the hard work always saying “I need to get better”. I knew this man meant business and he was a fighter! I saw Eddies stubborn side when he would not give up trying to progress through every difficult movement, I asked him to perform. This was his super power and I am convinced this is why he was able to beat Cancer, come back strong from a hip replacement, fight later stages of PD, continue to run his business sharp as a tack and most of all give so much love to his wife, his family and friends until his death. He was a warrior with the kindest heart, and most generous spirit of anyone I have ever met. I will miss him dearly. Rest in Power Eddie and I know you are standing strong and Tall gazing down letting us know you will be just fine.
Teigue Lehne
When I was about seven years old my family and I were in Mammoth pools with the Keefer’s, and the carillo’s. I was trying to fish and getting frustrated because I had no knowledge about it. I had no clue how to tie knots, I had a small tackle box with a cheap easy cast rod that was my dads. Eddie came up to me and offered to help me, being the hard headed person I was, and still am, I declined. My mom started talking to Eddie and she talked me into letting him help me. Eddie sat down with me and taught me how to tie knots and what bait to use, including an oil that he told my parents was, “anal oil.” I was too young at the time to understand that joke but now I look back and find it hilarious. Eddie showed me where to cast, how long to wait how to see the fish and where they would be sitting and how to set the hook when I finally got one of course. After a full day of fishing with Eddie and catching many fish he taught me how to clean the fish, and how to cook them. By the end of the trip I was completely hooked on fishing I continued fishing throughout my life and it made me love the water and everything in it. I have tagged sharks for the department of fish and wildlife. I’ve worked on fishing boats, and it’s lead me to my career in the Coast Guard. All because Eddie took a day out his vacation to help a kid fish.
Suzan Hayes
So sorry for the loss of your Dad… Brandy
Lots of good memories, I hope are there for you!
I have a few…
He learned to ski on both water and snow (a bit) and to drive a boat on the water!
And best of all for me he could dance!
I hope you heal and keep your good memories too!
My sympathy and best to you, Suzan
Cathy Milne
I met Eddie Carrillo in 1972. He moved into the house across the street from where I grew up. The house he bought was a wreck; the oldest home built in the neighborhood back in 1946. The front yard was full of ivy and a giant oak tree. But here he comes, whacking down the tree, excavating the yard and moving in with 2 kids and eventually one Baby girl on the way. I was the "neighborhood" babysitter, so once established, I won the award of babysitting John, Laura and now Brandy Carrillo... along with Andrea only 2 doors down. I HAD A tag team of baby sitting friends to help me back then. So many years past and Eddie and I lost touch; but long story short...... when I needed a job in 1994, I called Eddie, who hooked me up with a contractor friend! When my Dad called me and said, back in 2003 'HEY Eddie's house is vacant for rent, can you afford to move home?' Could I afford 2x what I was paying back then?? But......... I called Eddie, and he was so happy to hear from me, and yes........ Let's go through the house and see if it's something you want, and most importantly near your Dad... I'm still here 18 yrs later. Dad left me almost 9 yrs ago now, but I love this house, I've had family gatherings here; BBQ's, birthdays, Thanksgivings, AND THE Christmases!! Brandy and John grew up here, I know I'm going to have to say good-bye from Bledsoe Ave.... I'll never be far away in case you need me. xoxox