Eric J. “Dif” Eckenrode, 51, Carrolltown passed away May 27, 2025 at home. He was born September 28, 1973 in Spangler the son of Alfred and Mary Virginia “Ginger” (Brown) Eckenrode. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister-in-laws, Karen Grigg and Judi Shero. He is survived by his loving wife of 12 years, Stacey (Moore) Eckenrode; children, Kevin Bertram of Salt Lake City, Utah, Cooper “Poop” Eckenrode of Carrolltown, and Elena “Bubz” Eckenrode of Carrolltown; siblings, Raymond (Amy) Eckenrode of Cape Coral, FL, Eileen (Dave) Foster of Columbia, MD, Amy (Don) Clayton of North Carolina, Rebecca (Rick) Eckenrode of Carrolltown, John Eckenrode of Carrolltown, Jenny (John) Fees of Carrolltown, and Scott (Kathy) Eckenrode of Carrolltown; mother-in-law- and father-in-law, Judith and John Moore of Colver; brother-in-law, David (Jill) Moore of Ebensburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. Eric was a 1991 Graduate of Cambria Heights High School and worked as a Truck Driver for Abarta Coca-Cola. He was a member of the Carrolltown American Legion. Eric was a fan of Penn State, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Pittsburgh Pirates. He enjoyed running, making music, playing guitar, watching Breaking Bad and Seinfeld, and spending time with family and friends. A funeral mass will be held at 10am Friday June 6, 2025 at St. Benedict Catholic Church Carrolltown. Father Michael Gabler OSB celebrant. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a mental health organization of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Stevens Funeral Home, Inc. Carrolltown. You may make online condolences at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or on our Stevens Family Funeral Home Facebook Page.