individual who willingly helped whenever and wherever he could. Even in death, Eric will be able to help many people, as a tissue donor. Eric had a very deep faith and was a very active member of Memorial Lutheran Church in Nevada. He served his church in many capacities including: Church Nerds, Mission Team, Grace Institute, Council Member, Treasurer, Endowment Board and Faith Formation. Eric participated in mission trips through Many Hands for Haiti and was planning to go back in two weeks to volunteer. Those left to cherish Eric's memory include his wife, Emily of Nevada; his parents, James and Annette Dalthorp of Nevada; his brothers: Christopher (Brandi) of Des Moines, Steven of New York City and Matthew (Delilah) of St. Louis, MO; his in-laws, Mark and Jeanne Haydon of Urbandale; and his beloved Great-Dane, Winston. He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Robert and Lois Jean Nelson and Vernon and Valeria Dalthorp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ministries of Memorial Lutheran Church. Rasmusson-Bacon Funeral Home in Nevada is handling arrangements. www.rasmussonfh.com To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.rasmussonfh.com/obituaries/Eric-Dalthorp?obId=3461181#/celebrationWall