Eliot Britton Eichbauer was taken from us on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, alongside his son and nephew; they were on their way home from a boys summer getaway.

Britton was born March 29,1979 in Burlingame, California. He was the only child born of the union of Eric Bruce Eichbauer and Marilyn Dalley. Britton's childhood was spent in Salt Lake City with many cousins that would teach him unique forms of "torture" that he would later use on his little sisters. He loved his sisters deeply and later in life they shared many laughs about his unique expression of love. Britton refined his skills considerably in early adulthood, eventually passing on his techniques to his own children.

Britton graduated from Northwest High School in 1996. He earned his bachelors (2006) and master's degree (2013) from Wichita State University, studying history and education. Britton started his teaching career in the Wichita school district at Hamilton Middle School in 2006 and later taught at Curtis Middle School.

Britton fathered three biological children and one bonus child but impacted many more through his years of teaching.

Britton would start each year with a "Hello. I'm Mr. Eichbauer and I'm going to be your favorite teacher." This was proven to himself by the homemade "favorite teacher" t-shirts that were gifted to his students. This larger-than-life promise was lived up to throughout the years, evidenced by the extensive community of former students who fondly remember their days studying ancient civilizations with Mr. Eichbauer. Many of his prized possessions were gifts from his students, showcasing their personalities and affection for him.

Britton loved his children fiercely. In many ways his young spirit made him beyond equipped to provide them with a fulfilling and unique arsenal of memories. Britton believed in the importance of showing his kids the outdoors and would introduce his children to snow forts in winter, leaf piles in the fall, camping in spring months, and even sledding in the summer. Britton went to extreme lengths to show his children the joys of childhood. Britton's parenting strengths went beyond play; he was an unflinching defender and skilled provider to his family. There was no greater joy for Britton than to watch as his children grew and discovered their talents. He put in immense effort to teach his children the ways of the world, new and old to help them find their own unique path to personal fulfillment.

Britton's sense of humor was fundamental to how he moved through life; he always had an appreciation for those who could keep up with his quick wit and verbal sparring. Even on his hardest days he could inspire laughter from others. Britton showed the many who loved him a true example of how to live life to the fullest.  Britton loved to travel and was an avid backpacker, mountaineer, and diver, a passion he loved to share with anyone willing to participate.  A stranger to few, Britton was always enthusiastic to grace people with his kind nature and good will. Britton's heart never ran out of room for the people and animals he met along the way. Throughout his life he worked hard, acquiring a well-rounded set of skills, making him the first person to call when someone found themself in need. A selfless man, Britton found profound purpose in assisting in any way he could in the lives of those he cared for.

Britton leaves behind his children Celia and Finnegan Eichbauer, and bonus child Sky Clark; siblings, Tara Peña and brother-in-law Matthew Peña, Jessica Eichbauer-Welsh and brother-in-law Cole Welsh, Candace Bell, and Toby Parcell; step-mom Jackie Allred; nearly a dozen nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog Susan.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Marilyn Dalley and father, Eric Bruce Eichbauer, and childhood friend-turned-brother Brad Hunter.

Britton was accompanied in death by his son, Arlo Eichbauer and his nephew, Silas Eichbauer. Britton did everything in his power to give the boys an exciting trip and get his family home safely.

In true Britton fashion, all are welcome to say goodbye to Britton, his son, and nephew on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple. Family and close friends will gather together afterward.