John R. Erickson

Surrounded by his family on April 30, 2010, at age 85, John passed away peacefully to be reunited with the love of his life, Doris. Loving dad and best friend of Jeanne (Richard) Ruffin and Pamela (Steven) Wilkiewicz. Adored by his grandchildren, Jill (Andy Rumpf) Sanfelippo-Rumpf, Joel (Megan) Sanfelippo, Jodi (Jeff Welcenbach) Sanfelippo, Renee Ruffin, Andy and Tim Wilkiewicz. Proud great-grandpa of Austin, Ariana, Claire, Mia, baby on the way, Erin and Ella. Brother of Harold and Roger. Brother-in-law of Sandy (Dan) Smith. Also loved by nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his friends in Greyhound Retreads Retirement Club, members of Divine Word Lutheran Church and his many neighbors.Memorial Gathering at DIVINE WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH, 5505 W. Lloyd, on Wednesday, May 5, at 10:30AM. A Celebration Service at 11:30AM.