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Wilbert Erickson Obituary

Wilbert E. Erickson, age 82, U.S. Navy Veteran, of Green Lake, WI, Bradenton, FL, and formerly of Elmhurst, IL, died on June 8, 2008 at the Markesan Resident Home. He was born on July 7, 1925 in Chicago, IL a son of the late Erick and Emily (Johnson) Erickson. He proudly served his country during WWII, serving in the Navy. Wilbert married Marie Meo in Crown Point Indiana. He was a self employed general contractor and developer in Elmhurst. Willie was involved in the Boy Scouts of America, Rotary Club and member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Princeton. As a proud Veteran, he was a member of the United States LST Association, LST Ship Memorial Member 528, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2048 in Illinois and American Legion Post 306 of Green Lake. Willie loved to socialize with friends and family. He enjoyed dancing, designing and building. Wilbert is the beloved father to 4 children, Joyce Slone, Harold (Lydia) Erickson, Jerrold (Barbara) Erickson, Kenneth (Cynthia) Erickson; loving grandfather to Jennifer, John, Christine, Kevin, Sean, Aaron, Nicole, Renee, Jeanette, John W., Gigi, Michelle; dear great grandfather to seven great grandchildren; sister, Ester (Richard) Sikkema; other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Marie in 1997; son, Wilbert "Eric" E. Erickson, Jr. Relatives and friends may call on Friday, June 13, from 3-8 pm, at the Wachholz and Sons Funeral Home in Princeton, WI. A funeral service for Wilbert E. Erickson will take place on Saturday, June 14, at 1:30 pm, with visitation one hour prior to the service, at St. John's Lutheran Church, 226 South Clinton St., in Princeton with Rev. Robert Pless officiating. Following the service in Princeton, Willie wished to be cremated. A chapel service and interment will take place on Monday, June 16, at 2:30 pm, at the Elm Lawn Cemetery, 401 East Lake St., in Elmhurst. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to St. John's Lutheran Church in Princeton. Wachholz and Sons Funeral Home in Princeton Serving the Family. www.wachholzandsons.com 920-295-6631
Published by East DuPage Press/Spectator/Argus on Jun. 10, 2008.

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patti turk

June 30, 2008

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Erickson family. We have many great memories of time spent with him in Green Lake. He always had a smile on his face and we will never forget his kind and generous heart. He always made us feel so welcome in his home. He will be missed greatly. He now smiles and laughs with us from Heaven.
Sincerely, Mark & Patti Turk & family

Jack & Peggy Jobin

June 14, 2008

Sympathy to the Erickson family. The years at the W.E. were good ones! The years have gone by too fast. Sorry we've lost touch.

Robin & Jim Horvath (Cooper)

June 12, 2008

To The Erickson Family,

Our deepest condolences on your loss.

When I hear the name Erickson , I think back fondly of many great memories. Memories forged from a time long ago in Green Lake where Mr. & Mrs. Erickson so kindly opened their home to family and friends for vacation. The environment was always warm and loving and certain to be filled with much fun. Memories, for us, that will last a lifetime...

Remember, life is only a fleeting moment in time, but love is eternal.

You’ll feel him in the morning
When at first you awake
Your thoughts are with him
With each decision you make

He’d been around forever
Since the first breath you took
Now you have to go on alone
But for love, you need not look

Cause by what he bestowed
In your time together
Will last in your heart
Forever and ever

Although he’s left
And now he walks above
You’re never alone
For your wrapped in his love

He now enjoys his long waited reward
Feel peace that his love continues on
What was taught to him, will be taught to mine
Cause he lives on in you even after all is gone

In the days that lie ahead, we will keep all of you in our prayers. God bless you now and always.

Mike Trizil

June 12, 2008

My deepest sympathy the the Erickson Family. I have many fond memories of the Boy Scout years. My best to all.

June 11, 2008

Will was a great friend and neighbor of the Smith Family. We wish the Erickson family God Speed. Bill and Mickey Smith Sr, Bill and Gwenn Smith Jr.

Jennifer Slone Drayton

June 11, 2008

Grandpa, I will always remember the old times and truly wish there would have been more.

Carol and Kevin Bullerman

June 11, 2008

Will was a kind, generous man who left my family, as well as my extended family with many cherished memories of great times at Green Lake. Our memories of Will will always be of smiles, laughter and generosity. He will always have a soft spot in our hearts. Our sincere sympathies and prayers are with your family at this sad time.

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