Name: Memorial service for James Erskine
Start: 2016-07-07T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-07-08T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Lakeview Funeral Home - Chicago

Erskine, James Anthony Age 72, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday morning, June 29, 2016, in Chicago. Jim was born in 1943 in Hammond, Indiana, to Alfred and Marsha Erskine. He was the second of their six children. Jim lived in Davenport, Iowa, as a child and Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, as a high schooler, graduating from Wauwatosa East High School in 1961. He served honorably in the United States Army having been stationed in Okinawa, Japan. Jim received a bachelor's degree from Indiana University in Bloomington and a master's degree in taxation from Depaul University in Chicago--the city that became his home. Jim began his career at Arthur Andersen and then continued to work as an accountant and business advisor until his last days. Jim was the loving father of one son and two step-daughters. He lived a joyful life dedicated to his family and many friends. He was intelligent, kind, young at heart, and an impassioned conversationalist. An avid sports fan and active player in his younger years, he ran the Chicago marathon, enjoyed many outdoor adventures, and was the past President of the Adventurers Club of Chicago. Jim is preceded in death by his mother and father. He is survived by his son, Andrew; his daughter-in-law, Rochelle; his stepdaughters, Joanna and Olivia; their mother, Pamela; his brothers, Bud and Steve; his sisters, Laury, Kathleen, and Elizabeth; his many nieces and nephews, and his countless friends. A memorial reception will be held Thursday, July 7, 2016, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., with a religious service and military honors beginning at 7:30 p.m., at Lakeview Funeral Home, 1458 W. Belmont Avenue in Chicago. Info 773-472-6300 or www.LakeviewFuneralHome.com. In place of flowers, memorials may be made to Horizons for Youth of Chicago (www.horizons-for-youth.org).

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 3, 2016.

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Sue Reading

July 18, 2017

I knew Jim at St. Bernard's in Wauwatosa, Class of 1958. We looked for him a few years ago when we had a reunion of that class, but couldn't find him. I am sorry to hear that he has left this earth. God bless all of you who loved him. I will pass along the new to the rest of the St. Bernard's gang. I'm in Austin, TX and you can find me on Facebook if you want to contact any of us. God bless the Erskine family.

Michael Plecki

July 7, 2016

My condolences to the Erskine Family. I knew Jim over 35 years ago as the Executive Director of the Transitional Living Program (today the Teen Living Program). Jim was one of the original members of this child welfare agency's Board of Directors. At that time the agency provided single parent foster homes to teenage wards of the state to prepare them to go out and live independently on their own. Jim was a Board member for many years and gave freely of his time and support. I often sought Jim out for his advice and counsel. Everybody liked Jim and appreciated his efforts in support of the agency. I looked upon him as a big brother and appreciated his sage counsel. I both mourn his passing and celebrate his life!

Mike Plecki

July 7, 2016

We've not seen Jim in some years, but I remember him to be lovely man and I am sure his family will miss him a great deal. Meg & Barry Baker

July 6, 2016

My condolences to the Erskine Family.
Jim was a great guy/teacher/mentor.
I will always be grateful.

When I started at Erskine & Meyering Jim
told me if he didn't find any errors in my
work I was going to slow, he should find some, but not too many. When I asked him what was too many, he leaned back in his chair, rubbed his chin and looked at me and said, "Don't worry I'll let you know."

Gene Galassini

July 6, 2016

Jim,
You will be missed.

Jeff Coburn

RASHONDA HICKS

July 3, 2016

Sorry for your family loss you have my deepest sympathy i know how it feels to lose a love one in death.may the God of all comfort be with you in your time of grief.

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