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William Erickson Obituary

Erickson, William H. "Billy" Loving father of Justin Lapinskas and Mason, Quinton and Page Erickson; also, dear son, brother, uncle and friend of many. Visitation Sunday, April 15, 2012 from 1 - 7 P.M. at Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Home, 6250 N. Milwaukee Ave., a service will be at 6:30 P.M. Cremation private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the William Erickson Memorial Fund c/o Fifth Third Bank, 3601 North Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60613, 773-327-0088 appreciated. Info 773-774-0366 or www.colonialfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 15, 2012.

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Melissa Fosse-Dunne

April 17, 2012

I can't believe you are not here with us anymore...but I know that where you are you can still hear us telling you how much we miss & love you.
Until we meet again,
~Melissa

Steph Collier

April 16, 2012

Billy was a great man that could always share laughter and love and will always be remembered in my heart. My sincere condolences go out to his family.

Joyces

April 15, 2012

rest in peace Billy, you were a great guy, and loving father. your neighbors The Joyces

margaret birkenmayer

April 15, 2012

God Speed Billy!
Prayers and peace to your loved ones.

Fr. Dan Brandt

April 15, 2012

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Bill will be remembered at our next Police Mass (Sunday, 22 APR, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.chicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

April 15, 2012

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Billy. May he be resting in peace.

Laura Grimm Michael Murphy

Kathy B

April 15, 2012

You will forever be in my heart. Rest in peace.

J D

April 15, 2012

Billy, you were are very special person & will be deeply missed. My prayers are with you & your family.

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

April 15, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Nora Tellez

April 15, 2012

Deepest condolences on your loss, RIP Brother in Blue. May God bless you and your loved ones.

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