BORN

1940

DIED

2013

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Marsh Funeral Home

305 N Cemetery Rd

Gurnee, Illinois

David Erickson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 21, 2013.

David J. Erickson, 72, of Lake Villa, son of the late Eric Erickson and Harriet Ligtenberg, passed away October 19, 2013. David was the beloved husband of Nancy J. nee Jack; loving father of Paula (Marcus) Tennant, Pamela (William) Hart and David J. Erickson Jr.; cherished grandfather of Erica, Amanda, Sage, Camden and Cayse; dear brother of the late Donald and Richard Erickson. David was previously a part-time instructor at the College of Lake County and enjoyed volunteer activities with his local Lions Club and VFW. Visitation will be held Thursday, October 24, 2013, from 3-7 PM at Marsh Funeral Home, 305 N. Cemetery Road, Gurnee. The funeral service will be held Friday, October 25, at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment will be in Ascension Cemetery, Libertyville.

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January 3, 2014

Rich Pagoria

I'so sorry to hear about the passing do Dave, my best friend at Thornton Junior College so many years ago. My best to his family. He was always special to me, and I'm sure he will be missed by his many friends.

November 4, 2013

Mary Drehobl

Nancy, I just heard today about the passing of your Husband. I am so sorry to hear this news.

October 25, 2013

Please accept our deepest sympathies on your loss.

Neil and Janet

October 22, 2013

Lynn Steffen

Nancy,

My sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. Dave will be missed by all his students at CLC. I know what a great instructor he was and how much effort and time he put into his classes. He shall be missed by so many.

Lynn Steffen

October 22, 2013

We offer our heartfelt condolences to the Erickson family and friends.May the comfort only God can give be with you during this difficult time.

October 22, 2013

Nancy & family, We're so sorry for your loss. David was a valued member of our Lake Villa Township Lions Club, always eager and willing to help and will be missed. We are all better for having known him.

Sincerely, Bill and Julie Stanley

October 22, 2013

Nancy:
I'm so sorry to learn of David's death. He was always a very positive man with a sense of humor. He used to say you're out with the old dad tonight. I'm sure you gave him many years of fun and laughs. Susan Shemerdiak Kelly

October 22, 2013

Sorry for your loss. As a fellow Lions member, we share your loss. When I saw his pIcture in his Lions vest I knew immediately what a wonderful person he must have been. May you find peace.

Logan Square Lions, District 1A member. Lion Sandy

October 22, 2013

Bob Churchill, former Majority Leader, Illinois House of Representatives

David was a long time friend. I always enjoyed talking politics with him as he always followed campaigns and understood how government was a melting pot of conflicting ideas. He will be missed.

October 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Dave say Hi to Bob
carol stengel

October 21, 2013

Gary Stittgen (Club Secretary)

Thank you for your years of service to your community through the Lake Villa Township Lions Club. You are a shining example for others to follow.

October 21, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Erickson family and may God grant David refreshment, light, and peace.

October 21, 2013

Jean Anderson Durler

Nancy and family -our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. It was so great so see the video and remember Dave, Harriet and all the Ericksons when we spent wonderful summers in South Haven. Fred and I will keep you in our prayers. Blessings to you and your family.

October 21, 2013

Janie Ward

Nancy, I love the pictures that were put together on this site. What a great family you and David have. You used to tell me great stories about your family when I first started working in the convention department. It looks like the two of you got to spend some quality time together in your retirement. I am so sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts are with you, God Bless.

Janie

October 21, 2013

Dick Brunvand

David was always so very kind to the Brunvand family as we for many years enjoyed the Erickson's as our South Haven neighbors. Thanks for including a photo of David on the South Haven pier in the commemorative video. Also thanks for including a photo of David's mother, Harriet. Our prayers go out to David's family not only from our family but from the Terrace Park Association members.

Dick & Lois Brunvand, Terrace Park, South Haven, Michigan.

October 21, 2013

Tom Rinkach

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3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Marsh Funeral Home

305 N Cemetery Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

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25

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Marsh Funeral Home

305 N Cemetery Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

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