Obituary of Carl Erick Albert Erickson

A wonderful husband, father and grandfather, Carl passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at University Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Violet, and children: Steve (Elda) of Delta, BC; Gerri (Allan) of Chilliwack, BC; Charlene (Mike) of Ferndale, WA; Mark (Kathy) of New Westminster, BC; Laurel (Ted) of Waterloo, ON; and Brent of London, ON. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Loving brother of Laurence (Marg), Gerald (Nadine), Lorraine (Ben) and Dan (Marilyn). He will also be missed by several nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Predeceased by wife Doreen (Arbuckle) and 10 brothers and sisters. Carl led a full and interesting life. He was a WWII veteran, retiring from the RCAF after 33 years of service in Trenton, ON and Comox, BC. Afterwards, Carl followed one of his dreams and opened Erick’s Ice Cream Parlour in Courtenay, BC. In 1999, after the passing of Doreen, Carl relocated to London, ON to reconnect with old friends and marry Violet. Throughout his life and his many involvements, he touched many lives. His quick sense of humour, laughter, love and smiles will be sadly missed by all. A memorial service will be conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Monday, March 5, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior. The family would like to thank the staff at University Hospital for the exceptional care and compassion they provided. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to a charity of your choice in Carl’s memory.