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In memory of
Charles "Chuck" Leo Erickson
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Please consider a gift to Southport-Oak Island Animal Rescue.
$200.00
Raised by 2 people
Obituary
It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Charles "Chuck" Erickson, born in Moline, IL, to Peter and Marjorie Erickson on November 25, 1939 . He departed our lives on May 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, companionship and many fond memories. An affable man who was always eager to talk, he was known for his steadfastness, resilience, and kindness. Chuck taught us to live life on our own terms, and …
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Community Involvement
Volunteered for
Volunteer of
Southport-Oak Island Animal Rescue
Charity
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What were Chuck's favorite games to play?
Golf
Golf
Golf
What were Chuck's favorite drinks?
Beer
Beer
Beer
What were Chuck's favorite local spots?
Currahee Brewery
Currahee Brewery
Currahee Brewery
What were Chuck's favorite sports teams?
Duke Blue Devils, Chicago Cubs
Duke Blue Devils, Chicago Cubs
Duke Blue Devils, Chicago Cubs
Timeline
Born
November 25th, 1939
Moline, IL
Graduated from high school
1957
Lake Forest Academy
Graduated from college
1961
Emory University
Survived by
Megan Erickson
Daughter
Kathy Burke
Cousin
Mary Lou Smith
Cousin
Raiden Fields
Nephew
Chad DeZurik
Brother-in-law
Dyan Hollabaugh
Niece
Sean DeZurik
Nephew
Kya DeZurik
Niece
Jade DeZurik
Niece
Jeanne Schwenk
Cousin
Rick Andersen
Cousin
Peter Andersen
Cousin
Jill Erickson
Cousin
Charli Erickson
Daughter
Jason Hoffman
Son-in-law
Robert Sisk
Son-in-law
Drew Hoffman
Grandson
Remy Sisk
Grandson
Judy DeZurik
Sister
Erik DeZurik
Nephew
Jason DeZurik
Nephew
Gunter DeZurik
Nephew
Madi DeZurik
Niece
Larry Miller
Cousin
Lee Miller
Cousin
Linn Dee Miller
Cousin
Kenneth Miller
Cousin
John Burke, Jr.
Cousin
Kristina Armitage
Cousin
Kimberly Kennelly
Cousin
Gage Burke
Cousin
Trey Burke
Cousin
Katie Burke
Cousin
Maggie Kennelly
Cousin
Ryan Armitage
Cousin
Matthew Armitage
Cousin
Brendan Armitage
Cousin
Julie Woods
Cousin
Mark Smith
Cousin
Shelby Woods
Cousin
Reagan Woods
Cousin
Buddy Schwenk
Cousin
Avery McCarthy
Cousin
Meaghan McCarthy
Cousin
Katie Schwenk
Cousin
Will Schwenk
Cousin
Pepper Erickson
Beloved dog
Emily Shephard
Cousin
Predeceased by
John Burke
Cousin
Roland Smith
Cousin
Peter Erickson
Father
Marjorie Erickson
Mother
Roland DeZurik
Father-in-law
Marguerite DeZurik
Mother-in-law
Tom Bagley
Cousin
Juliet Erickson
Cousin
Linda Erickson
Wife
Brad DeZurik
Brother-in-law
Abby Andersen
Aunt
Jane Erickson
Aunt
Nettie Bagley
Aunt
John Erickson
Uncle
Benjamin Miller
Uncle
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Other key details
Cause of death
Prostate cancer
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Legacy Funeral Services
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to Southport-Oak Island Animal Rescue.
$200.00
Raised by 2 people
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