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John W. Erickson

March 29, 1944 — October 30, 2024

Hammond, IN

John W. Erickson

 Age 80, passed away suddenly, Wednesday October 30, 2024.

Survived by his son Patrick Erickson; step children Vanessa Kinman and Mark McKeown; former wife Victoria Figueroa; sister-in-law Valerie Kinman; brother-in-law Tom (Kim) Kinman; sister-in-law Amy Kinman.

Preceded in death by his parents John and Carrie (Munson) Erickson; brother Christopher Kinman.

John was born in Chicago, IL and living in Hammond, IN.

He was a retired laborer and a member of the Laborers Local #5.

John enjoyed reading, watching movies and working on model cars. He was an avid muscle car buff and a military enthusiast, traveling to Historical museums around the United States.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 5, 2024 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Interment will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.

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Visitation

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

11:30am - 12:30 pm (Central time)

Blackburn, Giegerich, Sonntag Funeral Home

1500 Black Road, Joliet, IL 60435

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Graveside Service

Tuesday, November 5, 2024

1:30 - 2:00 pm (Central time)

Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery

20953 W Hoff Rd, Elwood, IL 60421

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