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Estelle Erickson Obituary

Estelle A. (Rice) Erickson, 76, of Worcester, died Friday, October 3rd in the Jewish Healthcare Center, with her loving family at her side. Her husband of 42 years, Roy E. Erickson died in 1993.

She leaves her son, Edward R. Erickson of Bradford, NH; two daughters, Karen L. Erickson and her husband, Dr. Lennard Wilson of Missoula, MT and Linda L. wife of Kevin M. Quinlivan of East Haddam, CT; her sister, Rosemary wife of Norman Gaulin of Leicester; her daughter-in-law, Celeste Erickson of Nahua, NH; eight grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. A son, Karl H. Erickson and two brothers, Donald G. and Robert Rice predeceased her.

She was born in Worcester and was the daughter of W. Howard and Kathleen M. (Pregent) Rice Allen. Mrs. Erickson had been employed by the former Shawmut Bank as a customer service representative.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue is directing arrangements. Flowers may be sent or memorial contributions made to the VNA Care Network, 120 Thomas Street, Worcester, MA 01608.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Oct. 5, 2008.

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Marlene Rodrick

October 15, 2008

Dear Linda and family, I loved and will dearly miss Estelle. I saw her every week for 27 years while i did her hair and knew her better than many of my own family. I also know she had a strong faith and there is peace in knowing she is with our father in Heaven. I hope her peace will help ease your pain. Marlene

Barbara Melanson

October 9, 2008

Estelle became a very close friend of my mother's at the Eisenberg. She made every visit more enjoyable. My mother and I will both miss her. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Linda (Dennis) Swiss

October 6, 2008

Linda and Kevin:

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of of your mother. My parents thought the world of her. My thoughts are with both of you at this difficult time.

Elaine Gaulin

October 5, 2008

Although we're miles away, you are close to us in our thoughts and prayers. Estelle was well loved and will be greatly missed. Love,
Elaine & Norman Gaulin, Aimee & Ed Yager, Jessica and Nick Gaulin

Jessica Johnson

October 5, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Janet Croteau

October 5, 2008

So many memories just ran through my head. I am so sad at the passing of Estelle. It has been too many years. Estelle was like a mother to me. My thoughts are with you through this difficult time.

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