Arlington Heights, Illinois
Ernest John Wickstrom, Sr., 90 years old, passed away on June 26, 2020 after a long battle with dementia. Ernie was born October 24, 1929 in Chicago to Vida and John Wickstrom at the start of The Great Depression. The football player married the cheerleader, Patricia Johnson, and they shared 68...
Read MoreCoach Wickstrom was the nicest and caring man you would ever want to meet. I played on the 67 & 68 Football team at Wright. He was my Coach. He tole me " Jimmy just keep shooting til you hit something" I was the quarterback and he really developed me. Rest in peace: Jimmy Rohrlack
James Rohrlack
December 11, 2022
I used to see Ernie often since music and PE were in the same building. Always found him to be a solid guy with a good head on his shoulders. He was a great credit to the Wright and understood that there needs be a balance in life. His kind are hard to find today at the college
Michael Holian
September 11, 2020 | Coworker
I have many happy memories of Ernie at Camp. Sitting Pool side w Al Hain,Jerry Kennelly,Red & Carl Irps. Taking sports & Coaching stories. Our Sincere Condolences to The Family. Your Dad was one of the good guys,who will be missed Love Dick & Mary Becker
Dick Becker
July 01, 2020 | Friend
I remember going to the Swedish Thanksgiving dinners in Lemont when I was about 12?. When the football game came on the TV, Ernie would comment about many plays explaining the strategy and tactics. The other men greatly respected and enjoyed his take. Ernie was a great guy and I will miss him.
Martin Johnson (Betty)
July 01, 2020 | Family
Ernie, so sorry to hear about your Dad and Mom. We hadn't heard about your Mom. They will be truly missed. We had a lot of great times together. Love, Ron & Pat
Ron & Pat Altpeter
July 01, 2020 | Friend
