William G. Erickson

Fond memories of the years I taught at EHS with him as my principal and friend. It was always a treat to see him around town after we were retired.

One of my favorite cousins, Bill was kind to me when we were kids and always clever and funny. Although he lived a bit of a distance away (Southampton / Natick), he and Joy were always there for family weddings and cousin gatherings. He will be sorely missed. Rest in peace, Billy.

Mr. Erickson was my high school principal & he was a wonderful educator. He was always very kind, patient & very fair with all the shenanigans that happened. I also remember him at our different dance events busting a move. He was always the "very cool" principal. Sounds like he had a wonderful long & well loved life. He will be remembered. Condolences to all the family & friends. Hugs!

May God reward Bill for all that he has done for his family, friends, and community. He will be missed by all those he has touched and bless those he leaves behind.

Incredibly patient man.

We met Bill when we both started our teaching careers at WBMS. He was the best principal we ever had. His door was always open and you always felt so comfortable conversing with him about any problem, concern, etc. Bill attended our wedding with his wife Joy in 1978 and was one of the last to leave. I loved receiving his witty memos and still have them to reflect upon. He certainly was a man of many interests, loved people and will be missed!

A lover of music and a dedicated volunteer in our community. He´ll be missed!

I met Bill in 1970 when he hired me as one of his secretaries at Center School in Easthampton. He was the best boss I ever had in my long career of working in schools. He was a man of integrity, wisdom, compassion, caring and kindness. I saw him at Forbes Library when he sang with the barbershop quartet. A man of many talents. My deepest condolences to the Erickson family.

Bill and I were fellow Principals for many years in Easthampton. ALWAYS the consummate gentleman and a pleasure to be with. I can best illustrate the kind of person Bill was by this: Last summer was the 50th anniversary of my appointment as Principal of Maple School as noted in the Gazette. Only Bill was so kind to forward a handwritten note of congratulations. I still have that memo. My most sincere condolences to the Erickson family.