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Earl Erickson Obituary

Earl E. Erickson, 99, Amsterdam, MO, died October 1, 2006. Funeral services 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 4 at Amsterdam Baptist Church, Amsterdam, MO. Visitation 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Schowengerdt Chapel (660-6796555), Butler, MO. Burial in Scott Cemetery, Amsterdam, MO. Contributions to Scott Cemetery or Amsterdam Baptist Church. Survivors: son Gary Erickson (MaryBeth) of Platte City, MO; daughter Lucille Lindsay (Clay Gene) of Amoret, MO; 5 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Oct. 3, 2006.

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Helen Weigman

October 5, 2006

Gary and Mary Beth and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss.
Your faith will get you through this, please know we are thinking of you.

Susi Harris

October 4, 2006

I feel like I've lost a family member. What a wonderful man! Thanks for bringing him close through your stories Gary. His positive attitude and great sense of humor will always be an inspiration.
Love to both you and Mary Beth. My deepest sympathy.

Pat and Allison Roberts

October 4, 2006

Gary and family,

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Please know, that we are praying for you and you are in our thoughts.

Mike and Cheri Edwards

October 3, 2006

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Reverend Ann Kircher

October 3, 2006

You are in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of your inspiring father, grandfather, great grandfather & friend to all. He was a blessing to so many and loved by those who had the honor to meet him along the journey. As your friends in Christ, we are supporting you in prayer and asking the God of comfort to surround you with His love and peace. God Bless You.
With our Deepest Sympathy,
Weston Christian Church Family

BOBBY MCWILLIAMS

October 3, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Twila Finfrock

October 3, 2006

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

Cameron Herrell

October 3, 2006

What little time I have known Earl, while he was at Willow Lane Nursing Center, I could tell he was a fine man, husband and father. I enjoyed the write up in the Butler paper some time back about his life on the farm and it really impressed me. I look forward to seeing him again in heaven.

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