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HERBERT ERCK Obituary

Herbert Erck Jr. of Olathe, KS, husband of Patricia A Erck, died on Sunday, August 18, 2013. Herb loved traveling to all sorts of places. His love of adventure, collecting clocks, barometers, and antiques he just loved. He treasured his time in Florida and his friends there. He was a good father and provider and loved his daughters, Cheryl (Russ) Piscutta and Michelle (Scott) Brenizer, and adored time with his grandchildren, John Stanks and Charity Brenizer. He is also survived by his sisters, Geneive Grimm and Sharon Bowers, and many other relatives that he loved. Herb graduated from Delaware Valley Regional in Pittstown, NJ, in 1963 and Trenton Technical Institute in Trenton, NJ. Herb retired from Sprint after 30 years. He also enjoyed his courier job at ASAP after his retirement. A veteran, he served his country in Vietnam in 1967-1968 and belonged to the VFW 7857 in Milford, NJ. He was also a member of The Branches Church in Olathe, for over 20 years. A celebration of life will be held 7PM Thursday Aug. 22nd at The Branches Church, 13020 Blackbob Rd. Olathe, KS 66062. The family suggests contributions to the Church and/or Kansas City Hospice. To leave a special message for the family please visit www.PenwellGabelOlathe.com

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Published by Kansas City Star on Aug. 20, 2013.

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Greg and Shelly Niemeyer

August 22, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be praying for you and your family.

Greg and Shelly Niemeyer

Mark Burns

August 22, 2013

I will truly mis Herb. He was one of the best Managers I ever worked for at Sprint. I am truely grateful for having had the opportunity to know him. Herb gave me my first opportunity to work for an extended period of time in management. It was an experience I will never forget.

Linda Huff Muessig

August 21, 2013

Oh Patty I'm so sorry about the loss of your husband. I don't know if you remember me from Kohinoor. God bless

August 21, 2013

We are so saddened by Herb's passing. He had such a passion for life, and for his family. We pray for strength for you and the girls.

Joe and Gail Meis

August 20, 2013

Pat, Joe and I send our condolences to you. Herb was a wonderful and Godly man. He will be missed.

Bob

August 20, 2013

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Erck. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

Welcome home, Herb.

Alice Stocker

August 20, 2013

Pat & Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts go out to you and your family.

Ray McFall

August 20, 2013

Pat and family, So saddened to read of Herbys passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Herb was a great friend, he will be Sadly missed.

August 19, 2013

Pat and girls,
Sorry to hear about Herb. You and Herb was also good to my parents when you lived in Holland. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Doris Pursell

JoAnn McDonald

August 19, 2013

Pat & Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Herbie. He was such a great guy. Please know I am thinking of you all.

August 19, 2013

Pat and family,truly soooo sorry for your loss of Herby--he was a wonderful, happy,fun person to be with.He will always be with me in all the memories that we all shared. 50 years is a lot of memories. Hans and i will never forget him. May you find strength and peace.our hearts are heavy

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