Patsy Darlene Erickson
Patsy Darlene Erickson
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Born Oct. 11,1933 to Charles T. Hicks & Norma L. Crabtree in Roodhouse, IL. Patsy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Chauncy M (Eric) Erickson, her niece Patty Jo (PJ) Mallicoat Chavez, and her nephew Michael Mallicoat. She is survived by her sister Joyce Mallicoat, great nephews Andre (Colin) Chavez wife Ashley, and Michael Joseph (Joe) Mallicoat wife Crystal.
As a young girl, she began teaching Sunday School at First Christian Church in Roodhouse & continued that life mission of sharing God's love to the hearts of children until November 2010 at First Christian Church in Jacksonville, IL.
After graduating from Roodhouse High School in 1951, her family moved to Jacksonville, IL. where Patsy began her 40+ years of work at GTE as a telephone switchboard operator; she was employed until the closing of that facility. She then worked in Springfield at IBEW Local 51 as a secretary until she retired. She also worked to provide amplified phones to the hard of hearing in Jacksonville. Patsy was instrumental in starting the Jacksonville Museum, which began at Illinois School for the Deaf. She is listed as an emeritus member of the board.
Patsy loved the Lord, her family, friends & animals. Her smile & hugs were always welcome to everyone. The Joy of the Lord was her strength. Condolences may be sent to: Joyce Mallicoat, #20 Jacksonville Place, Jacksonville, IL 62650.
Thanks to the staff & hospice care at The Grove for their love for Patsy.
A funeral service will be held January 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Williamson Funeral Home in Jacksonville, IL with burial at Camp Butler in Springfield, IL. The family will meet friends one hour prior to services. Memorials are suggested to First Christian Church of Jacksonville. Williamson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.airsman-hires.com
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Sharry Slaughter
January 4, 2025
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