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Roy Erickson Obituary

Roy Anker Erickson Jr., 76, died Jan. 3, 2026. A memorial service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, in the Allen-Summerhill Memorial Chapel, 126 E. New York Ave. in DeLand.
Roy dedicated his life and ministry to serving others, particularly those struggling with substance abuse.
Roy requests donations be made to the Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The West Volusia Beacon from Jan. 12 to Feb. 11, 2026.

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January 29, 2026

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together.

Susan Ferrell

January 13, 2026

My Deepest Sympathy to the Erickson Family
May God's love and peace be with you.

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