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KENNETH ERICKSON Obituary
He was a retired North Providence Fire Fighter. He was currently the Chaplain for the Providence Fire Depart ment. He became a licensed minister on November 4, 1979.
Kenneth is the brother of Arlene Parisella, Dianne Erickson and Sally Erickson.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service, Wednesday, October 7th at 11 a.m. in St. Edward Church, 997 Branch Avenue, Providence. Burial will be private. The family requests no flowers be sent, instead, please submit donations in Kenneth's memory to Rev. Kenneth Erickson Memorial Fund, c/o Freedom Bank, PO Box 275, Greenville, RI 02828. Arrangements by PONTARELLI-MARINO.
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Memories and Condolences
for KENNETH ERICKSON
Pete Forsstrom
October 29, 2009
My condolences to Ken's family and friends. Proverbs 3:5 says "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding."
Jennie and Michael Senape
October 24, 2009
You were part of the best day of our lives on 9/19/09. You gave us such a beautiful wedding ceremony that all of our family and friends will surely never forget. We were so blessed to have you there. We enjoyed a great rehearsal dinner with you never knowing that you would be leaving us. I was looking forward to helping you loading the supplies on the truck to Africa. I am still going to do that because I know that is something you would have wanted. We will miss you and will never forget your little antedote about lie, cheat and steal. Our hearts go out to your family, we will keep you in our prayers. Thank you Rev Ken for everything!
Dorothy (Carbone) Rosa
October 23, 2009
I wish I had looked for you sooner. You have been on my mind lately and yesterday I thought I would try to find you. To my sorrow, I found your obituary. My heart is broken.
My thoughts went to W T GRANTS, years ago. I remember you calling me to come to the stock room, to find you and Peter Pear,saying mass and giving out ashes that you had collected from the ash trays. My children and I will always love you.I have such wonderful memories,as I shead my tears. I love you!
Elder William @Addie Berryman's
October 12, 2009
Rev.Erickson the church family will miss you and may your soul rest in peace
Susan Thibodeau
October 9, 2009
To the Parisella & Erickson families:
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Thibodeau & Zukauskas families
Cheryl Picard
October 8, 2009
I will miss Ken very much. We worked together at St. Rita and his passing will have ripple effects for years to come. My prayers are with you during this time.
NICOLAS DE LA CRUZ
October 8, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jean Buckley
October 7, 2009
Today I am warmly remembering the last time I saw Kenny as he renewed my brother and sister-in-law's vows this past July.
Tomorrow I will continue to remember Kenny's warmth and laughter.
My condolences to Kenny's family.
Linda & Joe Carbone
October 7, 2009
Reverend Ken was the kindest and most loving person we knew. He immediately left a meeting, upon hearing of my near-death emergency surgery, to be at my bedside. He offered prayers, and even purchased a doll for my doll collection which he delivered to me upon my return home. I will remember him in my prayers each and every day. May God Bless you!
Ann Marie Clancy
October 7, 2009
I am just getting home from a trip to find that my friend Ken has died. I cannot even beging to put into words how touch I have been by Ken. I am going to miss him so much. My heart, my thoughts and my prayers go out to all who are suffering the lost of a GREAT man.
Carl & Barbara Passarelli
October 7, 2009
We are so sorry to hear this sad news.
Our prayers are with the family.
Ken was a wonderful person who touched many many lives.
Debra Graham
October 7, 2009
Elder Ken was a great man, loving and genuinely caring man about people. He listened to you when you confided any thing to him, and whatever you told him , you never heard it again. Always true to his word, if he told you he would do somethinf , he did it. He was a man with a great sense of humor , loved to laugh and eat and I never saw him not smiling. Always greeted you with a big bear hug and that smile. I will miss him dearly, never to be forgotten. I will cherish the memories I have of Ken from Pentecostal COGIC, we attended many services together. May his family find peace in this time of need.Ken will be greatly and dearly missed by many.
Edna Ashley
October 6, 2009
Brother Ken was part of my family for 33yrs.He was caring,loving and a friend.We will miss him..........
Kenneth Foye
October 6, 2009
Me and my family were so blessed to know Brother Ken...In my own words from the bottom of my hart he was an ANGEL...ANGEL of God and the doors of Heaven will be open wide for him to enter.....
Elder James Keith
October 6, 2009
To Elder Ken's Family:
Please take consolation in the fact that Elder Ken completely gave of himself. Watching him with the young people of Pentecostal COGIC and his work in Africa was inspiring. He didnt just talk to them about love, he loved them and that was the lesson they learned from him. Not just them, but those of us who watched his life. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Toni & Gino Capato
October 6, 2009
Although we've only met on one occasion, it became apparent to us that this was a special, caring and loving man who placed others before himself. May he rest in peace beyond heavens gates. Our deepest sympathies to the Erickson family.
Phyllis & Donald Martone
October 6, 2009
To Arlene, Dianne & Sally,
My sincerest condolences. Ken was a very good person who was always willing to help everyone. He was there for me in my time of need when my Mom & Dad passed away. He never left my side when my Mom way dying. Rest in Peace. Till we meet again.
D
October 6, 2009
he will be missed.
Robert Lloyd
October 6, 2009
On behalf of the Tiverton Fire Department please accept our deepest sympathy at the passing of your bother. Fr, Erickson was there for our department during a very difficult time this past year.
Chief Robert D. Lloyd and,
The Members of the Tiverton Fire Department
Tiverton, Rhode Island
Nancy Colella Farley
October 6, 2009
To the Erickson Family - I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and did wonderful things for this world. I met him when I was in Elemetary School, about 45yrs ago. I took a Conversational Italian Class at Veasy Street Library one summer and he was my teacher. That fall I went to E.Hopkins Jr. High and met a friend Sally, which I learned was Rev. Ken's sister. I have fond memories of him and the Erickson Family; he gave us(Sally, Donna, Gail & I)his car to use one summer to vacation in Maine when we were in High School. He was a wonderful person, who did wonderful things for everyone and anyone. May he rest in peace! God Bless his family.
Gary Garvin
October 6, 2009
I remember Ken as an active youth leader at Pentacostal COGIC. I had just spoken with him in July. He was a man of good works. I pray you find strength through this time of sorrow.
Wendy Knowlton
October 6, 2009
Ken was a loving a giving person who exemplified the true spirit of the firefighting brotherhood. He was the ultimate positive influence on me and my family both fraternially and as fellow christians. Our positive spirit will go forth as a living memory to his teachings.
He will be missed.
Susan Hawksley
October 6, 2009
Father Erickson was an important part of the firefighters service - in uniform and as our Chaplin. On behalf of the men and women in uniform who have had the pleasure to have known him, we wish his family peace.
Sue Hawksley, past president R.I. Assoc. of Fire Marshals, retired East Greenwich Fire District
Jeanne & John Gollotto
October 6, 2009
It's hard to believe that 26 years have gone by since we first met. It's passed with the blink of an eye. Every moment knowing you has been an honor and I'm PROUD to have known you. You're smile, your humor, your love for your fellow man. Rest in Peace Ken....You've earned it...Your work was done. To Arlene, Sally & Diane my deepest sympathy.
October 6, 2009
To Rev. Ken's loving family,
Rev. Ken was a kind, unselfish, generous person; giving of himself daily to anyone in need. He was a wonderful example of God's love and teachings, sharing those with all he met.
A mentor to our son Jeff, and a guiding light to all. Rev. Ken married us 15 years ago in a beautiful bilingual ceremony.
Rev. Ken is now resting peacefully with God. May your memories of Rev. Ken bring you comfort in your time of grief. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Rev. Ken RIP.
Martha (Howe) & Eusebio de la Cruz
La Vega, Dominican Republic
Kelly Ashley-Bangoura
October 6, 2009
"UNCLE KEN", THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR ME AND MY FAMILY. YOU HAVE BEEN APART OF MY LIFE SINCE I WAS NINE YEARS OLD. AUNT VERLEN AND UNCLE WITCHER COULD NOT HAVE PICKED A BETTER PERSON TO BE A LEADER IN OUR CHURCH FAMILY.
I WILL MISS YOU. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE "UNCLE KEN"
BUTTERFLY KISSES FROM ME TO YOU.
TIMOTHY GRIFFIN
October 6, 2009
VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
CHIEF TIMOTHY GRIFFIN AND MEMBERS OF THE LONSDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT
LINCOLN, R.I.
Jim Farley
October 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
jessica nanni-lambert
October 5, 2009
Kenny you will be greatly missed. You were there and aprticipated in some of my wonderful life events. Sych as marrying me and dedicating my first born. I love you and you will always be in our hearts
allison medeiros
October 5, 2009
I can't explain the deep feeling of loss i felt when i heard the news.I will miss that smile.He will always be in my thoughts.
Mary O'Donnell and the O'Donnell Family
October 5, 2009
Dear Arlene Dianne and Sally
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Ken.
May God's blessings be with you and may He watch over Ken.
Karen and Brian Grosso (Campbell)
October 5, 2009
Ken was a wonderful man that I have known for almost 30 years...since I was about 8 years old. He will be sadly missed and so will his humor. To my fellow Boom Boom, I will miss you always.
Retired Fire Chief Thomas & Debbie Noonan
October 5, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Zandra Berrios (Green)
October 5, 2009
My family has known Elder Ken for many years, and we will always remember his smile and the great big hugs we always received from him. Ken was the most loving and caring person I have ever known. He gave unselfishly everyday that he lived and he will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.
May god bless all his family and friends because we will truly miss him.
May God Bless you, Ken.
Diane & Fred Kindred-White
October 5, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Al Peterson
October 5, 2009
I would like to send our deepest sympathy to Ken's family. We have lost a brother,a friend,a family member. There is not enough time in the day to list Kenny's accomplishmnets. But, we all know what he has done for us. We will never know why we did not get to say good-by. But, recently Ken and I had a conversation ( as we often did) and he said Al we are not here to ask why but to say thank you and understand. He was right. He lived his life to help everyone eles and not himself. This was part of his mission. He carried it out each and every day. When you were in need, sad, broke, hungry or worse, he was only a phone call away. I have worked with Ken for over 20 years. He has been a very important part of my company from day one. Things will never be the same and I will never be able to replace my friend. Nor do I want to. May the angels leed you into paradise. May God shine his light on you. You did long enough for us Ken. Rest in peace until we meet again . Thank You for all you have done for me and my family. We will never forget you.
AL & Robyn Peterson & Family.
Sheila White and family, Nicey, Val, Jordan, Jenna & Jonah
October 5, 2009
My family and I are blessed to have known Elder Ken. He's been there in a couple of very difficult times for the White family. We will miss him greatly. His family and friends will be in our prayers. Indeed Elder Ken was very unselfish, giving you whatever he had. I will always have fond and good memories about Elder Ken.
October 5, 2009
My condolences to Ken's Family at this very difficult time. Ken was a Great help to me with the loss of my Husband Arthur he was always there for anyone who needed anything with his caring and loving ways. My thoughts and Prayers are with You and Your Family at this time.
Carolyn Anderson
Linda and Andy Noonan
October 5, 2009
Kenny wore so many hats for so many people, always putting himself last. He gave 100% of himself to others and NEVER took from anyone. We were fortunate to know him as a close friend, married us 14 years ago, baptized our grandson, buried both my in-laws, provided free rescue service to our dying niece, and threatened to run down Fruit Hill Ave with my communion( day before surgery} if my Shepard got out of the room because he was terrified of the dog. Our thoughts and prayers go to his family that he LOVED and spoke of often to us.We only have wonderful memories of "The Most wonderful man I have ever had the honour to now." He is now resting in the Palms of GOD!! Love you Father Ken!!!
Mary Datcher-Witcher
October 5, 2009
When I first met Eld. Ken he embraced me with open arms. That is how I will always remember him, loving, generous, and kind. May God be with his many friends and family in this difficult time.
Monikka Datcher
October 5, 2009
I've know Eld. Ken for 26 years and he has been a mentor, a friend, like a father. He would give you the shirt off his back. I will miss his smile and those big bear hugs he always gave me. May God Bless his family.
October 5, 2009
to the erickson family, my husband and i have known kenny for many years and are deeply saddened by the news of his passing. our thoughts and prayers are with you and my god bless kenny and god bless your family in this difficult time.
the camara family
Fr. Frank McNeil
October 5, 2009
Ken was a good friend and fellow fire chaplain. I always enjoyed his phone calls and the times we spent together at our fire chaplain meetings and the times i would be in RI. he was always ready to help anyone in need and always there for everyone. May God grant him a peaceful rest from all of his trials and labors. And may God be with all of you, his sisters and friends, during this sad time. Be with God, my friend. I will miss you !
October 5, 2009
Condolences to the Erickson Family. Ken was a known to countless people that he served and met during his life. A true friend to many; understood by few, who hold his memory close in our hearts.
Know that he served God well in this life and may he be received in His loving arms! THANK YOU for all your help; GODSPEED friend, your memory will live on.
Robert Paulin
Tom Ottaviano
Nathaniel Witcher
October 5, 2009
Ken was a living example of our Lord's life,"I came not be served but to serve" And Oh how he served. In the twenty five or more years, Elder Ken,as he was known in the Pentecostal Church of God in Christ,gave of himself untiringly. Ken you will be deeply missed.
Rick & Dee Parenteau
October 4, 2009
Arlene,Diane and Sally
Our deepest sympathy to you and your families. He married us 25 years ago and recently renewed our vows. He was the kindest and most caring man we ever met. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with during this difficult time.
George Johnson
October 4, 2009
Ken was an amazing person. The selfless servant. What he wore or what he drove or where he laid his head did not matter to him. His life was helping others. Despite all of his robes and titles, he was not a religious person. He knew the Word of God inside and out but religion was not his thing. Helping and serving was his thing. He was a friend and an inspiration to our family. He was a brother to the prisoner, the homeless, the needy. I am privileged that it was in God's plan for me to know Ken. Those of us who knew him and loved him can take heart in knowing that he walks without a cane now!
aly bangoura
October 4, 2009
May God bless and welcome REV.KENNETH D.ERICKSON in his Kingdom. REV. KENNETH was a man of God, he served and helped those in need regardless their race, color and most importantly their religion. My family and I will miss him .
Sherese Ashley-Foye
October 4, 2009
I have Known Uncle Ken for 32 yrs he was always there for you you could talk to him about anything and he was there for me and my family last year to help us through a very sad time I love you and will miss you RIP
Alita McRae-Eagles
October 4, 2009
I remember Elder Erickson back when I was a youth at Pentecostal COGIC. He would always encourage the young people and I love that in him. I will never forget the words he said and the impact he had.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and I pray God's comfort over you in this difficult time.
Patty & Mike Musotic
October 4, 2009
Kenny we will miss you very much. Our love and prayers goes out to his family.
Christine McKay Chabot
October 4, 2009
I've known Kenny since I was a member of the call system of the NP Fire Dept...26 years ago. He sat with me at my father's bedside 3 years ago, held my hand and wiped my tears as my father drew his last breaths...I could not have gotten through it without Kenny. I am a much better person for having known him and those who have called him friend have been truly blessed. I will miss him and never forget what he brought to my life.
Kenny, you will be remembered for "how you spent your dash"...a poem by Linda Ellis that I wish I could read at your memorial, as you eluded to it at my father's service.
My condolences to Kenny's family, friends and co-workers.
Kenny has a special place in my heart forever!
Adele Angelone
October 4, 2009
Arlene and Sally...my deepest sympathy to you and your families...my thoughts and prayers are with you always and especially in this most difficult time.
Kenneth Hoskin
October 4, 2009
I had the honor of meeting "The Rev" when he came on board with "Padre Bert" as Chaplins of the PFD. I couldn't have had the honor & priviledge of knowing such a great guy, with a heart of gold. He ALWAYS had the right thing to say when you were down & out & took as much time as need be to talk to you. I, along as many other Firefighters, who were lucky enough to meet & know Ken, will miss him dearly. RIP Brother until we meet again.
Hoppy, (Ret'd Prov. Firefighters Local 799)
Ray Parenteau and Family
October 4, 2009
Ken was a wonderful man and a good friend to all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this difficult time.
Larry & Janet Erickson
October 4, 2009
Our Bast Man....Not only on that special day, but for always and forever. We can spend an endless amount of time speaking of all he has done for us and for many others, but anyone who has been touched by him, or anything he has done will understand exactly how we feel... no words could ever explain how we truly feel. We have lost a very special Uncle and Friend. May He Rest in Peace.
Love Always Larry & Janet
October 4, 2009
To the Family of Ken,I am so sorry for your loss. Ken was a very Great and Wonderful Person and Friend of my Family. I am so happy to have had the chance to have known such a Beautiful Person inside and out he will be greatly missed by all. My condolences again to everyone that has ever had the pleasure of knowing Ken. May you RIP Ken.
Rhonda Anderson
Elena Balassone
October 4, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family who is suffering this great loss. Have faith in knowing that God is taking care of Kenneth now. We were so sorry to hear of this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness.
Elena & Franco Balassone & Family
Pete and Sharon Forsstrom
October 4, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Christine Wilford
October 4, 2009
Elder Ken was an amazing man of God. A gifted teacher with a true heart for people. He spent his life serving others. We were honored to have him as part of our ministry at Victory Outreach Center. He greated me every Sunday morning with a smile and a hug. He will forever be remembered.
Donald & Barbara Darby
October 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.
Connie Robitaille
October 4, 2009
To the family of Father Ken, I am so sorry for your loss and the pain that you are going through. I didn't know him well, but the world has lost a wonderful man who did God's work. Again, my condolences.
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