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Erich Missel Obituary

Missel, Erich J. 42, of Pittsburgh and formerly of Streator passed away Monday, August 26, 2013 in Morris. Visitation will be from 4-8 P.M. Thursday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, with Cremation rites accorded following the visitation. Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. Friday at the Solon-Telford Funeral Home, Streator. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Streator. Pallbearers will be Bob Harcar Jr., Jim Sauers, Greg Baker, Don Redd Mike Voitik and Timothy Plutz. Honorary pallbearers will be his cousins, Brian and Brad Patterson, Todd and Troy Gwin, Kelly Gwin-Fleming, Neal Gwin, Mike McCauley, Tony and Mark Hillyer, Billy and Malinda Missel, Dillan and Jordyn Missel. Born March 7, 1971 in Streator he is survived by his mother, Carole Gwin of Morris; his father, Allen (Lori) Missel Jr. of Streator; brothers, Thomas and Jonathon Gulo of Morris, and Brent (Dani Soltis) Missel of Olathe, Kansas; sisters, Brandi (Cody) Missel-Harms of Olathe, Kansas; paternal grandparents, Allen and Elizabeth "Betty" Missel of Streator; aunts and uncles, Gloria (Scott) Patterson of Streator, Gregory Gwin of Bloomington, Indiana, Timothy Gwin of Palestine, Texas, Ginny (Mike) McCauley of Streator, Lynn (Lloyd) Hillyer of Streator, Kelvin Missel of Streator and Kerry (Kathy) Missel of Lawrenceville, Georgia. He was formerly married to Dolly Frey. He also left behind his two cherished cats, Lucy and Peyton whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by a sister, Lindsay Gulo; maternal grandparents, John and Anita Gwin; an aunt, Nancy Cole and a cousin, Patrick McCauley. Born and raised in Streator, Erich attended Streator grade schools and graduated from Streator High School. He attended Illinois Valley Community College and Parkland Community College. He was an avid baseball player who played in Streator's youth baseball, traveling teams and high school teams. After college, he worked through the years in the Casino Industry. Erich had an infectious smile and personality, making friends wherever he went. He loved his brother, Jonathon and sister, Lindsay, unconditionally. He was a regular volunteer and organized many fundraisers for Easter Seals of LaSalle and Will/Grundy Counties. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church in Streator. Erich was a fun loving person, who loved golfing, biking, hiking and swimming. He was a diehard Chicago Cubs, Blackhawks and Bears fan. He always looked forward to seeing his Cubs win the World Series and celebrated the Blackhawks Stanley Cup victory. Erich will be greatly missed by his dear friends and family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.solontelford.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to his family. Solon-Telford Funeral Home 301 S. Park St., Streator, Illinois 61364 815-672-2320 www.solontelford.com

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Published by Herald-News on Aug. 28, 2013.

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Jan Wachowski

August 30, 2013

Couldn't be there. Wish I could heal your broken hearts. May memories comfort all of you.
Love & Prayers

josie iglesias

August 30, 2013

My condolences Aunt Carol, Iam pretty sorry for your lost. He was a wonderful person.

Terry Buterbaugh

August 29, 2013

Our deepest sympathies are with you all in this time of grief. Erich was not only a valued associate, but to many of us a dear friend as well. He will be greatly missed by all of us here at the Ross Township Home Depot.

Tami Pizer

August 29, 2013

To Erich's mom
No words can heal your loss
But may you find comfort in knowing that your son had a positive effect on all those who knew him and as a mom I grieve with you

Cassandra Hofmeister

August 29, 2013

You were a wonderful man, such a loss. Condolences to your family may you rest in peace.

kelly lamendola

August 29, 2013

You were one of my favorites...you will be greatly missed

Jim Buzzelli

August 29, 2013

Rest in peace my friend, please accept my deepest sympathy, Erich will certainly be missed.

Buzz

August 28, 2013

Rest in peace my friend, you will b missed.

Karen Waters

August 28, 2013

So sorry to hear of this loss......may God comfort the family and friends he left behind

John Shuminski

August 28, 2013

I met Erich in June 2010 when we opened Rivers casino in Pittsburgh. We became friends right away and shared lots of really good times over the next 2 years. Erich was a very good friend and coworker and I will truly miss him. R.I.P. Erich

Dee Gilbert

August 28, 2013

My deepest sympathy go out to you at this time. Eric was a great person with a great heart and wonderful personality! He will be deeply missed by his friends at Rivers Casino. Rest in Peace.

Sarah Coons

August 28, 2013

I was deeply saddened to hear the news. My heart felt condolences to Erich's friends and family. He was a great man and will live on forever in our memories.

Dana McCarthy

August 28, 2013

My heart saddens to hear of this. Erich was full of life with a smile that could brighten a room. My heartfelt condolences goes out to his family and all the lives he has touched. I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers <3

Todd Gwin

August 28, 2013

My Cousin, my friend, I'll miss you. I'm sorry.

John Neiderer III

August 28, 2013

Dear Missel family, I first had the pleasure of meeting Erich in the fall of 2010 at Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. I was a brand new craps dealer and Erich managed my table probably more than 50 times. I struggled in the beginning, and Erich was always kind to me and offered positive and constructive teaching and feedback. He always stuck by and stood up for his dealers. I was the Pirates batboy as a kid, so we became instant friends because of our shared love for baseball. Over his stay at Rivers, Erich and I became very close. When he went on vacation in the summer of 2011, I went over his apartment every day to feed and take care of Lucy and Peyton. I can't tell you how many times Erich and I would meet up for a beer and watch the Penguins, Steelers and Pirates. And his beloved Cubbies, if we were lucky enough to find them on Pittsburgh tv. I am saddened more than words can express over his passing. I want to express my greatest sympathy to you, his family, and especially his mom who he loved greatly and talked about lovingly. I will keep Erich alive in my heart and memory until I get to see him again.

LeighAnne Brook

August 28, 2013

Words can not express the saddness I feel, such a great loss....
May you rest in peace, Erich !

Ellen Kim

August 28, 2013

Please accept my deepest condolence..

Robert Turner

August 28, 2013

Deeply saddened to hear of this today, he was a good co-worker who will be missed.. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.. May God provide comfort in this time..

Dan Bakken.

August 28, 2013

It deeply saddens me to hear the loss of Erich. He was a great friend and will surely be missed. My deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. I pray that God will comfort you during this difficult time. RIP my dear friend.

Lauren McGreehin

August 28, 2013

Carole - Words cannot express how sorry I am. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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