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for Eric Severson
Moe
January 21, 2025
Hey Bubba, two days to go but I'm already thinking of you and what you would make of this comedy of errors we are living through. Save me a spot at the Canasta table, I should be along presently. Miss you.
Moe
January 20, 2024
Hey Bubba, another Saturday late in January and I can't help thinking of you. I still need that shoelace, I wish to God I could get it from you. I promise this time we won't scare your kids.
Barb
January 20, 2023
Another year gone by. You are in my thoughts and memories. I see You in each of your kids- who now have kids of their own with bits and pieces of You in each of them... til we meet again, all my love and hugs
Cousin Barb S
Barb S
January 23, 2022
Time doesn't make it any easier saying missing you. Til we see one another again, love cousin Barb
Marc Severson
January 20, 2021
Well Curley, it's been fifteen years. Not a day goes by I don't think of you and wish you were here to bring me laughter. I'm sure you noticed, Shemp arrived recently to join you, Mom, and Gramma Louie. I bet you're having quite a time together. I'll hold off here for a bit yet, but keep an eye out for me. My love to you all, Moe
"Hummin' Kim" Hammond
February 4, 2007
Since Guido wrote, I had to, also, take care Bud, oh, and Harmon, "No Hands" and Harry Theofilides say "HI" too.
Guido Merkins
February 2, 2007
Eric,
It seems unreal you've been gone a year. We miss you so much. Besides you were the best drinking partner I ever had. Even better than Bum Phillips.
Your pal forever,
Guido Merkins
Scott Severson
January 26, 2007
Eric,
I can't believe its been a year already. We miss you so much. Big Bro is right, you two would be giving me crap about the Packers. But I would take it gladly to have you here. Besides you could help me convince him that Urlacker,Briggs,and Hester straight up for Jake the Joke is a deal the Bears must make. It's the Cub's year with Sweet Lou at Wrigley and "What's a Sandberg" managing in the minors...we can't lose.
Someday we will all be together.
Vaya on Dios,
Burt Gummer
Barb S
January 24, 2007
Eric, It seems like just yesterday and yet, this past year has been an eternity. And i have read and re-read this GuestBook over and over, many many times- somehow thinking that this is the closure i'm looking for because i'm having a real hard time accepting this. But now i'm realizing that there is no closure, i will always have you in my thoughts and memories, and this ain't Good-Bye, its just Til We Meet Again... Love ya, Cousin Barbie
Marc Severson
January 23, 2007
Hey Hoss, the Bears are on the way to the Superbowl. I wish you were here so we could watch the game and give Scott grief about his Packers. It's been a year, a year since you left us and I still miss you so much each day. Barb wrote such a great reminiscence, she remembers so much about you. I can only hope to see you, Mom and Gramma Louie again some day.
Bubba
Barb S
January 21, 2007
Dear Judy,Brittany, Ryne, Kimberly, Timi; Marc & Family; Scott & Family Your Family Love, Support, and Memories will keep Eric's Spirit Alive Forever... Eric is Standing Beside You All... When You Talk to Him, He Embraces You... Eric lives on in each and everyone of You... All My Love & Hugs Barb
Barb S
January 21, 2007
Eric, I REMEMBER... When we were little, we called you "Ricky" and i remember that either my mom or Gram Louie would bring me, Gary, and Lez to visit you guys at the house in Elgin. I remember playing in the yard, in the basement, and your dog Sachmo... I remember that i got to spend the nite- couple of times. I so distinctly remember playing on you & Scott's Bunkbeds... Then i remember when you guys were moving away- All the way to Tucson, AZ. I remember you spent the nite before leaving on train at our house- i remember us eating dinner at the kitchen table that last nite- cause my dad gave the "Look" when you put ketchup on your mashed potatoes- and i believe you had a bad earache/infection cause your ear medicine stained the pillowcase- i remember even that. Then the years passed and our contact was thru the mail- I remember receiving postcards of the different places you guys visited... it sparked my interest in Arizona and gave me a longing to visit you all... Then i remember in March 1972, i flew out for my first visit to Tucson to see you guys- at the house with the pool, and the big turtle in back yard... I only had a week but we all visited Nogales, Tombstone and as much as we could in that week. Years passed and in Feb 1975 Gram decided to drive out to live with you all, and i went with her, so she wouldn't be alone. I only had a day or two, not much time to see you all, but, i remember that just You and Me went out one nite- Just You and Me-- went to couple of places- bars- had drink or two- i believe we even played pool. I just remember so vividly standing in this one bar, by the pool table with drinks in our hands, you and me talking to one another... I will never forget that. In August 1975, I was back again in Tucson, cause Gram wanted to come back to IL. We all went to Desert Museum, Old Tucson, and the top of Mt Lemmon. I remember the morning when we were all getting ready to go to Mt Lemmon-- everyone was packing the car with everything we needed for our picnic lunch there. We made peanut butter/jelly sandwiches, and we fried eggs for egg sandwiches to take- lunch was perfect overlooking that beautiful blue lake... Then the years passed, and i remember You and Judy standing in my mom's kitchen in Palatine. You told me to take your car for drive- so i did- drove up to my old High School parking lot and took pics of it... Then years passed again, and i remember You, Scott, and Marc standing in mom's kitchen. We all went to Gram's apartment. And i remember the nite before you left, we were taking group pic in the garage- but, unfortuately, that pic did not turn out- it was the camera fault, not mine. Then years passed, and i got my computer, and we got to email each other-- but better than that- IM each other- and we were talking and sharing life with one another-- I remember... I have the last emails from you - you sent me some school pics... I did not get a chance for you to tell me who was who in couple pics. You have moved on from earth- I Remember... and i believe you are with your mom, my mom, and Gram Louie... I think that our Mom's needed help with Gram Louie, and you were the "One"... I believe that You are with us all in spirit... You Are So So Missed and Your Life and Love Will Always Live On In Each and Everyone of Us... I Remember... Love You Always and Forever... Barb
Marc Severson
December 28, 2006
Somehow we made it through Christmas without you, my first in 53 years. My homemade chorizo was especially good this year. You would have loved it even with eggs. Your new nephew Joseph says "Hi", actually he says "mumph, gurgle, bubble, murgle" and that is a direct quote.
I wish you were here, I need a shoelace. It just doesn't seem like Christmas without Dickie Daniels racing around the tree. You want jelly with that peanut butter?
Love,
Brother Ben of Ben's Diner
The Macster McCall
December 26, 2006
Dear Capt. I just wanted you to know that you are still thought of and missed. Merry Christmas dear friend.
August 14, 2006
Mr. Driftwood,
"Hello, it's me...."
Happy birthday up there over the rainbow dear friend.
I know you hated Pink Floyd, but "Wish You Were Here."
You are missed so badly by so many.
Always,
Mrs. Claypool
Scott Severson
March 7, 2006
Well, Little Brother Eric (aka Val) it's only been a month since you left us and to Earl (aka Brother Marc)and I it seems like an eternity. How can Earl go on without his funnyman partner Val? It's impossible and I don't see any way that I can defend against a Graboid/Shreeker/A-blaster incursion without you.
Val (Eric), Earl and I are lost without you. We will do our best to see that Judy and the kids are okay. They will get all we have to give. We love you and miss you so much.
Vaya con Dios,
Burt Gummer (aka Brother Scott)
P.S. Next time we all get together I'm going to get a partner to get us some payback for Marc and Susan smoking me & you at Canasta.
February 17, 2006
Saying Eric was a good man is an understatement...he was a man with a grand heart...my memories of him leave a smile on my face... he was the kind of Capt. you could confide in..the kind of supervisor that made you enjoy your job... the one you trusted ...in the three years I worked along his side I don't know one person that didn't love being around him...and in corrections that's not an easy task.... morning briefings were the best...he always made us laugh...what a wonderful gift he had! he cared about his staff and family and in return we loved him...heaven is a better place with him there...and I truly hope one day we will meet again!...I'll always remember HSWAP good bye for now dear friend... I will always remember you!
Marc Severson
February 7, 2006
Curly is gone and there is no Shemp to take his place, and no one wants him to. No one can take Curly's place. We go on as just two Stooges and it's just not really very funny anymore. Porgie Tirebiter is off to see the wizard.
Sortoinly, what a wise guy!
All my love little bro,
Moe
Larry Trimmings
February 5, 2006
I am a personal friend of Scott and had met Eric on several occasions. He seemed to always be in a good mood, laughing and smiling as we all talked. I know he will be missed greatly. I wish his wife and children the best. I know that he will always be in their minds and their hearts. May God be with you all.
Katherine Poulsen
February 1, 2006
Some memories of Eric:
Getting in trouble for talking to each other in 7th grade English.
Mr DePascal throwing an eraser at him - 12th grade Am Prob.
Rides to/from school & A Mtn.
Marx Bros, front row, Loft. Watching him lipsync every line.
Introducing me to KISS and my "Are they a Japanese band?"
Bicentenniel. Forrest & you. Parties & shotguns.
Late nights - Firesign, music, old movies. Sometimes creating our own lines to the movies. A few years later - watching & taping weird videos on late night cable.
Your short stories.
The Wizard of Oz. Of course.
"George & Gracie"
Softball games. The importance of the Cubs.
Debating the merits of Punk vs Pink Floyd, Devo vs Metallica.
Sharing political views.
His humor. Always his humor, whether it was asides or emails.
It's been over a week, and the pain and loss we all feel hasn't subsided a bit. But Judy and the kids will hopefully take comfort in knowing you were loved in many ways during your life, and by many people. And you can take comfort in knowing that they will be too.
"Always have, always will"
"Toots"
Janelle Krafthefer
January 29, 2006
Eric,
I ran into you and your wife a few years back at a reunion party, but my friendship with you goes way back. You are someone that I will never forget. Back in the day, we spent a lot of time together and I will always remember you. No matter how bad my day had been, you could always make me laugh. Then of course, I always had my entertainment center (you and Forrest). You two were like twins, joined at the hip, or possibly Abbott and Costello, he'd quote a line, you'd quote a line, it was never-ending. Firesign theater, Marx Brothers, random crazy thoughts.... between the two of you I never stopped laughing.
I have so many memories, fixing you up with dates, even my cousin, believe it or not. Me just wanting you to be happy like Forrest and I were. I've read what your friends from work have written about you and it makes me realize that you never changed. You were a great guy when I met you at Amphi and you never changed. I intend to get to Wrigley field someday and I'll be looking for you. I'm sure you'll be the guy that steals Harry's big glasses, yells "Holy Cow" and wants to sing during the 7th inning stretch. GO CUBBIES!!!!
Liz Moreno
January 29, 2006
You were a wonderful Capt and a wonderful person. Thank you for your jokes and laughter. You will always be remembered rest in peace.
Linda Durrin
January 28, 2006
To the Severson Family,
My sincere condolences at your loss. Your husband/father/son was an outstanding individual; a credit and great role model for the staff at DOC. He always had time for and he truly cared about his staff. He will be sorely missed.
Sincerely,
COII Linda Durrin
Regina Martinez
January 28, 2006
I was so saddened to hear of your passing. Although I never had the pleasure of working with you directly it was always a joy to talk to you and see your upbeat attitude. Your leaving us touched so many of my peers and I can't imagine what our days will be without you in them. God Bless your wife and children as they struggle to live life without their protector, provider, father, and most of all, their friend. Always in my thoughts and prayers...Regina Martinez, ADW Rincon Unit - Tucson Complex
Janie Williams
January 28, 2006
Eric, no words can express the true meaning of loss we are feeling for you. You were a great co-worker, and better freind on and off the job. You are truly missed, goodbye my friend.
C.O. 11 Steve Leib
January 28, 2006
ERIC was such a kind and understanding man. He always had time to listen to you when you had a problem. Now may God give you and your family comfort and peace knowing he was a fine man. Rest in peace my friend.
Linda Hardesty
January 28, 2006
Captain Severson is the only reason I am still a CO II. I almost quit two years ago, he talked me out of it. Thank you Captain.
Laura Fuller
January 28, 2006
Captain Severson,
You were the best, and I am glad that I was lucky enough to have you as a boss and even luckier to call you my friend. If only there were enough words to describe how you touched my heart and everyone else's that crossed your path. You are truly one of a kind and with your wit and sense of humor, you could make the best out of the worst situations. Not very many people have that gift, but you sure did. I know you are up there now watching all of us with a beer in one hand, telling one of your funny stories and whipping out your darn rubberband flyswatter you carry in your pocket. Today is a very sad day for all of us because we have lost a great friend, mentor, boss, husband and father, but a good day for all those in heaven, for I am positive you are making everyone up there laugh as you did us down here. Don't worry, Judy and your four beautiful children will be taken care of.
Goodbye for now my friend,
hugs kisses,
Maggie Sammons
January 27, 2006
Eric
Those of us that served with you will always be honored that we were so blessed! You were there for us, no matter what and your sense of humor always helped get us through.
Thank You! You have a special place in our hearts!
COII Sammons
ASPC-T/Manzanita
Tracy Hubbartt
January 26, 2006
If more of us could show a small percentage of the qualities you displayed so effortlessly, our world would be a better place. Thank you for making our corner of the world so much brighter, I'll truly miss you, my friend.
-Trace
Max Aguilar
January 26, 2006
Your daily jokes and good nature made the day bearable, you will be missed.
C.O II Aguilar
ASPC- TUC, ECHO
January 26, 2006
Eric you were a great Captain and i truly enjoyed having the opportunity for knowing you. I will always remeber your sense of humor and how you treated the staff with repect and always had a joke. Sgt.S.McGuigan Oregon dept of Corrections.
Sandra McCall
January 26, 2006
Capt. Severson it was an honor to have worked for you. You brought laughter to our hearts and somehow made our day's better. I will truely miss you! S. McCall
John Fulton
January 26, 2006
Goodbye good friend you were always a good example of a father, husband and friend.I will always miss your humour and good nature thank you for being Godfather to my children..........John
Jennifer Gradillas
January 26, 2006
Thank you for making us smile.. We'll never forget your humor and wit. More importantly, no one will ever forget you. Thank you and goodbye for now.
Jen and Alex
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