Robert Joseph Erickson, age 89, retired plumbing contractor. Loving husband of the late Charlotte, nee Sleeth; father of Judy, Betty, Robert Jr. and twins, Richard and Kay; beloved grandfather of 12; great-grandfather of nine; also survived by his sister, Frances Carlson. Longtime member of Beverly Ridge Lions Club, Tinley Park Masonic Lodge and Frankfort Car Club. Visitation Sunday, July 30, 3 to 6 p.m. with a brief service at 5 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave., Orland Park (Harlem & 155th/Wheeler Dr.). Interment Monday, July 31 at 10:30 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery, 119th & Kedzie, Chicago, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Lions Club International Foundation or another charity of your choice. Express your thoughts and condolences at www.colonialchapel.com. 708-532-5400
