Alfred L. Erickson

        Alfred Leander “Al”  Erickson, 91, of Stephens City, VA died Friday, July 17, 2015 in Warren Memorial Hospital in Front Royal, VA.

        Mr. Erickson was born in 1923 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of the late Oscar and Anna Erickson. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during World War II, and attaining the rank of T-5. He was employed as a repairman with AT&T in New York. Al was a devoted family man and his memory will always be treasured for his tremendous heart, one of kind spirit and his twinkling blue eyes. He will also be forever remembered for his deep love of coffee.

        His wife, Alyce (Gelb) Erickson, whom he married on April 5, 1946, preceded him in death on May 4, 1993.

        Surviving are two daughters, Shirlee (John) Tilelli of Stephens City, Virginia and Judy (Tim) Coffey of Southport, North Carolina; four grandchildren, Carol, Robert, Jonathan and Brandon; two great grandchildren as well as several nieces nephews and many close friends.

        He was preceded in death by two brothers, John Erickson and Bob Erickson.

        The family will receive friends on Friday from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, one hour before the service, at Bethel Lutheran Church.

        A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday at Bethel Lutheran Church with Pastor David Young officiating. Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park at a later date.

        Arrangements are being handled by Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel.

        Memorial contributions may be made to Lynn Care Center, Shenandoah Gardens, 1000 N. Shenandoah Ave., Front Royal, Virginia 22630.

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