Erickson, James Louis, 78, of Tampa, was born in Chicago, Illinois. Jim was preceded in death by his Father; Arthur, Mother, Norma and Brother Robert. Jim is survived by his wife Carole; Four children: Lee (Cindy), Arthur (Francie), Sue (DJ) and Robert (Kim). Nine grandchildren: Amanda (Aaron), Nichole, Linda, Jamie, Joseph, Rachel, James, Sophia and Isabella. Five great-grandchildren: Caleb, Jenson, Ari, Liam and Walter. Sister Janet, Sister-n-law, Carol and several cousins, nieces, nephews and friends that he loved dearly.
He was known for his sense of humor, quick wit, his infectious smile, his kind eyes and his loving heart. He was always there when you needed him and most of all he loved his Family and was proud to be an American.
A celebration of life service will be held at Blount & Curry Funeral Home; 3207 W Bearss Ave, Tampa, FL 33618 at 9:30am. The burial will follow soon after at Florida National Cemetery; 6502 SW 102nd Ave, Bushnell, FL 33513.
