Bruce Thomas Erickson

Loving husband, father, and friend, age 52 of Elmira Heights, NY passed away very unexpectedly at home with his beloved wife and friend, Carol, by his side.Bruce was born in Elmira, on February 26, 1957. Surviving him is his wife of 28 years, Carol Said Erickson; sons, Kyle and Fiancée Karen Rockwell; Scott Erickson (Alicia Espigh); daughter, Leann Erickson; father and mother, Donald and Dona Erickson; canine companion, "Hayley"; granddogs, "Duke", "Fozzie", and "Maggie"; brother, Mark K. (Donna) Erickson; sisters, Karen M. (Dale) Chapman; Sue E. (Troy) Traynham; nieces and nephews, Julie R. (Tom) Feenaughty; Anne M. (Tim) Harms; Heather M. Erickson; Theresa J. Erickson; Craig M. Cathers; Matthew T. Cathers; Jerris A. Cathers; Austin Traynham; Alyssa Traynham; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, including great aunt, Edith Martin. In addition, Bruce is dearly missed by his father and mother-in-law, Howard and Joyce Said; brothers and sisters-in-law, Markie and Kevin Roe; Sue Said; nieces and nephews, Courtney (Dan) Derusha; James Derusha; Tucker Roe; and Bryce Roe. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., on Monday, May 4th, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Funeral services celebrating Bruce's life will be held there on Tuesday, May 5th at 11 AM.Associate Pastor Mark Erway will officiate.Graveside services will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery. Bruce was proud to serve 29 years as a NYS Correction Officer in Elmira. He was very devoted to his fellow coworkers and friends. In the past, Bruce enjoyed playing Rugby with the "Grayhairs" Rugby League of Elmira, and was a proud Eagle Scout. Some of Bruce's most enjoyable times were spent coaching area youth in sports, such as the Edison High School Football and Track Teams, Elmira and Elmira Heights Small Fry Football Teams, the Elmira Free Academy JV Football Team, and area Little League Baseball teams. He also loved to volunteer for the YMCA Indian Guides, Trailblazers, and the EFA Booster Club. Most of all, Bruce will best be remembered for his unforgettable smile and sense of humor. He cherished his family, friends, and coworkers and was a friend to everyone. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to Hope Lodge, 11432 Mayfield Rd., Cleveland, Ohio, 44106-2364. A celebration of Bruce's life maybe viewed atvideos.lifetributes.com/66804 A Candle of Remembrance may be left for the family in Obituaries atwww.olthof.comLeave a Loving Legacy - Olthof Funeral Home, Inc.