Ericksen, Einar V., Retired Master Sergeant with the Illinois State Police for 32 Years. Loving husband of Rita; nee Salo. Devoted father of Amy (Dale) Kerner and the late Peter. Cherished grandfather of Edward and Ashley. Visitation Wednesday 4-9 p.m. Funeral, Thursday 9:00 a.m. prayers at the Elms Funeral Home, 7600 W. Grand Ave. (North at 76th Ave.), Elmwood Park; to St. Giles Church , Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. Einar and Rita loved to travel to Europe. Einar was a dedicated volunteer for the Oak Park Conservatory, the Economy Shop, and usher at O.P.R.F symphony, Music of the Baroque and Handel week. 708/453-1234 or www.elmsfh.com