Reuben A. Erickson, 96, of Park Ridge; beloved husband of the late Evelyn; loving father of Ellen (Christopher) Nelson and Bruce (Diane) Erickson; cherished grandfather of Regan (Lizzie) and Emily MacArthur and Keith (Alana), Luke and Charlotte Erickson; proud great-grandfather of Wyatt MacArthur; dear brother of John (Anita); fond uncle of John, James, William, James and Laura. Proud Army veteran of WWII. Memorial visitation Saturday, March 14 from 9 – 11 a.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 W. Talcott, Park Ridge with a memorial service beginning at 11 a.m. Luncheon to follow. Interment private. For more info 847.823.5122.