COLONEL JOHN Q. ERICKSON, RET. Age 89, passed away on January 27, 2013. He was born on June 20, 1923 in Minneapolis, MN. He received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota and was a retired Colonel in the U.S. Air Force. He was an avid traveler and enjoyed taking his wife many places. In addition, he loved the game of golf and enjoyed playing many rounds wherever he could. John was a member of the Retired Officers Association along with many other organizations. John is survived by his wife of 53 years, Lorna; a sister, LaVaughn Brewster of New Mexico; two sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law from England and many nieces and nephews both in England and in the USA that he loved dearly. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, 2/7/13, 10:00a.m., at Acheson & Graham Mortuary, 7944 Magnolia Ave. in Riverside. A committal service with military honors to follow at Riverside National Cemetery. Services entrusted to Acheson & Graham (951) 688-1221 www.achesonandgraham.com