Eric Peter Karlsen

Eric Peter Karlsen, 44, of Montgomery, died September 9, 2008. Beloved brother of Carol (Robert) Bailey, loving uncle of Tanner and Logan Bailey, dear step-son of Kent (Kathy) Lyons and Catherine Karlsen. Beloved son of the late Roger Karlsen, the late Judith Lyons and other loving family and friends. A Celebration  of Erics Life will be held Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 2715 S. Mulford Rd., Rockford. The family will receive friends in the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Humane Society, www.pawshs.org. Arrangements by Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Mulford Chapel, Rockford. For funeral info (815) 226-2273 or to express a condolence online please visit www.fitzgeraldfh.com.