DOUSMAN - Erich A. Joers, 96, of Dousman, entered eternal life Thursday, Dec. 6, 2001.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 43 years, Rosita (nee Hendriksen); his son-in-law, Ron Bingham; his granddaughter, Lisa Caughey; six brothers, five sisters and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

He is the loving father of Tom (Marti), John (Carol) and Jane (Doug) Owsiany. He is further survived by 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends.

Erich was a Mason at Lodge No. 267 F&AM.

Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, at Krause Funeral Home, 9000 W. Capitol Drive, Milwaukee. Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m. Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11, Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield.

Memorials are appreciated to the Masonic Healthcare Center, 36225 Sunset Drive, Dousman, WI 53118, or The American Cancer Society.