Methodism and May Day: Intertwined in History
May Day, May 1, is internationally recognized as a day to lift up voices in the struggle for labor rights. Born with John Wesley’s care for coal miners and oppressed workers, Unite…
Rev. Erika Hundrieser, retired clergy member of the Northern Illinois Conference passed away on Monday, August 21, 2017. During her ministry with the Northern Illinois Conference, she served Lindenhurst: Trinity, Hazel Crest: Community, Chicago: Albany Park, Millington, and Joliet: Trinity. She was 88 years old.
No funeral or a memorial service will be held. They had a “funeral” during the last few days when Erika was able to hear family and friends talking to her. Rev. Karen Hundrieser said it was very beautiful.
Messages of condolence may be sent to her daughter:
Rev. Karen Hundrieser
Karen.hundrieser@gmail.com
4925 E Mercer
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Memorials may be made on Erica’s behalf to the Windy City Gay Chorus:
Windy City Performing Arts, Inc.
3656 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60613
May Day, May 1, is internationally recognized as a day to lift up voices in the struggle for labor rights. Born with John Wesley’s care for coal miners and oppressed workers, Unite…
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