Hubert Adolph "Hugh" Erker, 81, of Salina, passed away  Friday, June 17th, 2011 at Hospice of Salina.

Mr. Erker was born in Ost, Kansas on September 20, 1929, the son of the late Julius Hubert and Agnes Mary (Ast) Erker.

He was a graduate of Gypsum High School.  On May 20, 1950  he married Velma Louise Reed in Solomon, Kansas, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.

Hubert worked as an Electrician for Mobil Oil in Guymon, Oklahoma.

He was also a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Salina.

Hubert really enjoyed life.  He lived his life to the fullest, everyday.  Some of he and his family's fondest memories and best times involved being around the water.  They lived in 2 lake houses, fished and played on 52 lakes in six states, and wore out 6 boats.  His family will cherish the memories created, during those times, always.

He is survived by his son; Stacey (Mary) Erker of Salina; daughters, Sharon K. Bryan of Mesa, Arizona, Janis Crow of Salina, and Michele (Michael) Livesay of Salina; as well as six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. 
 
Hubert is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Velma; grandson Jeffrey Bonner; and granddaughter, Charity Ann Elam.

Cremation has taken place.  A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 24, 2011 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Solomon, Kansas, with Fr. John Wolesky officiating.

Inurment will follow the Memorial Mass at Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Salina, 730 Holly Ln., Salina, Kansas 67401.