The funeral Mass was held Dec. 11 at Blessed Sacrament Church. Burial, with military honors, was in Camp Butler National Cemetery.

Deacon Erdmann is assigned to Blessed Sacrament Parish in Springfield.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Home, 3306 South 6th St. Road, Springfield, IL 62703.

Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.