Thomas S. Erickson of Billerica died suddenly on Nov 27, 2016. Devoted father of Drew O'Donoghue, Jennifer Erickson Pressey, David and Peter Erickson. He leaves several close friends and many acquaintances from his decades in the swimming pool industry as a builder, technician, and consultant. As a member of the board of directors of the National Spa and Pool Institute he loved to travel, but particularly loved his trips to the Bahamas outer islands and to Ireland. Unknown to all but his closest friends and family was his great love of animals but particularly dogs. He leaves his dearest Buca, the Pit Bull he lived with and loved. A funeral service will be held in the Brown & Hickey Funeral Home 36 Trapelo Road Belmont on Saturday Dec 3rd at 3:00 PM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment private