WILLIAMSON, Earl James "Yicker" ~ surrounded by his loving family, at the Greater Niagara General Hospital, on Thursday, December 26, 2013 at the age of 84. Beloved husband of the late Rosalie Williamson (2001). Loving father of Christine (Gerry) Haymes, Jim "Wimp" Williamson, Patty Berard (Mike), Cathy (Jim) Walling, Joe (Gail) Williamson, Anna Marie (Terry) Dominic and Patrick Williamson. Predeceased by son Jerry Williamson (1961). Grandpa and great grandpa will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his 14 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Dear brother of Ann. Predeceased by brothers Bill survived by his wife Joan, James and John. Yicker worked for the Ontario Paper Co. for over 40 years retiring in 1987. Yicker was the inspiration for over 30 years to many young athletes who played within the Thorold Athletic Association.