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Rodney Robert Erickson

rodney erickson

June 26, 1945 ~ March 19, 2022

Age 76 of Forest Lake. Passed peacefully on March 19th from complications of Dementia. Rodney was born in Saint Paul on June 26th, 1945 to Grace (Berggren) and Reynold Erickson. Rodney was a talented athlete and proud graduate of Forest Lake High School’s Class of 1963. Rodney and Ellen Anshus married in 1969 and raised three children in Forest Lake. Rodney’s 43 year career in machine sales with Wyard Industries and Alvey took him to beverage companies through out the United States and several countries. Rodney loved serving his church, Faith Lutheran in Forest Lake and driving around town and to car shows in his 1964 Pontiac Bonneville. He chose to live in Forest Lake but travelled around the world. Rodney is preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Roger. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Ellen, their daughter Kirstin (Tom) Mohr their children Zack and Chloe, daughter Amie (Joel) Abenth, their children Ella and Isak, and son Scott and his daughter Gracie. Rodney’s sister Sandra (John) Mathern, beloved nieces and nephews, cousins, classmates, and friends. A celebration of Rodney's life 11 AM Friday, March 25th with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM at Faith Lutheran Church, 886 North Shore , Forest Lake. Interment, Scandinavian Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Faith Lutheran Church.

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  5. Ellen and family , so sad to hear of Rodneys passing. A long time friend he was. Praying for peace and strength for you all. Jerry and Yvonne Newman

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  14. Mr. Erickson was one of my “Car Guys” when I worked at Birchwood and we’d do car shows for the Residents. Mr. Erickson didn’t miss one show and was always wonderful talking to the Residents and employees. He was a great guy and will be very missed. I am so very sorry for all of us for this loss.

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  16. Ellen, Kirstin, Amie, Scott and family, we are remembering Uncle Rodney today, thinking of all of you, and wishing you peace and comfort.

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  17. I remember Rodney and his parents very well and know of his friendliness and his love of the Lord through his serving through Faith Lutheran. God comfort Ellen and their family.

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  18. Great person and family man. Rodney gave a lot to his community and church. Always enjoyed Rodey’s company. He will be missed by many. Prayers for his family.

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  21. Rejoice, Do not be afraid, I am with you always. The Messiahs words to his faithful at the conclusion of Matthew in Sacred Scripture. Erickson, you run too long in one place, you need to explode. John Schumaker, beloved teacher and coach.Old neighbor, friend, classmate, team mate, Ranger, Forest Laker. A burger and a beer on the other side, Rodney. J. Yale

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  22. So sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Rodney as a ’63’ classmate and teammate. In more recent years, we also enjoyed visiting with Rodney at the Lutefisk Dinners he participated in at Faith Lutheran, and his visits to Cook, MN and Camp Vermilion. Duane and Sue Gustafson

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  24. So sorry to hear of Rodney’s passing. I’m John Spalding and worked at Alvey years ago when Rodney was there and I still live in the St. Louis area. While working at Alvey, my brother, who lived in Minneapolis passed away. so I and other family members drove to his funeral. When I arrived at the cemetery, Rodney was there to offer his sympathy and prayers. He read about his death in the paper. I still remember how kind that was for Rodney to take the time to do that. Rodney was a very kind man and I’m sure he will missed.

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  25. Rodney was a gentleman, loyal colleague and trusted friend. He will be missed by ALL. Our condolences to the entire family. Bill and Maureen Harton

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