Richard Erickson
June 13, 1931 ~ February 8, 2023
Richard Erickson died peacefully on February 8th, 2023.
Richard is survived by his 2 daughters, Krista (Laney) Erickson, and Karla (Jason) Hengtgen; 5 grandchildren, Melissa, Kelsey (Jeff) Lunda, Katelyn Yuronich, Richard Yuronich, and Mitchell Cochran; and 2 great grandchildren, Kendall and Tristan Cochran.
He was preceeded in death by his wife, Lois Erickson; parents, Oscar and Minnie Erickson; sister, Shirley (Jim) Hovatter; and son, Craig Richard Erickson.
Richard was born in Brainerd, MN on June 13th, 1931. He worked at a job he loved as an educator for over 30 years in the White Bear School District, with a passion for Special Education. He felt strongly that everyone deserved a chance to work and he fought hard to get his students jobs in the community. He started programs that are still implemented today. We are very proud of his commitment to his students.
More than anything Richard loved to spend time with his wife and family. They enjoyed many summer vacations together. Richard and Lois traveled often together, and loved spending their winters in Florida. Richard also enjoyed spending time playing cards and participating in a book club with friends.
Visitation 10-11:30 AM with a celebration of Richard's life at 11:30 AM Saturday, February 25th at Hosanna Lutheran Church, 9300 Scandia Trail N, Forest Lake.
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On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Richard’s military service to our country in the Navy and to veterans as a long time Legion member.
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There is no greater example of a Christianan man then Dick Erickson. He was a great example to his family and friends on how to live a happy and fulfilling life. He taught me how to be a good father and raise his grandchildren. He did so much for everyone around him.
Rob Yuronich
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I have so many fond memories of My Uncle Dick. Family get togethers, fishing trips and his help finishing my basement in my first home. He was always there to encourage me and lend a hand whenever needed. I will miss my favorite uncle dearly.
Krista & Karla so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing and your Mom.
If I would’ve seen this notice sooner I would’ve came to the church. Maybe you remember me, maybe you don’t. I babysat you both when you lived on Hoekstra in Forest Lake.
Hope you both are well. At the time we just had Chris. He is a Mpls fireman and lives in Apple Valley. We had two other children when we moved from Bob and Joann’s to Wyoming.
Would’ve loved to have seen you and your families.
Ron & Barb Husnik