Donald Ray Erickson, age 77, of Gladstone passed away at home on Wednesday, September 28, 2022.
Donald was born February 28, 1945 in Escanaba, the son of John Ellwood and Margaret (Goodman) Erickson Sr. He was raised in Gladstone and graduated from the Gladstone High School in 1963. He was united in marriage to Agnes Gagnea on August 9, 1969 at the First Lutheran Church in Gladstone. Donald was a longtime member of the First Lutheran Church and worked for the Mead Paper Company for many years, retiring in 2001. He enjoyed riding around town with his family, watching TV and listening to the police scanner.
Donald is survived by his daughters, Anne Marie (Duane) Boda of Ishpeming, Lori Jean (Ken Pillera Jr.) Sischo of Gladstone and Tina Lynn Erickson of Gladstone and two grandchildren, Dakota Sischo and Kaylee Boda.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Agnes, his son, Mark, his parents, his brother, John Ellwood Erickson Jr. and his sister, Margaret Anne (Phil) Gagnon.
The family will receive friends on Monday, October 3 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at the First Lutheran Church in Gladstone. Funeral services will be at 4:00 PM with Pastor Elisabeth Daniels officiating. A luncheon will follow in the fellowship hall. Donald will be laid to rest in the Fernwood Cemetery.
Robert Blalock and Family. - Escanaba , Mi
Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Marilyn Albrecht - Gladstone, Mi
Thoughts are with the family. Always was a friendly and happy guy. Enjoyed seeing him riding around in his vehicle. He will be missed.
Duane Boda - Ishpeming , Mi
Mr. Erickson was a shining example of a neighbor that everyone remembers and are better off for the honor of knowing him.
He was the brother and father that I looked for while growing up. He was always family oriented and remembered both work associates and his colleagues of his School and work years. Having a bit trouble writing this recalling the times and joyous path
that I was honored to have spent with him and his family. It was always gifted moments we had.
I never addressed by name because he worked hard to support his family and deserved the respect of his years along with his work
But…I have to say this: Dad – Anne – Kaylee and myself loved you beyond the depths of Lords heaven and I (we) miss you so much.
Amy Michenfelder - St. Michael, MN
I liked spending time with your dad and mom when we visited my grandparents (the Lambergs) next door in summers. We liked spending time with all of you.
I’m thinking of Aggie and Mark in heaven, and I’ll say a prayer for your dad on Monday. I wish I could come to the funeral and hug you. Love, Amy (Feehan) Michenfelder, Minneapolis, MN
Brian Blair - GLADSTONE, MI
Anne, Lori and Tina
So sorry for the loss of your father. I will fondly remember both your Mom and Dad. Many childhood visits and visiting Mark.
Your family has a special place in my heart.
Love,
Brian Blair and family.
Marilyn Albrecht - Gladstone , Mi
Prayers are with your family. Remember seeing him riding around Gladstone and always a friendly wave and smile from him. A very nice person.
Gary & Becky Lehman - ESCANABA, MI
A rather joyful big man who always put family first. I worked at the Paper Mill for many years and Don was one of the good guys out there!