Death date: Apr 12, 2006
Leon Edward Erickson died April 12, 2006, in Tacoma, WA. He was born Oct. 4, 1920, in Bronnoysund, Norway, and, at the age of 4, immigrated to the U.S. with his parents and brothers.Leon was a lifetime member of First Assembly of Read Obituary
Alf, Karen, and Jan and all others,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. We will all miss him. He is singing in heaven with Marian and our LORD.
We are praying for you.
Gail and Jean##imported-begin##Jean and Gail Crittenden##imported-end##
Dear Leon,
How difficult it is to say goodbye. You have made a lasting impression in my life, and you have always had a special place in my heart. You leave behind a shining legacy of the many things you held dear: God, your wife Marian, your children, grandchildren and extended family. I cherish time spent with you and Marian and the entire "Erickson family". Your devotion to your family, and your strength and integrity have left us all a shining example to strive to follow. I recall some wonderful stories of your travels with Al and Evie, your international travels and your never-ending joy in seeing new faces and places in the world. I think we all chuckle as we recall how you (Leon) enjoyed a good meal - it was always easy to have you/Marian as guests at our table! I will always smile when I recall your wonderful sense of humor and wit. You were one of a kind, and I love you. Kathy##imported-begin##Kathy Strilaeff##imported-end##
It is with sad hearts that we say good bye to Leon. We know that he is with his Lord and loving wife Marian. We will always remember Leon and Marian (my sister) for the good times we had on vacations traveling in our trailer and also at our many family get together.##imported-begin##Al and Evelyn Sharman##imported-end##
I started working at sears sept.1949 and retired dec. 1989. my husband also worked there in the late 40's and early 50's, so we both had known Leon for a good many years. he was one of the kindest people we've ever known. our deepest sympathy.##imported-begin##austin and beverly mooers##imported-end##
I am sorry for your loss and thinking of you. I know that Leon’s love for you lives on and his memory will be in our hearts.##imported-begin##Mark Hosley##imported-end##
Al & family: I was deeply sorry to hear about your dad. It sure sounds like he was an amazing person, husband and father. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this time.##imported-begin##Anne Maloney##imported-end##
See you Tuesday. Uncle Leon was mentioned at chuch on Easter Sunday the 1st And 3rd Service. We will all miss his stories but I know that he is with Auntie Marion.
Love Rene##imported-begin##Rene Sharman##imported-end##
I'm so very sorry to hear of Uncle Leon's passing. I will always remember my trips out to Washington state and our visits with Uncle Leon and Aunt Marion. My thoughts are with you.##imported-begin##Vickie L. Turcotte##imported-end##
Grandpa Erickson,
Over the past few days I have been thinking about all the memories I have with you and Grandma. I'll never forget the stories that you told ("You wouldn't believe...") they were always so detailed, and you loved sharing them with everyone. Many of my memories resided around the kitchen table: I remember eating meals with you and you would read a bible verse, at the time that didn't have as much meaning to me, but looking back, I know how important that was. You showed/taught me to eat those good crackers with butter on them, you once told me not to stack my dishes on top of one another because it made more work for grandma. I remember playing down in your basement with my cousins during family gatherings. Your generosity, faith, love, humor and devotion to our family and God will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for everything that you have taught me throughout my life so far. Although I miss you, I know that you are in a better place with Grandma, Granny, Papa, and Nana.
Love You,
Stephanie##imported-begin##Stephanie Erickson##imported-end##
I consider myself a very fortunate woman to have had the wonderful opportunity to be welcomed into the family of Leon & Marion Erickson as their daughter in law. They openly accepted me and my children and never once made us feel less than one of their very own. Leon and I had a very special relationship that spanned many years. He loved to tell the story of the silly girl who stood out in the rain across the street with a newspaper on her head just to get a glimpse of the "prince". We would delight in making each other giggle, he with his quirky sayings and I with my feisty comebacks.Yes, he could be stubborn and demanding but oh so loving. I will never forget his devotion to Marion as her health declined and will forever remember him reading her obituary every night before he went to sleep. We should all be fortunate to be loved that deeply. Although I will miss him beyond words, I delight in the fact he and his love are back together again. Heres a big kiss to you dad,watch over me, you know I need all the help I can get, and give my Mom a big hug when you see her..I love you, The Princess of Camano Island##imported-begin##Connie##imported-end##
