Karen Erickson's obituary , Passed away on November 19, 2025 in Ely, Minnesota

Karen Erickson

October 1, 1958 - November 19, 2025 (67 years old)

Ely, Minnesota

Karen Erickson's obituary , Passed away on November 19, 2025 in Ely, Minnesota

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Kerntz Funeral Home

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Karen Erickson

October 1, 1958 - November 19, 2025 (67 years old)

Ely, Minnesota

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Karen Erickson Obituary

The passing of Karen Erickson (Ely, Minnesota) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on November 19, 2025 at the age of 67. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Karen departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Karen may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Karen leaves behind.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edmund Kane and Arlene Kane. She is survived by: her husband Charles Erickson; her children, Charles Erickson (Jenna), Kelly Bennett and Brian Melde (Gay); and her brother Mark Kane (Roxanne). She is also survived by five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

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November 21, 2025

Don Anselment/Sara Preston planted 10 trees

“In memory of Karen Erickson”


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November 21, 2025

Don Anselment wrote a sympathy message

“So sorry for your loss.I’ve known Karen since we were kids when she lived behind us in Silver Bay.Know that we are thinking of you and we will forever remember Karen as we keep her in our hearts.She will be missed but fondly remembered. Don Anselment/Sara Preston”


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