With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Shirley Erickson of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, born in Palatine, Illinois, who passed away on January 25, 2024 at the age of 82. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Erickson to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Wilbert Kruckenberg and Florence Kruckenberg (Bergh); her husband Durwood Erickson of Matthew's Lutheran Church; her son Durwood Owen William "Dukie" Erickson; her grandson Nathan Lerol; and her brothers, David Kruckenberg (Judy) and William Kruckenberg.

She is survived by : her children, Debra Fields and Michael Erickson (Vicky); her grandchildren, Kevin Lerol, Shawn Lerol (Kyri), Angie LaGreca (Arron), Melissa Vaughn (Daniel), Aaron Erickson (Angie), Zack Erickson and Brandon Erickson; her great grandchildren, Landen, Riley, Owen, Avery, Mason, Brooklyn of Carson, AJ, Alex, Asher, Olivia, Xyla, Leonidas and Kenly; and her siblings, Mark Kruckenberg (Teresa), Linda Kavich (Steve) and Michelle Scannell. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 31st 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Johnson Funeral Service (420 Labree Ave, Thief River Falls, MN 56701). A memorial service was held on Wednesday, January 31st 2024 at 4:00 PM at the same location. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 29th 2024 from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the Legacy Event Center (16458 160th Ave NE, Thief River Falls, MN 56701).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Johnson Funeral Services Inc