Howard M. Erickson

Published June 14, 2013

Howard M. Erickson

Howard M. Erickson, 93, born May 18, 1920 in Sumner, died of natural causes June 8, 2013. A long time Kent resident and a proud Teamster tank-truck driver for 37 years he retired in 1985.

Preceded in death by his high school sweetheart and first wife of

42 years Elsie Wallace Erickson; and children Eileen Baumgardner, Lois Ann, Donald, Howie and Dale.

Survived by wife Anell; stepdaughters Kimberly Wigginton and Karla Hansen, son Gene (Naomi) Erickson, and “#5 other son” Roy Baumgardner and many grand, great-grand and great-great- grandchildren. Also missed by his loving pet companion “Kitty Red”.

A special thanks to the staff and residents of Kentridge Elderly Living for their loving care and friendship. Remembrances can be made to Kent American Legion, Post #15.

Interment Monday, June 24 at 1:30p.m. at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent.

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