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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