Stanley Erickson Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Stanley Erickson

May 22, 1923 - October 16, 2017

Obituary For Stanley Erickson

Stanley Wallace Erickson, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, passed away Monday, October 16, 2017, at the Grande Prairie Care Centre, at the age of 94 years.

Stan, a previous longtime resident of the Tangent area, was born May 22, 1923 to Chris and Mable Erickson. He was raised in the Travers area northeast of Lethbridge. Upon completion of one year university, he enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force where he spent 4 years as a Radio Mechanic. Upon his discharge, he took up farming in the Rocky Mountain House area where he met his future wife, Marlene Stewart. In 1950, he took out a homestead on the Lassiter Project north of Tangent where he spent the next 43 years. He was very active in community affairs, playing ball, curling, camping and spending time with his family. He and Marlene spent several years in Southern and Central Alberta, finally settling in Grande Prairie in 2010, where they resided until his passing.

Stan is survived, by his loving wife Marlene of 66 years, daughter Rita of Grande Prairie; son Edwin (Pauline) of Drayton Valley, daughter Lorraine (Jim) Cove of Penticton, BC; sister Millie Byquest of Winnipeg, MB; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and a large extended family.

He was predeceased by his parents, 3 sisters, 2 brothers, and his son in-law Ed Beck.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 1:00pm at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie, AB. (10005 107 Ave.). Legion Tribute.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to STARS (10911 123 St., Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 7Z3), would be greatly appreciated by the family.

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the Staff of the Grande Prairie Care Centre, Dunvegan Wing, for the care and compassion shown to Stan during his residency.

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June 24, 2021

Sandul Noreen

So very sorry for the loss of your Father Rita. Mom and I passed by his room many times on our walks! Take care.
June 24, 2021

Pelletier Alfred & Claudette

We are very saddened to hear of Stanley's passing. We remember him at various meetings, ball games, social gatherings, etc. He was very active and interesting to listen to. Marlene we think of you as you work through another phase in your life. Our condolences to you and your family.
June 24, 2021

Lunn Bob & Carmen

Our thoughts are with you, at this difficult time. We so appreciate Stan's help and friendship when we started farming. Ol darn it to he'll, Will be missed.
June 24, 2021

Flintoff Bonnie

Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your father. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Bonnie & George Flintoff
June 24, 2021

Plummer Sandy & Dave

We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Stan's passing. He was such a special man to so many people. He will be really missed.
June 24, 2021

Thornton Marilyn

Uncle Stan was the neatest man ever. He was kind and loving and full of fun. We will never have another one like him. I will forever miss his hugs and songs he would sing for us. Please know we are thinking of you all at this difficult time. Love always, Marilyn, Wayne, Sheena, Chris, Arianna and Brad Thornton
June 24, 2021

Foster Marilyn

Thinking of you Marlene and also your family. Hoping you can find comfort in the love of others around you. Treasure all your memories of your loved one. Hugs!

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