John Erickson

John G. Erickson, age 61, of Grantsburg, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2017 at the Burnett Medical Continuing Care Center in Grantsburg. John was born on April 26, 1955, in Grantsburg, to parents, Charlotte (Nelson) and Albert Erickson. He attended Grantsburg public schools. On November 12, 1973 John enlisted in the United States Army and on November 4, 1975 he was honorably discharged. John was proudly employed for 40 years at Durex, now known as Weir Minerals, as a Machine Operator. On February 1982, John married Sandra Russell in Grantsburg. John was a longtime member of the Grantsburg American Legion. He enjoyed spending most of his free time outdoors. He could often be found mowing his lawn to perfection, driving tractor on the farm or working on his ’82 Chevy Camaro. He also liked taking trips to the casino and sneaking his grandchildren “sweets” when they came to visit. Preceding John in death are his parents. John is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Sandra; children: Shelly (Dave) Hatch, Shonda Russell, Stephanie Harmon, John (Amber) Erickson and Sierra Erickson; grandchildren: Caitlynn, Matthew, Mitchell, Ronald, Joseph, Coby, Hurun, Mckenzie, Kamrin, Autumn, Carter, Baby girl on the way, John, Aden, Josie, Ausha, Kaylee and Ryker; siblings: Ken (Sue) Erickson, Rita Chute, Marilyn (Rick) Rognrud, Ralph Erickson (Annette) and Jerry (Dana) Erickson; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. The visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 from 5-8:00pm at the Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Grantsburg. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 10:00am (visitation from 9-10:00am) at the Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Grantsburg with Pastor Steve Ward officiating. Interment will be held immediately following the service at the Riverside Cemetery with full military honors being rendered at the graveside. Pallbearers are Dave Hatch, John Erickson, Larry Johnson, Jason Johnson, Jeremiah Johnson and Doug Gustafson. Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Grantsburg. Online condolences may be expressed to www.swedberg-taylor.com