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Dwayne Erickson
Dwayne Andrew Erickson, age 74, of Kensal, ND, died Tuesday, August 9, 2011, at Sanford South University Hospital, Fargo. Dwayne was born on June 19, 1937, the son of Gust A. and Mabel E. (Michaelson) Erickson, on a farm north of Goodrich, ND. Dwayne graduated from Glenfield High School and later received a B.S. Degree in Secondary English and Social Studies Education from Valley City State. Dwayne began his teaching career in Wishek, ND. He also taught in Grace City. In 1968 he completed an M.S. Degree in Public School Administration from NDSU. He was a school administrator for the next twelve years in Page, ND and LaMoure, ND.
On August 11, 1958, Dwayne was united in marriage to Mary Christman at the ALC Lutheran Church Parsonage in Carrington. The couple lived in many different ND communities for the next 20 years while both of them were educators. Dwayne went back to his first love of farming in 1980 when the couple moved to Carrington, farming in the Glenfield/Kensal area.
Dwayne served many communities, Foster County, and the State of North Dakota throughout the years. At the time of his death, he was President of NDCCA (North Dakota County Commissioners Association), Second Vice President of NDACo (North Dakota Association of Counties), Chair of the Foster County Board of Commissioners, Chair of the Tri-county (Foster, Eddy, Wells) Social Service Board, and a member of the Central Dakota Five County Organization. He was also an active member of Prairie Faith Lutheran Church in Glenfield, ND.
Dwayne is survived by his wife Mary; three daughters: Andrea (Thomas) Johnson, Windermere, Fl.; Pamela (James) Carlson, Chuluota, Fl.; Gwynda (Lorrin) Schroeder, Kensal, ND; and six grandchildren: Candie, Mary, and Lorrin Schroeder, Elise Carlson, and Christian and Alec Johnson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Elton, and his son Paul.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be sent to Prairie Faith Building Fund or American Cancer Society.
FUNERAL SERVICE: Midkota School Gymnasium, Glenfield, ND DATE AND TIME: Thursday, August 18, 2011 at 2:00PM BURIAL: Glenfield Cemetery |
Posted Condolences:
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Name: Selma & Raleigh Moore
Date: 8/21/2011
Message: I knew Dwayne and you many years ago. You were my music teacher in Glen Ullin and Dwayne was my English teacher and baseball coach in Wishek. I remember you both well and am sorry to hear of his passing.
Our prayers are with you.
Raleigh and Janice Moore
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Name: David Schimetz
Date: 8-18-11
Message: My deepest condolences for you and your families loss Mary. I always really enjoyed visiting with Dwayne about old cars and life in general.He was a truly stand up guy and down to earth person. He truly dedicated his life helping others. His presence,knowledge and kindness touched many lives. Your family is in my prayers.
David Schimetz
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Name: Ted and Barb Kessel
Date: August 17, 2011
Message: Dearest Mary and family,
Wow, what a shock to read in the Forum about Dwayne! It just doesn't seem possible. Wish we were there to visit with you and give you hugs. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all. Dwayne was such a special friend and your parties were the greatest. LaMoure was certainly much better for his being a part of the community. Lots of love, Barbi and Ted
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Name: Sandie Nicolai Nystrom
Date: 8-16-11
Message: Deepest sympathy to you, Mary Ellen. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Name: Lori Paulson
Date: 8-16-2011
Message: Andrea & families - My sympathy to you. It is hard to say goodby to your dad. I remember back when we were about 4th or 5th graders and I was invited to stay at your home because I didn't have a storm home and our Supt. wouldn't let anyone go home that night because of the weather. Would be fun to see you sometime and hear about your family. Treasure the memories while you are all home and forever! Lori Kyser Paulson
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Name: Noel Mohberg
Date: August 12, 2011
Message: Mary and family: I send my condolences. Dwayne was such a fine, pleasant man, and such a fine, faithful friend for my brother. He helped Bob get through many a lonely holiday and past many many bumps in the road.
Noel Mohberg
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Name: Larry Odegaard
Date: 8/12/11
Message: Mary & Family:
So many fond memories flood my mind as I think of the times I was honored to be with Dwayne. Dwayne took a chance when he and the committee hired me as County Director for the Foster County ASCS. The stories he could tell, all in good humor of course. Dwayne could take the most serious of situations, cut it to the bone and still see life's humor in our efforts to be fair and honest. My heart aches with the loss of a man I consider a honorable comrade. I have informed Flo of your loss.
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Name: Cindy Schwehr
Date: August 11, 2011
Message: Mary and family, I am so sorry. You have my deeepst sympathy. I served with Dwayne on the ND County Comm.Board for many years now. I just loved his personality and the humor that he could put into any situation. We talked many times about many things. I have replayed many of our interactions many times since I heard of his passing this morning. You are all in my thoguhts and prayers.
Cindy Schwehr Barnes County Commissioner
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Name: Ann Johnsrud
Date: 08-09-2011
Message: Erickson family,
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Dwyane. I got to know Dwayne through the ND Association of Counties. We would see each other at the many educational opportunities and conferences through the years. I always enjoyed his sense of humor, his smile and his dedication to the county he represented. I will surely miss his presence.
Know that many prayers and thoughts are being lifted up for Dwayne and for all of you, his family.
Ann Johnsrud
McKenzie County Recorder
Watford City ND
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Name: Bonnie Ostenson
Date: 08/10/2011
Message: Mary & family, I was so surprised to read of Dwayne's passing. He had such a strong character. I saw you a few weeks ago in Jamestown at the Frontier Village - his passing must have been sudden. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.