Gordon Ansel Erickson
March 09, 1930 - April 26, 2021
Obituary
MADISON - Gordon A. "Gordy" Erickson, age 91, of Madison, passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021, at his home. He was born on March 9, 1930, at his grandparent’s farm in York Township, Green County, Wis., the son of Gerhard and Clara (Knudtson) Erickson.
Gordy graduated from Madison East High School in 1948 and served in the U. S. Air Force. He married Joanne "Jo" Schneider in 1954. Gordy worked as a detective for the City of Madison, retiring after 32 years of service. He was a lifetime member of Trinity Lutheran Church and was a proud member of the Sons of Norway and the VFW Post No. 1318.
Gordy was an amazing husband, dad, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He loved to golf especially with his family and loved the special times he and his sons and grandsons spent golfing on Father's Day.
Gordy is survived by his wife, Jo; three sons, Mark (Tricia) Erickson, Paul (Karen) Erickson and Steve Erickson; two sisters, Sharon (Leon) Oleston and Charmane (Ed) Silvera; grandchildren, Jami (Brent), Jill (Keith), Alex, TJ, Stacy and Ashley; and great-grandchildren, Shane, Mckenzie, Benson, Sam, Wyatt, Baylie, and Violet. He was preceded in death by parents, Gerhard and Clara Erickson; brother, Francis "Dean" Erickson; sister, Lenore Erickson; and grandson, Travis Stephen Erickson.
A public visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 1, 2021. Due to COVID-19 guidelines,
only 50 people are allowed into the funeral home at one time. Social distancing and face masks will be required. A private funeral service will follow with the Rev. Andy Twiton presiding. A private burial will take place at Sunset Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted in Gordy’s name to Trinity Lutheran Church or St. Jude's Children Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Memories
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Michele Crose
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Mark Paul and Steve you should feel blessed to have had this man as your dad. Jo you had a great partner and husband. I know you all have great memories of Gordy to help you thru these trying times
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Kia Conrad
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What a treasure. Hugs to you, Jo. Kia
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Steve Erickson
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To the Erickson Family, You have my sympathy. I had the honor and privilege to work with Gordy and Jo for years as their financial planner. They modeled to me their faith, love of family and love of each other. A classy couple. I was impressed with there commitment to taking grandchildren on trips. They introduced me to Mark and Steve who are also two of my favorite people. God's Peace, Steve Erickson John 14:2
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Shelly Reynolds
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My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Erickson family. I have nothing but fond memories of Gordy. Peace to you all. Shelly Reynolds (Campbell)
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Nick & Pepper Hanuschewicz
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Nick really liked him. He was a super person. We wish your family love & Peace. He was very special. God Bless and Rest In Peace .Love Nick & Pepper Hanuschewicz
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Vicki Olson
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I’ll always remember you Gordy and how you helped me when I join the usher team at Trinity. Always had a smile for anyone who walked in the doors. I will miss your friendship and you’re joking around, and I love how you and Jo showed your love and respect for everyone. Trinity will not be the same for many of us.