Erickson, Hans 1848-1936

ERICKSON, OLSEN

Posted By: Linda Ziemann, volunteer (email)
Date: 6/2/2012 at 18:55:27

LeMars Globe-Post
January 20, 1936

HANS ERICKSON DIES SUDDENLY
One of Grant Township’s Earlier Settlers

Hans Erickson, a resident of this city for over 20 years, passed away at his
home, 800 Central Ave., SE, early Saturday evening. Death was due to
apoplexy. Mr. Erickson was 87 years, 9 months, and 22 days of age at the
time of his passing.

Hans Erickson was born March 27, 1848, at Snoros, West Jutland, Sweden. He
has been a citizen of the U. S. for 64 years, and resided in LeMars for 21
years. He was the son of Eric and Kajsa Erickson, both natives of Sweden.
On February 20, 1877, he was united in marriage with Ellen Olsen. Mr. and
Mrs. Erickson were among the earlier settlers of Grant Township.

Deceased is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Alma Fredell, Boulder, Colo.,
Mrs. Josephine Boysen, Anna and Ida Erickson, of LeMars. One son, Arthur,
died in 1914.

Funeral services will be conducted from Luken’s Funeral Home at two o’clock
on Wednesday afternoon. Interment will be made in the City Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are in charge of Luken’s funeral directors.

Mr. Erickson was a successful farmer for many years in Grant township. He
was a real friend and a true neighbor and was highly esteemed by all who
knew him.