Kim E. Erickson

Kim Edward Erickson, 71, of North Oaks, originally of Ely, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 3, 2026, at St. Therese Hospice at St. Odilia’s after a long and courageous journey with Parkinson’s disease. The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Martha Nance and the staff of Struthers Parkinson’s Center for sixteen years of extraordinary, steadfast care and support. A celebration of life will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11 at North Oaks Golf Club with a luncheon to follow. A private interment with military honors will be held at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery prior to services. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Struthers Parkinson’s Center in Golden Valley or Ducks Unlimited St. Croix Chapter.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Lizabeth “Libbe” Erickson of North Oaks; son, Christopher Erickson (Christine) and their children, Harper, Madeline and Marin of Whitefish Bay, Wis.; daughter, Jessica Cattoor (Benjamin) and their children, Ellie, Evalynn and Mabel of North Oaks; mother, Jean Erickson of Ely; sister, Dawn Minch (Cris) of California; and brother, Lance Erickson (Tammi) of Florida.