Joseph Elmer Erickson

Joseph Elmer Erickson passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Mount View Care Center. 

Joseph was born on April 15th, 1936, to the late Elmer M Erickson and Elizabeth Mary (Nelson) in Tomahawk, Wisconsin. 

He married Sylvia N Stevens on December 18th, 1958, in Tomahawk. They began their married life in Norfolk, VA, as Joe was serving in the US Navy. The Navy life led them to various cities in California. Joe served in the Vietnam War and upon retirement from the US Navy in 1975, they returned to their hometown in Tomahawk before eventually moving to the Wausau area. Joe was also employed at Badger International as a Diesel Mechanic and later at Kolbe and Kolbe before retiring in 1998.

Joseph enjoyed many things like Woodworking and all his projects, Stock Car Racing, The Green Bay Packers, and spending time with his family and pets. 

He is survived by his Sons Nick (Kelly) Erickson Sr., and Joseph J. Erickson; Daughter Cindy (Randy Furger) Steinke; Grandchildren Nick Erickson Jr (fiancé Nichole Sullivan), Sara Erickson, Jen (Matt) Folz, Samantha (Rick) Dedeyne, and Gary Steinke; Great-Grandchildren Brynn Krueger, and Emma Folz; Sister Vanessa (Teddy) Ruble; and many Nieces and Nephews.

Joseph was preceded in death by his Wife of 65 years, Sylvia; his Parents Elmer and Elizabeth; Brother Donald (Lorraine) Erickson; Sisters Patricia (Neil) Jirschele and baby Phyllis Erickson.

A Service of Military Honors will be held at Stettin Cemetery.