Wayne Erickson

Wayne B. Erickson, 89, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020

Wayne was born May 1, 1930 in Madrid, Iowa. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He was very mechanically inclined. Wayne was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. Wayne was always there to help at his church with heating and cooling issues. Wayne farmed his whole life in Madrid, Kelly, and Slater, Iowa areas.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Irene Erickson; children, John and Mima Erickson; step-son, Kerry (Beth) Hainline; grandchildren, Sarah and Samuel Hainline; brother, Stanley Erickson; and many nieces and nephews.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Forrest and Marjorie Erickson and his brother, Lloyd Erickson.

There will be a celebration of life at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 600 6th Avenue, Des Moines on Saturday, February 8, 2020. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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Shannon B

02/12/2020

I met Mr. Erickson when I worked at Community Choice Credit Union. He was always coming in with a smile on his face and kind words for me. Please accept my condolences for your loss.

Sue Carlson

02/08/2020

So sorry to hear of Waynes passing . He was a good man...one of the best things that can be said of someone. Always friendly and helpful. The world is a sorrier place without him.

Cindy Welsh

02/07/2020

Wayne was the most generous man I've ever known. He was generous with his time, his money and his knowledge. He spent countless hours helping my husband fix one of the endless items in need of attention at the church, oftentimes purchasing the necessary tool or part to accomplish the task. Wayne was always determined to resolve any problem they ran into, going home, still thinking about it, and returning the next day with a solution.
Wayne was always thinking of others. We will miss him dearly.