Bernice B. Erickson, 88, of Ettrick, formerly of Arcadia, passed away peacefully by her family on March 6, 2010 in Mulder Health Care Facility in West Salem.

 

 

Bernice Bernadine (Kiehl) Erickson 88, of Ettrick WI passed away Saturday March 6^th, 2010 at Mulder Health Care center in West Salem, WI.

 

Bernice was born on September 28^th, 1921 in Arcadia WI to Stanley and Martha (Schock) Kiehl. On December 18^th 1944, she married Martin Erickson in Milwaukee WI.

 

Bernice and her mother owned a café in Ettrick WI for 24 years. After she sold the café she managed the food stand at the Gale-Packing plant for several years. Bernice loved to bake, play bingo, travel, and spend time with her family. Her grandchildren were the pride and joy of her life. She liked to keep her house and lawn immaculate, having mowed her own yard until the age of 83. When all the work was done it was time to go for a ride. She will be remembered for all the delicious treats she shared with her family and friends.

 

For the past year Mom fought the most courageous battle of her life against cancer. She never gave up hope.

 

She was a member of the Ettrick American Legion Auxiliary #354. Past member of St. Bridget’s Altar Society, and the Businessmen’s Club in Ettrick.

 

She is survived by her daughter Marilyn (Gary) Bishop, Two Grandsons. Michael, his children Ashley (Fiancé Ryan Miller), and Lindsay. Mark, his children Dylan and Destiny, and a great-grandson Hunter Miller.

 

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Martin Erickson, and a granddaughter.

 

According to Bernice’s wishes her body will be cremated. There will be private family burial at St. Bridget’s Cemetery. A gathering to honor Bernice’s life will be on Thursday, March 11, 2009 at 11:30 am in the social hall of St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Ettrick, WI. A lunch will be served.