Obituaries

Otto Keith Erickson, age 88, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, passed away on October 27, 2023, at home. He was born in Sault Ste. Marie on November 27, 1934, to parents Otto William and Flora Bell (Mitchell) Erickson.

Keith grew up on the west side of Sault Ste. Marie graduated with the class of 1953 from Sault High School. He enlisted with the United States Coast Guard following graduation. He married his high school sweetheart, Joanne (Nash) shortly before his discharge. The couple started their family and Keith went to work for Northern Electric and then later Soo Coin before starting his own business, Erickson Appliance & Furniture Center For the next fifty-two years, Keith operated the business with the help of Joanne and his sons before passing the torch to his son, Thomas, to continue the family business.

Keith was an active member of the Brimley Baptist Church and served as a past Deacon. He was dedicated to his faith and Joanne and he often spent time in their church.

Keith was an incredibly hardworking man and paved a legacy for himself. He will lovingly be remembered for his sense of humor and ability to always have a good time He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend, and will be greatly missed.

Keith is survived by his sons, David (Jeri Lee) Erickson, Donald (Kelly) Erickson, and Thomas (Becky) Erickson; nine grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Pat Beer, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Keith is preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Flora; wife, Joanne; brother, Charles (Jean) Erickson; sister, Lois (Jack) Hoath; sister-in-law, Dorothy (John) Smith, and grandson, Keith “Cody” Erickson.

Per his wishes, the family will hold a private celebration of life.