Robert W. Erickson, 75, of Cumberland, passed away at his home on Jan 20, 2025.

Bob was well loved by all that knew him, and he returned the favor with everything he had. He could be considered a jack of all trades, but a master of none. After a stint in the Air Force during the Vietnam War where he was an aircraft mechanic, he held many jobs. From being a farm hand, a bartender, a cook, newspaper publisher to his final career of driving truck, he enjoyed life to the fullest.

When not diving into his work, he enjoyed spending time with his kids and being the best Papa a bunch of grandkids could ever ask for. He was a great cook, even though he spent much of the final years of his life living alone. He was always ready to lend a hand in the kitchen, and whenever he cooked it would as if he was cooking for an army.

Bob was never one to be late for anything. In fact, he was usually early. If you said the event started at noon, he would be there by at least 11, if not sooner.

Bob will be dearly missed by his children, LeeAnne (Jim) Callham, Todd (Mary) O’Flanagan, Rob (Julie) Erickson, Brittnie Erickson, and Andrea (Adam) Von Bargen; grandchildren, Allie, Tyler, Jacob, Bryanna, Tyler, Macie, Cadence, Ayden, Dakota, Grace, Owen, Harper, and Layla; great-grandchildren, Finn and Bella; and his siblings, Ron (Sharon) Erickson, Connie Talmadge, and Russ (Terri) Erickson.

Welcoming him into new life are his parents, Carl and Delores Erickson; brothers, Rod and Ray Erickson; and sisters, Carla Denzine, and Colleen Rud.

A visitation will be held from 4 - 7 PM on Friday, January 24, 2025 at Skinner Funeral Home, Cumberland, and one hour prior the service at church on Saturday.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 AM this Saturday, January 25, 2025 at The First Lutheran Church of Arland.

Interment and military honors will be held at Northern WI Veterans Cemetery later this Spring.

Last Update: Jan 21, 2025 1:07 pm CST