Verna M. Erickson, 95

Verna M. Erickson, 95, Oakley, Calif., formerly of Red Oak, died suddenly with her family by her side Sunday, Feb. 10, 2013 in Emeryville, Calif.

Verna Mae Erickson, the daughter of Carl and Agnes (Sederburg) Carlsward, was born May 24, 1917, in Page County. Verna attended country school, high school and Tarkio College. She was an active member of the Mamrelund Lutheran Church, where she met her husband.

Verna married Ambrose L. Erickson May 29, 1938, in Stanton. Verna lived in Stanton and later, for many years, in Red Oak. Verna was as excellent business woman, managing three beauty salons in her 30-year career as a beautician. She also managed the family farm following the death of Ambrose July 8, 1972. Verna was an 18-year member of Red Oak B.P.W., 25 years with the National Hairdressers Association and a long time member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Red Oak. She loved her family, music and dancing.

Verna was preceded in death by her parents, husband and five sisters, Ruby Jean, Della, Rachel, Nina and Frances. Verna is survived by her two sons, Joe Erickson of Discovery Bay, Calif., and Eugene Erickson and wife Judy of Addison, Mich.; as well as nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

May God bless her memory and give strength to those who mourn. Funeral services were Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, at 1 p.m. at Sellergren-Lindell-DeMarce Funeral Home, Red Oak. Burial was in Mamre Cemetery, Stanton, with Rev. Dr. George Hooper officiating.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.sldfuneralhome.com. Sellergren-Lindell-DeMarce Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.