Jesus called Betsey home February 23, 2018, at the age of 85. In her final days, Betsey was surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Betsey was born December 18, 1932, in Hesper, Iowa, to Philip and Beth McMillen. She graduated from Mabel High School in 1950, married Truman Erickson September 29, 1951, and raised three children.
Betsey enjoyed spending time with her family, playing cards with her friends, painting, crafts, sewing, dancing, fishing, cooking and baking.
Betsey is survived by her children: Kerry (Lori) Erickson of Mabel, Minn., Colleen (Dennis) Glasrud of Lanesboro, Minn., and Rollis (Alexis) Erickson of Costa Rica; grandchildren Tina (Bruce) Michels, Tonya (Adam) Tollesfsrud, Stephanie (Carl) Westby, Tyler (Sara) Erickson, Noah Erickson, Jessie (Heather) Erickson, Kristy Grunklee, Kelly (Kevin) Behnke and Karlyn Glasrud; sixteen great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews as well as many friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, the love of her life, husband Truman, to whom she was married 50 years; sister Wanda Narum, and brother-in-law Lyle Narum.
A celebration of life will be held March 10, 2018 at Scheie Lutheran Church, rural Mabel, Minn., at 11 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. The Mengis Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Special thank you to Gunderson Harmony Care Center, Heartland Hospice, Winneshiek Health Care and Mayo Clinic for their care and support.
Shirley Houvenagle says
Betsey and I were caregivers in Briny Breezes, FL . Her patients loved her for her kindness.
A year ago we both renewed our faith in Jesus. and prayed often together over the phone. I will miss my dear friend but I know she is in heaven.
Juanita DeLong says
Many fond memories of Betsey when hanging out with Colleen. A wonderful lady.