Lee Edward Erickson

Lee E. Erickson, age 64 of Hastings died Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at his home. Lee was born April 6, 1948 in St. Paul, MN to Edward M. and Katherine A. (Hodge) Erickson. A 1966 graduate of Hastings High School, he was a wrestler; loved golf and boating on the river. He married Nancy Matz in 1968 and they�ve enjoyed 44 years together. His career as Parks Supervisor in Hastings spanned over thirty years. Lee served two terms on Hastings City Council; served on the MN Parks Supervisory Council; volunteered at the LeDuc Mansion; voted the Hastings Raiders Wrestling fan of the year; enjoyed feeding the birds and wildlife; was a member of Christ Family Church for five years and really liked the pastors and fellowship; and his greatest pride and joy were his grandchildren! Lee was preceded in death by his parents and step-father August "Hunce" Goebel. He is survived by wife Nancy; son Brian (Jennifer) Erickson of Vermillionand their children Brooke and Brody; daughter Natalie (Todd) Judge of Hastingsand their children Caitlyn and Libby; sister Kae (Don) Latch of Hastings amd five nephews. The Memorial Service, officiated by Rev. Paris Pasch will be held 11 AM Monday, February 11, 2013 at Christ�s Family Church, 518 East Second St., Hastings. The visitation will be held from 3-6 PM Sunday at the Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home, 201 East Seventh St., Hastings, and one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will follow in Lakeside Cemetery, Hastings. Honorary Pallbearers are Leonard Graham, Ed Kranz, Marty McNamara, Tom Novak, Bill Thuet, Steve Mollick, John Keene, Butch Kane and Paul Kranz..