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Stein Eriksen

Park City, Utah

Dec 11, 1927 – Dec 27, 2015 (Age 88)

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BORN
December 11, 1927
DIED
December 27, 2015
AGE
88
LOCATION
Park City, Utah

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1927 ~ 2015One of the most recognized names in the ski world, legendary Alpine skier Stein Eriksen passed away peacefully at his home in Park City, Utah, on December 27, 2015, at the age of 88.Although Stein first gained fame in the 1952 Oslo Winter Olympic Games, winning gold and silver medals...

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Late condolences to the family. As a kid learning to ski in the '60's I was always amazed by his perfect form, which in that era, form was everything. Never quite got that great form but but I sure enjoyed the downhills!

I REMEMBER STEIN ERIKSEN HIS MY BIGGEST FAN SKIER GREAT. JOB SKIER MY BIGGEST FAN ,FROM
MARIE LIZZY GORDON

Stein is legendary in our family. Back in the day, my dad located 35mm film of Stein skiing and instructed my brother and I on his legendary reverse shoulder style -frame by frame. Well, to this day, i will be stopped on the slopes in the US and asked where did i learned to ski! Thrilling to say--- Stein's way! His style and name will forever be remembered fondly in our family. Plus, the best thrill was to meet him several times at Stein Eriksen Lodge in Deer Valley. He was always so...

At Adolph's, 2013

Moved to Park City thirty-nine years ago and we became next-door neighbors. How good could it get for a "Newby?" He will always be in my mind while "Skiing with Style and Elegance!"

One of the most thrilling days of my life was when I showed up at Stein's home at 8 in the morning to pick up some apples that had been accidentally shipped to Stein's house instead of ours.

Stein greeted me at the door and invited me in for coffee, gave me a tour of his then newly remodeled home and he showed me his wall of fame. The photos were a amazing history of his incredibly blessed and exciting life. A truly sweet and wonderful person.

Love and condolences to the...