Steven L. Erickson

Steven L. Erickson

Mar. 20, 1947-Aug. 16, 2008

Steven L. Erickson passed away suddenly, August 16, 2008, at age 61, while field training his dog in eastern Washington with life-long friend, Forrest Hunt.
Steve was born March 20, 1947 in Everett, WA to Charles and Ida Erickson. He lived in Everett until he graduated from the Everett High School honors program in 1965. He continued his education at University of Washington, graduating Cum Laude in Mechanical Engineering in 1969. He completed his masters in Mechanical Engineering at Oregon State University in 1972. Steve met Janet Means at UW whom he married on February 21, 1970.
His career spanned 34 years in three industries -- oil with Standard Oil, wood products with Weyerhaeuser and Boise Cascade, and food with Delmonte Foods. The last 15 years of his career he was Director of Environmental Affairs.
Steve was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend who was supportive of and interested in all their passions and talents. He loved sharing good times with old friends and welcomed new friends. He honored loyalty and loved hosting friends. Steve was a passionate Husky fan, continuing with his season tickets throughout the many moves. He loved hunting for the opportunity to enjoy being outside in beautiful country with good friends. During his short retirement, he became an avid golfer and was an integral part of developing the dog park in his neighborhood.
Steve is survived by his wife, Janet; daughter, Julie Keniry, of La Grande, OR; daughter and son-in-law, Rebecca Erickson and Jeff Gotts, of Brisbane, CA; son, Mark Erickson, of Eugene, OR; three grandchildren, Todd, Heather, and Rachael Keniry, of La Grande, OR; and his dog, Wyatt.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ida Erickson; and brother, John (Jack) Erickson.
For information about the service, please call Rebecca Erickson at 360-275-0725.