Dorothy Mae Erickson

Ending her long battle with Alzheimer's disease, Dorothy Mae Erickson (née Hunter) passed into the glory and the loving arms of the Lord at the age of 75 the morning of Saturday, April 5th. She is preceded in death by her parents, Sylvia and Andrew, and her siblings Ruth, Sandra, and James.

Born in Monroe, Michigan, she spent formative years in Mankato and Austin, MN. She was certified as a dental hygienist and practiced her trade for over 4 years. She married LuVerne in 1969, raised two daughters, and joyfully cared for her grandchildren.

A walking saint on earth, Dorothy was a volunteer extraordinaire. In addition to caring for around 70 foster babies over 15 years through Lutheran Social Services, she gave of her time and herself to multiple church functions (Sunday school teacher, worship leader, bible school organizer, Dorcus circle member, communion preparation & sewing quilts), Bucket Brigade (elementary school volunteer), Dinner-At-Your Door/Meals-on-Wheels, high school sewing class assistant, several projects at Pine Ridge Reservation, Habitat for Humanity and countless other organizations. She provided direct care for her mother's final days.

Dorothy loved to laugh and was known for her kindness, generosity, and beautiful spirit by her many friends and relatives. She provided a safe, welcoming space for many children. A talented seamstress, she created dresses for her daughters and herself, sewed costumes, fixed and patched clothing for many, and fashioned quilts.

She will be missed by her devoted, loving husband of 55 years, LuVerne; cherished by her children Heddy (Shane) and Mindy, remembered by her grandchildren Demaris (Ben) and Trevor (Lizzli), and grieved by her siblings David, Diane (Chuck), Paul (Jan), John (Cynthia), Barb, Dale, and 13 nieces and nephews (Leif, Eric, Cora, Heather, Andrea, Marci, Tammy, Bette, Carl, Sarah, Amy, Jenny, and Cameron).

A memorial service will be held at Holy Nativity Lutheran Church of New Hope on Saturday, April 26th at 11AM with visitation starting one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lutheran Social Services: Give to LSS ' Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (donate.lssmn.org), Dinner-At-Your- Door or Meals on Wheels: Hopkins Dinner at your Door - Hunger Solutions (www.hungersolutions.org/resource/hopkins-dinner-at-your-door/) or Meals On Wheels ' Metro Meals on Wheels (metro-meals-on-wheels.com), Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity (habitat.org) or to the charitable organization of your choice. Dorothy would also encourage you to give of your time to the organizations you support.