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Published May 14, 2012, 02:00 PM

Helen W. Erickson, 85

Helen W. Erickson, age 85, of River Falls, died on Sunday, May 13, at St. Brigid's at Hi-Park Care Center in Red Wing, Minn.

Helen W. Erickson, age 85, of River Falls, died on Sunday, May 13, at St. Brigid's at Hi-Park Care Center in Red Wing, Minn.

She was preceded in death by husband, Paul J. Erickson; sons Patrick and Timothy Rooney; and daughter Kathleen Herrmann.

Helen is survived by daughter, Mary Fitzgerald; son Joseph (Robin) Rooney; stepdaughters, Deborah (Pat) Huppert, Sandra McTie, Cathy Most; son-in-law, Kevin Herrmann; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Her hobbies included golfing, quilting, joking around, and a good party with family and friends. Helen was a generous and caring woman with a quick wit. She was strong and outspoken and had a great sense of humor. Ol' Hel wanted all to know she "did NOT go peacefully!"

No services will be held. At her request, an Irish Wake will be held from 1 p.m. - ? Saturday, May 19, at 1384 E. Division St., River Falls.

Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services of River Falls.

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Jeanne H.
Hudson, WI     05/15/2012 4:34 PM

Helen was a very special lady to many; especially my Mother, Jeanne Pratt. She and Helen had become very good friends and enjoyed shopping, fun Saturday lunches at the Copper Kettle and many converstions that close friends share. I was able to join them for several lunches and will never forget Helen's wonderful sense of humor and her ability to make many laugh. She will be greatly missed.

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