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April 24, 1932-Nov. 4, 2026
Minot
Shirley Erickson, 94, Minot passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Trinity Homes, Minot. Shirley M. Stompro was born April 24, 1932, in Portal, ND a daughter to Elmer Stompro and Margaret Stompro (Campbell).
Shirley was raised and educated in Portal, ND graduating from Portal High School. After graduation, Shirley attended MSU.
Shirley married Ernest Erickson in 1953, making their home in Columbus where they raised their three sons. Shirley served as a teacher and teacher's aide in Columbus and Burke Central School for many years, retiring in 2004. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and the American Legion Auxiliary of Columbus.
She is survived by her son Todd Erickson (Della); daughters in law Anita Erickson and Kathy Ellingson; grandchildren, Kristopher, Kaela, Kaloni, Shalene, Lana, Logan, Tyrel and Daniel; 14 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Margaret Strompro, her husband, Ernest; sons Ronald and Kevin; four brothers and 1 sister.
A Memorial Gathering will be held Monday, November 9, 2026, from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home.
In accordance with Shirley's wishes cremation has taken place.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Columbus.
Published by The Minot Daily News, November 9, 2026.