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Roseau - Ruth Viola (Nelson) Erickson passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at her home at the age of 92. She was placed in Hospice in December of 2017, and with their wonderful services, she continued to live in her home with her loving husband who continued to care for her as he had done for the past few years. She died as she had lived: quietly, comfortably and gracefully.

Ruth was born on January 17, 1926, in Stafford Township to Peter O. and Anna (Peterson) Nelson. She attended school through 8th grade in Stafford. While attending high school in Roseau, she, a sister and two niece...