Randy Roy Erickson, 67, Prentice

Randy Roy Erickson, 67, of Prentice, Wisconsin, unexpectedly passed away on Worcester Lake,
one of the places he loved the most, on June 27th, 2026.
Born July 23rd, 1958, in Phillips, WI, he was the second oldest son of Eugene and Marylin (Meier)
Erickson. Randy graduated from Prentice High School in 1976. He played basketball and was on the
1975 state team. The year following high school he stayed home to log and farm with his dad. He
then entered the Youth Conservation Corp and soon after started as a survey technician for the U.S.
Forest Service.
He was married to Edie Galvani from 1982 to 2004 and were blessed with four children.
Randy spent 41 years with the U.S. Forest Service, three of those years as a land surveyor with
Shawnee National Forest in Harrisburg, IL and 38 years with the Chequamegon- Nicolet National
Forest in Park Falls, WI. He was a cornerstone for the Chequamegon- Nicolet National Forest in his
career as a State Boundary Manager for the U.S. Forest Service, where he was highly accomplished
and respected. Randy’s name is permanently stamped on countless surveys and monuments
throughout the state of WI and IL. His work will continue to guide future generations. He also served
as a wildland firefighter for the U.S. Forest Service in the western U.S. for 20 years, with his last few
trips as a training officer.
Randy was a pillar in his community. He believed in the potential of every person and left a lasting
impact through his faith, compassion, encouragement, good humor and leadership. Everything he
did, he did wholeheartedly. He coached his daughters and son in softball, baseball and basketball.
Every child he coached he cared for deeply. Always instilling valuable life lessons, teaching more
than just a game.
He committed a remarkable 30 years as a board member of the Prentice School District. Devoting
20 years to lead graciously as President. Randy also served as a regional director for the Wisconsin
Association of School Boards. His fair and gentle guidance will forever be remembered by who he
served with and those he represented so proudly. Go BUCS Go!
Randy was a dedicated member of the First Baptist Church of Prentice. Over his lifetime he served
and cherished many roles at the church including chairman, deacon, trustee, Sunday school teacher,
youth and tribe leader.  He also enjoyed being a counselor at Wood Lake Bible Camp for over 20
years. His thoughtful insight and compassionate heart touched countless lives. His life was a
testament to servant leadership and sought to reflect God’s love no matter what the task.
Randy always looked for ways to make others feel at home. He often invited them to the lake for
good conversation, grilling and countless (sometimes wild) tube rides. He was always willing to give
“one more ride” to a tuber or skier. The lake was one of his happiest places, especially when it was
filled with his children and grandchildren.
He was the family historian, sharing family lineage and telling stories that may have grown richer
with every telling. He was an avid outdoorsman whose love for hunting was far more about family
and tradition than the harvest. It brought Randy great joy to hunt on tracts of family land surrounded
by his brothers, sister, kids, grandkids, nephews, nieces, uncles, cousins and friends. The hunting
adventures shared by all embody this lasting legacy.
Randy was also a lifelong fan of the Green Bay Packers, New York Yankees, and Boston Celtics.
Recently taking his kids and grandkids to an unforgettable game between his adored Yankees and
the Brewers.

He was a proud father and an even prouder papa. He celebrated every milestone, cheered on every
accomplishment and loved his grandchildren so deeply that each would say they were his favorite.
Just like with his children he was always there, the games, the concerts, musicals, graduations and
parties. He had an unwavering love for his family, expanding when he married Kelly Witt in 2006,
taking her daughter Crystal in as his own.
Though we grieve his passing, we rejoice in the assurance he is in the presence of Jesus, the Savior
he faithfully served throughout his life. Randy is survived by his loving wife Kelly (Witt) Erickson, his
children Denae (Jake) Walcisak, Heidi (Jeremy) Roloff, Travis (Ashley) Erickson, Crystal Witt and
Raeanna (Clayton) Lyons; his beloved grandchildren Fletcher, Forrest and Aylah Walcisak, Conrad,
Waylon, Spencer and Liza Roloff, Azariah, Titus, Abel and Jude Erickson and Croix, Cashton and
Cala Lyons. Leaving behind his brothers Dan (Nancy), Loren (Cindy), Tim, Doug (Kaye), sister Ruth
(Allen) Yard and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in the death by his parents Eugene and Marilyn Erickson and in-laws Robert and
Patrica Witt.
The family wishes to thank the Prentice Fire Department and Ambulance Service; Ogema Volunteer
Fire Company, Price, Lincoln and Oneida County Sheriff’s Offices, WI DNR Conservation Wardens,
Pike Lake Fire and Rescue, Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission and numerous beloved
neighbors.
Please join us in celebrating Randy’s life on Saturday July 18th, 2026, at the Prentice High School,
1025 Town Street, Prentice. The visitation starts at 10:00 am followed by a memorial service at 11:00
am. Afterwards food, fellowship and stories will be shared at the First Baptist Church of Prentice,
757 Cherry Street.
Heindl-Nimsgern Funeral and Cremation Services will be assisting in arrangements.
“Well done, good and faithful servant! ” Matthew 25:21