Jean Elizabeth Erickson (Farthing), age 94, passed away peacefully of natural causes on December 28, 2014. She was born February 12, 1920 in Mansfield Illinois to William and Mae (Bateman) Farthing. Her husband, Harold Wyllis Erickson, Willie the barber, preceded her in death in September 1997. One grandson also preceded her in death. Surviving her are her children Joan Erickson of Wisconsin, John (Sue) Erickson of Rockford and Denise (Larry) George of Nunica. She will be deeply missed by her surviving 9 grandchildren and 10 great grand children. At her request there will be no visitation or funeral. Please remember her by her kind acts and warm heart. An online guestbook may be signed at www.throopfh.com Throop Funeral Home Coopersville, 616-837-8161