Preceded in death by his wife LaVerne, and grandson Layne. Survived by his loving sons Steve (Dynessa), Mike (Brenda); granddaughter Lilly; brothers and sisters Howard (Jane), Juanita (Lyle) Erickson, Carol (Charlie) Olander, Olive Richardson, Mabel Sands, Earl (Marlys) Hillman; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.