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“RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF RICHARD ERICKSON” mentioning Mark Kelly was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on page E438 on April 21.
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The publication is reproduced in full below:
RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF RICHARD ERICKSON
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HON. TRENT KELLY
of mississippi
in the house of representatives
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Mr. KELLY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Richard Erickson, who passed away on February 21, 2021. He was a true servant to his family, community, and country and he will be deeply missed.
``Dick'' Erickson was born on March 8, 1952 to Leslie and Alida Erickson in Preston, Minnesota. He attended Elementary School at Highland Country School, and at the age of 12 he left home to work for a local farmer. He later attended high school in Lanesboro, Minnesota. At age 17, Dick enlisted in the United States Navy. He served in the Vietnam War aboard the USS Newport News.
After returning, Dick began his 38 year career in law enforcement. He attended the Rio Hondo Police Academy in Whittier, California before joining the police force in Tupelo, Mississippi. He worked as an undercover narcotics officer and became a K-9 officer where he met his new partner, a German Shepard named Akky. The pair served together as Dick headed up the Tupelo Drug Task Force. Dick ended his career as the Chief of Police in Mantachie, MS. As a Mississippian, Dick served in the Army and Mississippi National Guard. In his 8 year career, he earned his combat medic's license and the rank of E6.
Mr. Erickson is survived by his mother, Alida; brother, Larry; sister Mary Brown; nine children; and thirteen grandchildren.
Dick Erickson was a dedicated community servant and a beloved father, brother, and leader. I am grateful for his service to state and country and join countless others in mourning his loss.
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