William "Bill" Clayton Erickson passed away on September 26, 2026, in Mullan, Idaho. He was born on June 11, 1959, in Wallace, Idaho.

He was a miner and held various other positions in the mining industry.

Bill will be remembered as a man who loved working with his hands and spending time outdoors. He enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, motorcycles, panning for gold, and making jewelry. He was also a mechanic and a true outdoorsman. These interests reflected his practical nature, his independent spirit, and the pleasure he found in the world around him.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Julie Erickson, and his son, Travis Erickson. He is also survived by his brothers, Owen Erickson and his wife, Lavada, of Salem, Missouri; Lawrence Erickson and his wife, Corrie, of Trout Creek, Montana; and Eugene Erickson of Pinehurst, Idaho. He also leaves behind nephews and nieces, and his Beagle, Louie, to cherish his loving memory.

Bill was preceded in death by his father, William Erickson, and his mother, Lois Erickson.

He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him. His memory will live on in the lives he touched and in the many things he loved to do.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory may be made to either the Mullan Volunteer Fire Department or to the Mullan Museum. 

Per Billy’s request, there will be no services.  Memories of Bill and messages of condolence may be shared online at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com. Shoshone Funeral Services of the Silver Valley is caring for the Erickson family.