Louise Castleton Ericksen, 78, of Beaver Dam, Utah passed away Monday, August 1, 2005 in Logan, Utah.

She was born March 1, 1927 in Malad, Idaho to Harold James and Hilda Jane Howard Castleton. She was raised in Garland, Utah and graduated from Bear River High.

Louise married Bryce Johnson Ericksen, her high school sweetheart, August 4, 1950 in the Logan LDS Temple. She loved her family, constantly thinking of them and their needs.

She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints having served in many auxiliaries. In her later life she and Bryce served in the Georgia Macon Mission.

Louise loved music and never hesitated to share her talent with others as she was asked to sing often. As a music director she encouraged others to sing with enthusiasm. She was also a talented artist which she exhibited through her many paintings and drawings.

Louise never met a stranger. Her love of people extended to everyone. Her friends were life long and she became a stabilizing force to many in need.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Bryce, and their children: James A. Ericksen, Neena (Russell) Reed, Kenneth D. (Renate) Ericksen, MaryAnn (Foster) Nuffer, 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brother, Ralph H. Castleton and sisters, Merl Call and Mary Hall.

A funeral service will be held Monday, August 8, 2005 at 12:00 noon in the Beaver Dam Chapel, 16025 Beaver Dam Road. A viewing will precede the services beginning at 10:00 a.m.; also, an evening viewing, August 7, 2005 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rogers and Taylor Funeral Home, 111 North 100 East, Tremonton.

Interment will be at the Beaver Dam Cemetery.