Nov 19, 1927---Aug 12, 2020

Nyona Victoria Erickson, age 92, passed away August 12, 2020, in Lenexa, Kansas, after a long battle with cancer. She is survived by Eldon Lamont Erickson, her husband for the past, almost, 65 years.

She is preceded in death by her first husband, John Kenneth Roos, who died in 1953; her brother, Marvin, and her sister Verla. She is survived by her sister, Beverly, and by her children, John Roos (Gail), Janine Anderson (Dennis), Jeanette Houser (Chris), and Joel Erickson (Melissa). She had 10 grandchildren: Joseph Roos (Kathy), Daniel Roos (Carly), Kjersten Jennings (Mike), Karl Haukom Anderson (Sterling), Justin Houser (Briana), Devin Houser (Carleigh), Ashley Conway (Nathan), Larissa Mitchell (Riley), Lars Erickson, Lance Erickson. She also leaves behind 9 great grandchildren:  Erika Roos, Zachary Jennings, Katarina Jennings, Charles Jennings, Langston Haukom Anderson, Jaxson Houser, Bennett Houser, Ephraim Conway, and Logan Mitchell. 

Nyona was born on November 19, 1927 in Haxton, Colorado to parents Ephraim and Nina Johnson.  She graduated from North Park Junior College in Chicago in 1948.

Nyona was an outstanding musician, in particular playing piano and organ in countless church services. She also accompanied many vocal and instrumental soloists throughout the country. She was a lifelong member of local Evangelical Covenant churches in cities where she lived, singing in choirs, playing the piano and organ, leading and participating in Bible studies, prayer meetings, and other groups. She led a very active social life, even in her last few years. 

She lived in Lenexa since 1973, and for the past 7 years had lived in Westchester Village of Lenexa (formerly Covenant Place). She had many close friends throughout the country.

A memorial service is scheduled for Community Covenant Church in Lenexa at 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 29. The family has requested that instead of flowers, memorials be given to Covenant Cedars Bible Camp, 2909 N W Rd, Hordville, NE 68846, OR Community Covenant Church, 15700 W 87th Street, Lenexa, KS, 66219.



Condolences

Claudia Queen Russell Aug 25, 2020

Family friend ,Lenexa ,Kansas

To all the family , what a treasure and godly woman. She played the piano at my second wedding at Kings Cove in 1977 and was the dearest friend to my parents, Arthur and Nancy Queen especially while my mom was in her last days, there was Nyona sitting with her and singing. Eldon and Nyona helped make CCC what it is today. Bless them both and heaven has gained a special one. Thoughts and prayers to all

Christine Johnson Aug 29, 2020

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

While we did not attend the same Covenant Church in Kansas, Nyona was friends with lots of people so it was such a pleasure to make her acquaintance & enjoy her friendship. She always had a sweet spirit & kindness; a pretty woman , encouraging & positive . I know she will be greatly missed . Blessings to husband Eldon & the fsmily❣️

Nancy Knapp Aug 29, 2020

Friend ,Shawnee

What a great woman! Loved her wisdom in bible study. She will be missed!

GORDON HELBERG Aug 30, 2020

friend since the 50's ,Bellair ,Florida

To honor Nyona and her family I send love to all. I have known her family since the 40's in Haxtun, Colo. Her sister, Beverly and I were classmates at North Park, 52-54. I sang for their wedding in Lincoln. Nebr. I remember Nyona as a lady of light to the world. Thank you Eldon for caring and loving as you have for many years. Nyona represented the highest and best of being truly human and caring. Her faith was solid. Some day we will meet again coming to that heavenly place she is enjoying. Music will carry her onward.

Bruce Brough Aug 10, 2021

Friend from Bowie ,Spring ,Texas

Nyona played piano for Christian music concerts given by my wife Jane in Bowie and around the country. Jane passed away in 2007. I now live in Houston with my second wife (also Jane) who I married in 2009. Eldon and Nyona were very special, as is John Roos.

Services

Event:
Memorial Service
Location:
Community Covenant Church
Address:
15700 West 87th Street Parkway
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66219
Date:
Aug 29, 2020
Time:
2:00 PM
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