Erik Daniel Severson, age 42, of Birchwood, WI, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at his home on MacRae Lake. He was born on March 23, 1983, in Anchorage, Alaska.

Erik was a natural athlete, participating in baseball, basketball, soccer, and hockey in his youth. He excelled at downhill ski racing, being ranked in the top 10 in the state for his age group. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout while living in Louisiana. He moved to Birchwood in 2006, then attended UWBC in Rice Lake for two years, where he was introduced to curling.

Erik graduated from UW Madison in 2013 with a degree in Material Science and moved back to Birchwood. He worked at Hunt Hill for a time as a cook and at Spooner Golf Club in the maintenance department where he was known for his challenging cup placements. He was famous for his Louisiana gumbo.

Erik was active at the curling club in Rice Lake, participating competitively in many spiels and league play. He went on to get two ice certifications, working as one of the club's ice technicians for the past 10 years. He enjoyed the outdoors – hunting, fishing, camping - and took memorable family backpacking trips to Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, and Yosemite. He often enjoyed driving to the UP of Michigan for a few days of winter camping and cross-country skiing.

Erik could fix anything and was a great help to his parents. He was a self-taught auto-mechanic and kept the family cars humming. He will be remembered for his quick wit and sense of humor, his hard work, and his team spirit.

Erik is survived by his son, Carver Severson; his parents Jon and Candy Severson; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. A celebration of Erik's life will be held at a later time. Interment will be at the Northfield Cemetery in Northfield, Minnesota in the spring. Memorials may be made to the Rice Lake Curling Club.

Last Update: Dec 08, 2025 10:06 am CST