Robert graduated from Highland High School in Sugar House where he grew up. He was an avid lover of animals, especially his dog Bandit and his many stray cats that he tamed, and fed. Robert loved his family and was the favorite uncle to his nephews and nieces who will really miss him. He had a passion for cars and was able to make that part of his career renting and selling cars.

Survived by his mother Sherry Ericksen; siblings Teresa (Paul) Newsome, Jay Dean (Tina) Ericksen, Betty (David) English, Clark (Leslie) Ericksen, special friend Bandit and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his Father Max JaDean Ericksen; brother Jonathan Wayne Ericksen; grandparents, Jay Lawrence (Betty) Ericksen and Charley (Betty) Carmichael.

Funeral services will be held, Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the Ephraim Stake Center (400 E Center) with a viewing from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. prior to services at the church. Interment in the Ephraim Park Cemetery. Online condolences at rasmussenmortuary.com.