PORTAGE - LeRoy "Lee" J. Eriksen, 90, of Portage died Monday, Oct. 19, 2009, at Divine Savior Extended Care in Portage.

He was born Oct. 28, 1918, in Askov, Minn., to Christ and Thora (Larsen) Eriksen. On March 30, 1968, Lee was united in marriage to Frances Gould in Dubuque, Iowa. He had lived since 1974 in Portage, where he was the purchasing director for Divine Savior Hospital. He also enjoyed painting and designed the 1976 logo for the Bicentennial of the American Revolution for the city of Portage. The logo is still in use by the city.

Survivors include his wife, four children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a sister. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother.

According to Lee's wishes, there will be no services. Private inurnment will be held at a later date. Picha Funeral Home assisted the family.