Obituaries are courtesy of Mueller-Bies Funeral Homes, located at 2130 N. Dale St., Roseville, Minn.
Darlene (Sautbine-Altman) Erickson
July 30, 1936 – Sept. 13, 2026
Service details
- Visitation: Friday, Oct. 2, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., Mueller-Bies Funeral Home – Roseville
- Memorial Service: Oct. 2, 3:30 p.m., Mueller-Bies Funeral Home – Roseville
Darlene (Sautbine-Altman) Erickson, lovingly known as Granny, of Roseville passed away peacefully on Sept. 13, surrounded by her loved ones. She was 90.
Erickson was born on July 30, 1936 to Marshall and Alice Sautbine in Pine River, Minn., about two and a half hours northwest of Roseville. She was the fourth oldest of ten children, although she was always sure to remind everyone that she was the oldest daughter.
After graduating high school in Walker, Minn., Erickson attended classes at Bethel College and even spent some time modeling at a resort in her hometown. She later worked as a manager at McDonald’s in Arden Hills and at the Roseville VFW for more than 20 years, where she became a familiar and beloved presence.
Erickson welcomed three children into the world-– Linda, Don and Julie–- and spent her life filling their lives with love, laughter and plenty of personality. She had a wonderful talent for sewing and crafts. When Linda and Julie were little, she lovingly made matching dresses for them. Her creativity even earned her a blue ribbon at the Minnesota State Fair for a handmade Raggedy Ann and Andy doll set. She enjoyed flowers, fishing, smoking ribs and baking her famous cookies.
Erickson’s family was her entire world. She loved them deeply, and no family gathering was complete without a group photo. Granny may have been 90 years old, but her spirit was so much younger. She brought love, warmth and humor wherever she went, leaving behind countless memories that will be cherished forever.
Erickson was preceded in death by her parents Marshall and Alice and siblings Richard, Ronald, Charles, Melvin, Diane and Donald (Butch).
She is survived by her children Linda Haasl, Donald Altman and Julie (Donald) Altman-Radermacher, loyal friend and father to her children George Altman, grandchildren Melissa, Nathan, Kevin (Nicole) and Lindsey, eight great-grandchildren, siblings Phyllis, Mary and Thomas, many nieces and nephews, and dear friend Joanne Wagner.
