Nina Whorton Ericson, a woman whose heart overflowed with unconditional love and grace, passed away peacefully in Northport, Alabama, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the age of 73.
Local Services will be as follows: Visitation will be from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday November 6, 2025, at Magnolia Chapel North followed by a service at 7:00 p.m. with Bro. Alan Roggli officiating and Magnolia Chapel North directing.
Services in Centre, Alabama, will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2025, at Perry Funeral Home with Douglas New officiating, the family will receive friends from 12:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Perry Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Noah Baptist Church Cemetery with Perry Funeral Home directing.
Born to the late Perry and Maude Whorton on August 14, 1952, Nina was raised with a strong foundation of family and faith. This influence shaped her into a person defined by extraordinary compassion and selfless giving. Nina was the beloved wife of Rod Ericson, and together they built a life centered on the most important thing to her: family. Nina’s greatest pride and joy was her role as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her defining characteristic was her rare and precious gift for loving people right where they were, offering comfort, support, and acceptance without judgment. Even when facing her own pain, her focus remained firmly outward, always seeking ways to bless others and make their burdens lighter.
Her commitment to others was a true testament to her generous spirit, and she was always happiest when she was actively showing love. A devoted matriarch, Nina found immense delight in her family. She instilled in them the values of kindness and empathy that she lived every day.
Nina is survived by her loving husband, Rod Ericson, their son, Nathan Keys (Madalyn), and her brother, Randall Whorton (Marcella). She was a cherished grandmother to Hope Dockery (Ty) and Jacob Keys, and a devoted great-grandmother to Avery, Adleigh, and Daniel Dockery. She is also survived by many beloved and cherished nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Maude Whorton, and her sister, Pam Roden.
Pallbearers are Jacob Keys, Ty Dockery, Chris Reaves, Shannon Page, Joey Oliver and Coleman Oliver.
Honorary Pallbearers are Dr. Stephen Browne, Dr. E.A. Mangieri, David Hollingsworth and his Sunday school class.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Carroll’s Creek Baptist Church in Northport, Alabama.
