Hilda Erickson
Midwife
About Hilda Erickson
Lived 1859 – 1968 (aged 108–109). Hilda Erickson was a midwife.
Hilda Anderson wore this buckskin mask to protect her face when crossing the desert. Located in the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers Museum
Hilda Anderson Erickson was the last known surviving Mormon pioneer and celebrated frontierswoman. She was six and half years old in 1866 when her family emigrated from Ledsjo, Sweden to Tooele County in Utah. She died at the age of 108 on January 1, 1968.
Personal life Erickson was known for her love of dance and horseback riding.
Notable Achievements Erickson served as one of the directors of the Grantsville Deseret Bank from its opening in 1910 until its closing in 1931.
Erickson served as a dentist for her community and always carried forceps in case of emergency.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Hilda Erickson?
midwife
When was Hilda Erickson born?
Hilda Erickson was born in 1859.
When did Hilda Erickson die?
Hilda Erickson died in 1968.
What was Hilda Erickson's occupation?
Hilda Erickson was a midwife.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Hilda Anderson Erickson
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Hilda Erickson. https://biography.guide/hilda-erickson/
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