Former leader in the transmission aftermarket and a friend to many of us, Dennis Erickson, Sr., founder of Tallahassee-based Superior Transmission Parts, inc. died on November 27th at age 72. Dennis started Superior in 1987 and shortly thereafter acquired Fairbanks Performance Products. He was often seen displaying the company’s products at weekend seminars and industry trade shows.

He was quick to point out that all the kits and other products from Superior/Fairbanks were “Made in the USA” and Superior continues that still today.

Dennis Sr. retired in 2007, Dennis Jr. and Russell Erickson took on the day to day operations and the machine centers.

Retirement meant enjoying his hobbies of playing guitar, boating and diving but especially fishing. He will be dearly missed by all.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Roy. He is survived by his wife, Roxanne (Roxy), sons Dennis Jr. and Russell and brother, Paul.

A celebration of life is planned Wednesday, December 11, 2:00 PM at Culley’s MeadowWood Funeral Home, 1737 Riggins Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32308.

GEARS Staff

GEARS Magazine Staff Members.

Recent Posts

Sonnax Chrysler RFE Remanufactured Pumps

Sonnax remanufactured pump assemblies deliver fast, no-ream repairs that save time, tooling, and labor costs.…

22 hours ago

Precision International Expands Coverage with New 10R60 Kit Product Line

Precision International Automotive Products is proud to announce the release of our new 10R60 Kit…

23 hours ago

H&A Transmissions Expands Focus on Honda CVT Transmission Inventory

H&A Transmissions has announced an expanded focus on Honda continuously variable transmission (CVT) inventory as…

1 week ago

Florida Torque Converter Introduces 9.5 Billet Series Torque Converters

Florida Torque Converter built its reputation on high-torque multiplication converters. Now they've turned their attention…

1 week ago

New! 2X ETE REWARDS Points on the 6-Speeds Your Shop Needs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: ETE REMAN Marketing 800-934-9479 getsocial@etereman.com New! 2X ETE REWARDS Points on…

2 weeks ago

WIT Introduces a New Division, Iron Gate Freight

Big Things Are On The Horizon! At Whatever It Takes Transmission Parts, we’re always looking…

2 weeks ago