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Wanda Anderson Obituary
She was born Nov. 10, 1927, in Ruthton, Minn., to Gertrude and Reuben Franzen and grew up in Jasper, Minn. Although Jasper remained closest to her heart, her life adventures did take her to Alaska and Idaho.
She was very generous, had a great sense of humor, was dedicated to her family and home, held true to her beliefs, and was an amazingly tough woman who asked very little from those around her. She was an avid vegetable gardener and there are folks in Jasper who fondly remember reaping the rewards of her passion; her canned tomatoes are greatly missed by her family.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents, Gertrude and Reuben; her sister and brother-in-law, Dorace and Glen Buskerud; her husband, Dempsey A. Anderson; and her former husband, Richard K. Ellefson.
She will be greatly missed by her children, Nancy Anderson Ellefson (Laurie), Michael K. Anderson, Thomas A. Anderson and Laurie Anderson Delbert (Anthony); and her nine grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and four nieces.
Per Wanda's request, no public service will be conducted. A family gathering for burial will be in May in Jasper. Memorial donations can be made to the American Lung Association.
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Jean Nelles
May 4, 2011
Laurie and family: Thinking of you during your time of loss. I will keep you all in my prayers. Much Love, Jean
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