Myron Anderson
November 12, 1940 - January 6, 2023
Myron Anderson, 82 of Thief River Falls, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023, at his residence, in Thief River Falls, MN., with his loving wife by his side.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, with a 7:00 PM Prayer Service, on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Johnson Funeral Service, in Thief River Falls, MN.
The service to celebrate Myron's life will be held at 10:30 AM, on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Abundant Life Lutheran Church, in Thief River Falls, MN., with Rev. LeRoy Flickinger, officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, in Newfolden, MN.
Myron Theodore Anderson, was born November 12, 1940, in Greenbush, MN., the son of Theodore Clarence and Gladys Elizabeth (Hendrickson) Anderson. He was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith, with sponsors Henry and Frieda Paulson. His education started in a country school near Stephen, MN., and he continued his education in Newfolden, MN.
Myron met the love of his life, Ila Mae Skadsem, when his parents moved to Newfolden. They were married on July 14, 1962, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, in Newfolden, and made their home in Warren, MN., where their first child, Denise, was born in 1964. In 1965, the family moved to Wyoming, and back to Hallock, MN., in 1966. In 1968, they settled in Thief River Falls, where they continued to reside, adding sons: Darren & Shayne (1969), and Jeremy (1971).
While in Wyoming, Myron worked on a bridge crew. Jobs in and around Thief River Falls, which included The Hill Elevator, Firestone, Anderson Power & Equipment, Ose Trucking, and this fall, for Christianson Farms.
Younger years were spent motorcycling, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, and camping. Later years traveling, fishing, and watching his children and grandchildren participate in activities. Myron loved eating popcorn, watching Western movies, and dancing. He enjoyed driving his ATV with his dog, Missy, at his side, at The North Nine, near Warroad.
He was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, for 31 years; and Abundant Life Lutheran Church, in Thief River Falls, for the past 25 years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Ila of Thief River Falls; children: Denise (Wayne) Highness of Virginia, Shayne (Sara Nelson) Anderson of Arizona, and Jeremy (Tami) Anderson of Florida; grandchildren: Alisa (Jason) Akey, Cedric (fiancé, Molly Savage) Highness, Reid (Emily) Anderson, Austyn (Brandon Zeigler) Anderson, Tye (Paige Davis) Anderson, Bailey (Erin) Anderson, Madyson (Dylan Defreece) Anderson, Gracie Anderson, PhoebeAnn Anderson; great-grandchildren: Evalyn, Asher, Piper and Waylen; sister, Vivian (Dick) Kezar; brother, Merlin (Sharon) Anderson; sisters and brothers-in-law: Marie Skadsem, Beverly Boe, Archie (Anita) Skadsem, Mike (Vicki) Skadsem, Michelle (Tim Stengrim) Rose; proud Godfather of six Godchildren; devoted family friend, Rochelle Anderson; and many other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his son, Darren; parents; and brother, Mark, in Vietnam.
Source: Obituary & photo @ Johnson Funeral Service
November 12, 1940 - January 6, 2023
Myron Anderson, 82 of Thief River Falls, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023, at his residence, in Thief River Falls, MN., with his loving wife by his side.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, with a 7:00 PM Prayer Service, on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Johnson Funeral Service, in Thief River Falls, MN.
The service to celebrate Myron's life will be held at 10:30 AM, on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Abundant Life Lutheran Church, in Thief River Falls, MN., with Rev. LeRoy Flickinger, officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, in Newfolden, MN.
Myron Theodore Anderson, was born November 12, 1940, in Greenbush, MN., the son of Theodore Clarence and Gladys Elizabeth (Hendrickson) Anderson. He was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith, with sponsors Henry and Frieda Paulson. His education started in a country school near Stephen, MN., and he continued his education in Newfolden, MN.
Myron met the love of his life, Ila Mae Skadsem, when his parents moved to Newfolden. They were married on July 14, 1962, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, in Newfolden, and made their home in Warren, MN., where their first child, Denise, was born in 1964. In 1965, the family moved to Wyoming, and back to Hallock, MN., in 1966. In 1968, they settled in Thief River Falls, where they continued to reside, adding sons: Darren & Shayne (1969), and Jeremy (1971).
While in Wyoming, Myron worked on a bridge crew. Jobs in and around Thief River Falls, which included The Hill Elevator, Firestone, Anderson Power & Equipment, Ose Trucking, and this fall, for Christianson Farms.
Younger years were spent motorcycling, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, and camping. Later years traveling, fishing, and watching his children and grandchildren participate in activities. Myron loved eating popcorn, watching Western movies, and dancing. He enjoyed driving his ATV with his dog, Missy, at his side, at The North Nine, near Warroad.
He was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, for 31 years; and Abundant Life Lutheran Church, in Thief River Falls, for the past 25 years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Ila of Thief River Falls; children: Denise (Wayne) Highness of Virginia, Shayne (Sara Nelson) Anderson of Arizona, and Jeremy (Tami) Anderson of Florida; grandchildren: Alisa (Jason) Akey, Cedric (fiancé, Molly Savage) Highness, Reid (Emily) Anderson, Austyn (Brandon Zeigler) Anderson, Tye (Paige Davis) Anderson, Bailey (Erin) Anderson, Madyson (Dylan Defreece) Anderson, Gracie Anderson, PhoebeAnn Anderson; great-grandchildren: Evalyn, Asher, Piper and Waylen; sister, Vivian (Dick) Kezar; brother, Merlin (Sharon) Anderson; sisters and brothers-in-law: Marie Skadsem, Beverly Boe, Archie (Anita) Skadsem, Mike (Vicki) Skadsem, Michelle (Tim Stengrim) Rose; proud Godfather of six Godchildren; devoted family friend, Rochelle Anderson; and many other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his son, Darren; parents; and brother, Mark, in Vietnam.
Source: Obituary & photo @ Johnson Funeral Service
Myron Anderson
November 12, 1940 - January 6, 2023
Myron Anderson, 82 of Thief River Falls, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023, at his residence, in Thief River Falls, MN., with his loving wife by his side.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, with a 7:00 PM Prayer Service, on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Johnson Funeral Service, in Thief River Falls, MN.
The service to celebrate Myron's life will be held at 10:30 AM, on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Abundant Life Lutheran Church, in Thief River Falls, MN., with Rev. LeRoy Flickinger, officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, in Newfolden, MN.
Myron Theodore Anderson, was born November 12, 1940, in Greenbush, MN., the son of Theodore Clarence and Gladys Elizabeth (Hendrickson) Anderson. He was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith, with sponsors Henry and Frieda Paulson. His education started in a country school near Stephen, MN., and he continued his education in Newfolden, MN.
Myron met the love of his life, Ila Mae Skadsem, when his parents moved to Newfolden. They were married on July 14, 1962, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, in Newfolden, and made their home in Warren, MN., where their first child, Denise, was born in 1964. In 1965, the family moved to Wyoming, and back to Hallock, MN., in 1966. In 1968, they settled in Thief River Falls, where they continued to reside, adding sons: Darren & Shayne (1969), and Jeremy (1971).
While in Wyoming, Myron worked on a bridge crew. Jobs in and around Thief River Falls, which included The Hill Elevator, Firestone, Anderson Power & Equipment, Ose Trucking, and this fall, for Christianson Farms.
Younger years were spent motorcycling, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, and camping. Later years traveling, fishing, and watching his children and grandchildren participate in activities. Myron loved eating popcorn, watching Western movies, and dancing. He enjoyed driving his ATV with his dog, Missy, at his side, at The North Nine, near Warroad.
He was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, for 31 years; and Abundant Life Lutheran Church, in Thief River Falls, for the past 25 years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Ila of Thief River Falls; children: Denise (Wayne) Highness of Virginia, Shayne (Sara Nelson) Anderson of Arizona, and Jeremy (Tami) Anderson of Florida; grandchildren: Alisa (Jason) Akey, Cedric (fiancé, Molly Savage) Highness, Reid (Emily) Anderson, Austyn (Brandon Zeigler) Anderson, Tye (Paige Davis) Anderson, Bailey (Erin) Anderson, Madyson (Dylan Defreece) Anderson, Gracie Anderson, PhoebeAnn Anderson; great-grandchildren: Evalyn, Asher, Piper and Waylen; sister, Vivian (Dick) Kezar; brother, Merlin (Sharon) Anderson; sisters and brothers-in-law: Marie Skadsem, Beverly Boe, Archie (Anita) Skadsem, Mike (Vicki) Skadsem, Michelle (Tim Stengrim) Rose; proud Godfather of six Godchildren; devoted family friend, Rochelle Anderson; and many other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his son, Darren; parents; and brother, Mark, in Vietnam.
Source: Obituary & photo @ Johnson Funeral Service
November 12, 1940 - January 6, 2023
Myron Anderson, 82 of Thief River Falls, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023, at his residence, in Thief River Falls, MN., with his loving wife by his side.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, with a 7:00 PM Prayer Service, on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Johnson Funeral Service, in Thief River Falls, MN.
The service to celebrate Myron's life will be held at 10:30 AM, on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Abundant Life Lutheran Church, in Thief River Falls, MN., with Rev. LeRoy Flickinger, officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, in Newfolden, MN.
Myron Theodore Anderson, was born November 12, 1940, in Greenbush, MN., the son of Theodore Clarence and Gladys Elizabeth (Hendrickson) Anderson. He was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith, with sponsors Henry and Frieda Paulson. His education started in a country school near Stephen, MN., and he continued his education in Newfolden, MN.
Myron met the love of his life, Ila Mae Skadsem, when his parents moved to Newfolden. They were married on July 14, 1962, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, in Newfolden, and made their home in Warren, MN., where their first child, Denise, was born in 1964. In 1965, the family moved to Wyoming, and back to Hallock, MN., in 1966. In 1968, they settled in Thief River Falls, where they continued to reside, adding sons: Darren & Shayne (1969), and Jeremy (1971).
While in Wyoming, Myron worked on a bridge crew. Jobs in and around Thief River Falls, which included The Hill Elevator, Firestone, Anderson Power & Equipment, Ose Trucking, and this fall, for Christianson Farms.
Younger years were spent motorcycling, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, and camping. Later years traveling, fishing, and watching his children and grandchildren participate in activities. Myron loved eating popcorn, watching Western movies, and dancing. He enjoyed driving his ATV with his dog, Missy, at his side, at The North Nine, near Warroad.
He was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, for 31 years; and Abundant Life Lutheran Church, in Thief River Falls, for the past 25 years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Ila of Thief River Falls; children: Denise (Wayne) Highness of Virginia, Shayne (Sara Nelson) Anderson of Arizona, and Jeremy (Tami) Anderson of Florida; grandchildren: Alisa (Jason) Akey, Cedric (fiancé, Molly Savage) Highness, Reid (Emily) Anderson, Austyn (Brandon Zeigler) Anderson, Tye (Paige Davis) Anderson, Bailey (Erin) Anderson, Madyson (Dylan Defreece) Anderson, Gracie Anderson, PhoebeAnn Anderson; great-grandchildren: Evalyn, Asher, Piper and Waylen; sister, Vivian (Dick) Kezar; brother, Merlin (Sharon) Anderson; sisters and brothers-in-law: Marie Skadsem, Beverly Boe, Archie (Anita) Skadsem, Mike (Vicki) Skadsem, Michelle (Tim Stengrim) Rose; proud Godfather of six Godchildren; devoted family friend, Rochelle Anderson; and many other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his son, Darren; parents; and brother, Mark, in Vietnam.
Source: Obituary & photo @ Johnson Funeral Service
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