Arlene Edith Anderson

Arlene E. Anderson, age 85, of Fergus Falls, MN, passed on to Heaven July 15, 2018, surrounded by her family at her home, Heartland Pioneer Cottages. Arlene was born May 28, 1933 to Julian and Edith Ronningen of Rothsay, MN. She was baptized and confirmed at Hamar Lutheran Church in Rothsay, MN, and attended school and graduated from Rothsay High School in 1951.

On January 3, 1953, Arlene married the love of her life, Elroy Anderson. Arlene and Elroy were totally dedicated to each other, had a very special love, and celebrated 65 years of marriage this year.

Arlene was working at City Café & Bakery when she met Elroy. She was happiest staying home and taking care of her family. Arlene volunteered for many years at Trinity Lutheran Church and the Fergus Food Shelf. She enjoyed and spent many hours researching family history. Arlene loved to polka and if she couldn’t talk Elroy into dancing with her she danced by herself. She also danced around the living room with their pet bird, Pedie, on her shoulder. In the last couple years, her favorite polka partner was her grandson, Alex. Arlene also loved doing crafts with her granddaughter, Jenna.

Arlene and Elroy spent weekends camping with family and good friends. Many great memories were made camping on Jewett Lake and in August 2001, Arlene and Elroy retired to their home on Jewett Lake. They enjoyed the lake life and great neighbors for 15 years before moving to Pioneer Point in Fergus Falls. They made many special friends there which included the Pioneer Point staff. Arlene and Elroy moved to the Pioneer Cottages in March 2018. Special thanks to Ann & Lori and the wonderful staff at the Cottages for their exceptional care.

Arlene is survived by her husband, Elroy; daughters, Laurie (Rick) Steen of Fargo, ND, Elaine (Charlie) Blixt of Erhard, MN; grandchildren, Jenna Steen of Fargo ND, Alex (Miranda) Steen of Fargo ND, Jake (Jessi) Blixt of Menahga, MN, Jamee (Dustin) Blixt Suggs of Minneapolis, MN, Nick (Sasha) Blixt of Minneapolis, MN; great-grandchildren, Casey, Bella, Emma, and Charlie Blixt, and Freya Blixt Suggs; and her brother Evan (Lonnie) Ronningen of Seattle, WA; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and loving in-laws.

Waiting for her in Heaven were her parents and her brother, Marvin Ronningen.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Trinity Lutheran Church, Fergus Falls or PioneerCare Senior Cottages.

Visitation: One hour prior to the service at the church

Service: 11 a.m. Monday, July 23, 2018 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Fergus Falls, MN

Clergy: Reverends John Christensen and Noah Rogness

Interment: Trinity-Faith Cemetery, Fergus Falls, MN

Arrangements are provided by the Olson Funeral Home in Fergus Falls.
Online condolences may be sent to www.OlsonFuneralHome.com