"Bernice" Regina Berness Anderson

“Bernice” Regina Berness Anderson, 100, died peacefully, Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at PioneerCare in Fergus Falls.

Regina Berness Anderson, best known by “Bernice,” was born on May 31, 1919 in Holmes City, MN to Ellen and Oliver Anderson. As a child and young adult, Bernice lived on several different farms and attended grade school.

Bernice lived with her parents until the age of 23 when she moved to what she called “the tower building” at the Fergus Falls State Hospital. She stayed there for one year, and then returned home for 4 months. After living back at home, it was decided that Bernice could best benefit in a special training program, so she moved to the Cambridge State Hospital, where she resided for 5-6 years before moving back to the Fergus Falls State Hospital. Bernice then spent the next 23 years at the Peleske Group Home in Perham, followed by another short group home stay before moving to Pioneer Care in 1980, where she happily called home for the rest of her years. Bernice utilized her talents through her work at the Developmental Achievement Center (DAC) in Fergus Falls.
Bernice was happiest when she was outside basking in the sun with a blanket. She was also known to enjoy mashed potatoes and milk, Christmas, listening to the blues, and spending time with her friend Mary. Bernice enjoyed attending worship services and talking with the pastor on a regular basis. Bernice found happiness in fuzzy socks, sleeping in, having her nails painted, and the color blue. Bernice will be remembered for her great sense of humor and her ability to make people smile.

Service: 10:00 a.m., Monday July 29, 2019 at PioneerCare Chapel, Fergus Falls
Clergy: Chaplain David Strom
Interment: Evergreen Cemetery, Alexandria, MN

Arrangements provided by Olson Funeral Home, Fergus Falls
Online condolences may be sent to www.olsonfuneralhome.com