Everett Anderson

Everett Harlan Anderson, 80, of Crookston, MN, died peacefully Thursday evening, February 19, 2015, at the Villa St. Vincent in Crookston, comforted by the presence of his four children and their families. Everett was born in Crookston on November 22, 1934, the son of Edward and Clara (Waterstrat) Anderson. He grew up on the family farm in Fairfax township, attended Crookston schools, and graduated from the Northwest School of Agriculture. He farmed with his father for several years before entering the US Army on November 19, 1957. Everett served with the 97th Artillery Batallion in Germany until his honorable discharge on October 30, 1959. He returned to Crookston to resume farming, and on January 14, 1961 was united in marriage to ReJeanne B. "Scotty" Prudhomme. Their union would be blessed by the births of four children: Kathy, Curt, Karen, and Calvin. Everett took over the farming operation following his father's death in 1972 and he and Scotty continued to farm until retirement in 1989. Whether it was work or everyday life, Everett and Scotty were inseparable. Sunday mornings after Mass were reserved for going out to a local restaurant with 'church friends.' Sunday afternoon meant visiting with friends and family, and usually involved lots of great food, conversation, and playing cards. Loading the kids in the car and going for a drive to check out the crops was another of the Anderson family traditions. Saturday evenings found Everett and Scotty at the Eagles for supper and dancing, and many summer days were devoted to the large family garden shared with relatives. Very sadly, Scotty passed away on December 22, 2010, just a few weeks before they would have celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. Everett and his family felt her loss very deeply. Despite his failing health, Everett was able to remain in his home, largely because of the tender loving care given by his son, Curt, who lived with him. He was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception parish, and also held memberships in Eagles Aerie 873, and American Legion Post 20. Everett was a past-president of the Board of Directors of Cenex, and was very proud of his membership in the Presidents Club of the University of Minnesota-Crookston. He was a down to earth kind of man, who knew the worth of a dollar, and passed on many of life's values to his kids, along with his wonderful sense of humor. He will be very lovingly remembered as a great husband, dad, grandpa, and friend.

Everett is survived by his four children and their families: Kathy and Jim Borkowski and Curt Anderson, of Crookston, MN, Karen and Guy Reierson of Eldred, MN, and Calvin and Dawn Anderson of Crookston; seven grandchildren: Adam Borkowski, Brent, Brandon, and Kaylee Reierson, Sawyer Anderson, and Parker and Alex Boone; three sisters-in-law, Rosemary Tate of Crookston, Sue Prudhomme, and Thelma Prudhomme; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. In addition to his beloved wife, Scotty, Everett was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Clara; and daughter-in-law, Sandy Anderson. May God richly bless the memory of Everett Harlan Anderson. Mass of Christian Burial for Everett will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 25, 2015, with The Rev. Vincent Miller, presiding. Visitation will be at the Stenshoel-Houske Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5-7:00 p.m., with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service and time of sharing, and visitation also at the church for one hour prior to the funeral. Military Honors will be provided by the Crookston Veterans Council. Interment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Crookston. Online registry:





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