Obituary for Delano J. Anderson

Passed away peacefully at his home May 16, 2024.

Born March 15th, 1934 on the family farm in Wheaton MN. He grew up farming in the Wheaton, Browns Valley area. Even though he lived in Brooklyn Center for most of his life, the farm never left him.

He was drafted into the Army in 1956 and completed basic training and vehicle training at Fort Chaffee Arkansas and was stationed in Stuttgart Germany as a vehicle mechanic.

After completing his service he moved to Minneapolis and married Vandean (née Bladow) in 1962 and they made their home in Brooklyn Center, MN.

He went to work for Minnegasco in 1967 and retired after 30 years of employment. He spent his retirement years happily volunteering, camping, fishing, attending tractor shows, having coffee with his fellow co-workers, and spending time with his family and many friends.

He was a devoted member of LCM for many years and spent many happy hours volunteering there.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 51 years, Vandean Anderson; parents, Vernon and Evelyn (née Gustafson) Anderson; siblings, Dean Anderson, and LaVonne Prekker. Survived by daughter, Stephanie (Joseph) Groth, sons, Gregory (Anna) Anderson and Jeffrey Anderson; grandchildren, Mike, Adam, and Jenny Groth. Also survived by siblings, Cleyon, Betty, Howard, Norman and Marilynn.

Funeral Service will be held Saturday June 8th, 2 PM at Lutheran Church of the Master, 1200 69th Ave, Brooklyn Center with visitation 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment at Mound Cemetery.