Remembering Lennart Axel Anderson
July 2, 1921 ~ August 28, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lennart, husband to Phyllis, his loving wife of almost 70 years. He passed away at the Drumheller Hospital, after many years of poor health.
Lennart was a resident of Hillview Lodge, in Drumheller, Alberta. He was a retired farmer from Rumsey, Alberta. Lennart was born on the family farm to Selma and Axel Anderson and was the youngest sibling to Ruth (Moe), and Floyd Anderson. He received his education at the Rumsey School where he attended for 10 years. He married Phyllis Hogan on November 23, 1943. Four children were born to this union, Larry, Judy, Tom and Jeff. Lennart was a consummate farmer. He loved the farm, the land, the livestock, and most of all the farming lifestyle. The farm was the center of his universe, and he took great pride in his work. He was a member of the Alberta Wheat Pool, the Rumsey Curling Club, and the Big Valley B.P.O.E. # 147, (60 yrs). He enjoyed playing Hockey, Baseball and Curling. Later in life Dad and Mom took up golf, which they enjoyed. He also always enjoyed watching sports on T.V., especially Hockey.
He is survived by his; wife of almost seventy years, Phyllis Anderson of Sunshine Lodge, his son Larry of Morrin, Judy and Wayne Mimnaugh of Leduc, Tom and Karen Anderson of Rumsey, and Jeff and Deb Anderson of Yellowknife. Nine Grandchildren and seven Great Grandchildren, sister-in-law Mrs. Lil Anderson of Drumheller, and brother-in-law Mr. Stan Sverdahl of Sherwood Park, and many nieces and nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents: Axel and Selma, siblings: Ruth Moe, and Floyd Anderson.
A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, September 4, 2013 in the Community Hall at Rumsey, Alberta at 2:00 P.M. with Mr. Jerry Beskowine, L.W.L. officiating.
Courtney-Winters Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements (403 823 2666).In lieu of flowers you can make a donation to the Drumheller Area Health Foundation 351-9th Street NW Drumheller AB T0J 0Y1.
