Dan’s father had been battling some health issues for the past few months, and made the difficult decision to enter hospice care. He stated he was ready to be with the Lord.
We left our summer job in Wyoming on Sunday June 29 and drove the RV back to Dan’s parents house in Wisconsin, arriving late in the evening on Monday June 30. We were able to spend the evening at the hospital, as well as all day on Tuesday. Stu passed away peacefully in the early morning on Wednesday, July 2 at the age of 88. It was fitting that he passed away on Men’s Golf League day, as he was very passionate about golf!
Here is a link to Stu’s obituary if you want to know a little more about his life, as well as view a slide show that will be played at his visitation service. Joan and her kids, Linda, Gary and Dan had a lot of tears and laughter going through dozens of photo albums and yearbooks to make the slide show.
https://www.jonesfuneral.com/obituaries/stuart-anderson
Dan’s parents, Joan and Stu, have been married for 68 years. Here is their wedding photo:
Stu graduated from the University of Minnesota (he had a hockey scholarship) and taught Physical Education in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin. Here is a yearbook photo from his early teaching days.
They had a lot of fun looking at old family portraits, including much teasing of the outfits and hair styles. Joan and Stu with Linda in the back and Dan, lower left, and his big brother Gary.
Here’s the family photo from their 50th wedding anniversary. Linda is holding her granddaughter Leia, who is now a sophomore at Stu’s alma mater, University of Minnesota.
The Anderson family has always enjoyed jigsaw puzzles. Stu and his sister Susie, posed with their mother Helen(2nd from left) and Aunt Gladys.
I really enjoyed looking through all the old black and white photos.
Joan and Stu have stayed in Yuma the past seven years with us, and we attended many events together.
Stu practicing for one of his last rounds of golf here on Earth at Westwind Golf and RV Resort.
Dan and I plan on spending at least one month here in Wisconsin to help out Dan’s mom with whatever is needed, before returning to Wyoming to finish up the irrigation season. HIs sister and brother have been very supportive during the past two months while Stu had been hospitalized. Oconto Falls is a small town, and they have made many long term friendships. We are comforted to know that Joan has a fantastic support network around her.
Quote of the Day: “No one wants to die. Even people who want to go to heaven don’t want to die to get there. And yet death is the destination we all share. No one has ever escaped it. And that is as it should be, because Death is very likely the single best invention of Life. It is Life’s change agent. It clears out the old to make way for the new.” – Steve Jobs
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Sorry for your loss, Dan and Janell . I worked with Dan at lancaster middle. I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma 2 years ago and now it has come back. The chemo is hard on me and can’t do much. Our sympathy to your family. Dick and Carol Caley Sent from my U.S.Cellular© Smartphone
It’s great to hear from the Caleys! We are sorry to hear about your health issues. Stu battled through bladder cancer several years ago and he went through chemo and was able to recover and be cancer free. Unfortunately many other health issues took there toll on him during this past year. He had a great life and we were blessed to be a part of it. Our prayers go out to you and your family as you go through your chemo therapy.
Dan and Jonell
I’m very sorry to hear about Stu’s passing. We’re never prepared to lose our parents no matter our age.
Cheryl Staats
Thank you Cheryl. Yes,it is hard, even though we know he is now pain free.
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Thank you
We are so sorry for your loss. You have our prayers and deepest sympathies.
Iris and George Hallin
Thank you Iris and George. We hope you are doing well.
Prayers to you and your family during this sad time. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Amen
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Thank you Cheryl
We’re sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. It’s never easy to say goodbye to your Dad but the pictures show a life well lived. Hugs to you. Laura Cerletty
Thank you Laura. We hope you and Mike are doing well and having lots of fun adventures.
Such a blessing to have such great memories to treasure!
Yes it is a blessing to have those memories. The family has been having a good time reminiscing. Thank you
My condolences to you, your family, and friends of Stu. Looks like he lived a fulfilling life.
Linda Clayton
Thanks ‘sis”
Beautiful
I am saving this to my favorites file. He will be missed. Ellen
Thanks Ellen. I knew you would like the old photos!
Sorry to hear of your loss. From the photos and thoughts he had a wonderful life and family!
Dan and Jonell, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Stu was always great to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Mike Shedesky
Thanks Mike. We hope you and your family are doing well
Stu was awesome. We areso happy to have had him in our lives. Love Tom and Ellen