Melford Andersen

Melford Andersen

April 06, 1932 - April 18, 2018

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Melford Gene Andersen, 86, Jamestown, ND died Wednesday morning, April 18, 2018 at his home in Jamestown, ND.

Gene Andersen was born April 6, 1932 the son of George and Dora (Walks) Andersen. He received his elementary education in the local school where he worked for farmers in the Sykeston, ND area. He entered the US Navy on September 11, 1952 at Fargo, ND. He served during the Korean Conflict in Europe. He was discharged August 20, 1956 at Norfolk, VA with the rank of ME3.

He and Beatrice Thomas were married August 27, 1958 at Fessenden, ND. Gene became a grain elevator trainee in Sykeston, ND later becoming a manager transferring to Frazier Grain Elevator at Brien, Petersburg and Wimbledon. Gene also worked for Hoggarth Brothers and Cavendish Farms until his health started failing. They moved into Jamestown where they have resided.

He was a member of the Basilica of St. James in Jamestown, ND and life member of the Knights of Columbus. He also was a member of the American Legion in Wimbledon for 60 years and life member of the VFW. Gene enjoyed his family and taught them the value of hard work; teaching his children and grandchildren how to weld.

Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Beatrice, Jamestown, ND; his children, Kurtis (Diane), Jamestown, ND; Kevin (Delia), LeMoore, CA; Dean (Holly), Creston, WA; Linda (Calvin) Leyendecker, Marion, ND; 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; 4 sisters, Eunice (Duane) Johnson, Fargo, ND; Dorothy Nordick, Fargo, ND; Dian Nicklay, Fargo, ND; Sharon (Tom) Navarro, Fargo, ND; 2 brother-in-law’s, Fred Christiansen and Gordy Artnson.

He was preceded death by his parents and 3 sisters.

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Haut Funeral Home - Jamestown
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  • 1101 5th Ave Northeast
    Jamestown, North Dakota 58401

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Haut Funeral Home - Jamestown
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  • 1101 5th Ave Northeast
    Jamestown, North Dakota 58401

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Basilica of St. James

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LeeRoy T. Schneider
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My sincerest condolences to Beatrice and her family in this hour of loss. Sorry I will not be able to attend the funeral. I always looked forward to seeing Gene when there were family events or when we visited. Eternal Rest grant to him O Lord and let Perpetual Light shine upon him. May he Rest In Peace. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed Rest In Peace. Amen.
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Michelle Walks
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To Bea and all the family, wishing you comfort in memories and love for all. We will all be reunited someday! You now have a great gentle guardian angel. Sorry for your loss.
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Kim Kuhlmann
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May God grant you peace and comfort at the loss of Gene. I have fond memories of going to the elevator in Wimbledon with my dad as a child and always seeing Gene there. He was kind, funny, and always had a smile on his face. My heartfelt condolences to your family.
JM
Jodi Miller
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My thought and prayes are with you Aunt Bea He was a great man I was proud to have him as My Ungle. Love You
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Dan and Bonnie Evert
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Thinking of you and family. Your in our thoughts and prayers. Love Dan Bonnie Evert and Family
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Lanny & Arlene Leifert
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Sorry for your loss may he rest in peace.

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