Earl W. Anderson, 95 of Owatonna died Sunday morning, February 9, 2025.

He was born January 8, 1930 in Minneapolis to Ernest and Vivian Anderson.

Earl graduated from Minneapolis North High School in 1947. He attended the University of Minnesota and St. Cloud State. Earl graduated with a degree in Business. He had successful Sales careers with Honeywell, Jostens, American Econo-Clad and Wenger Corporation.

Earl was a warm and quick-witted person who loved his family and cherished his friends. He enjoyed the Arts, golf and following O.H.S. and the University of Minnesota sports.

He is survived by his children, Mike (Dawn) Anderson of Isle, MN, Bruce (Anne) Anderson of Weldon Spring, MO, Trish (Dave) Bjerke of Apple Valley, MN and his pride and joy "the Niners" – Kyra, Asya, Holly, Hanna, Ava and Erik Anderson and Chris, Molly and Betsy Bjerke.

Earl was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Patricia Ferne, parents and brother, Gerry Anderson.

Visitation will be held at Michaelson Funeral Home in Owatonna on Thursday, March 20 from 4 to 6pm and the Funeral will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Owatonna on Friday, March 21 at 11AM.

Memorials may be directed to the Owatonna Arts Center or Trinity Lutheran Church.