Arlene Jean Anderson

Arlene Jean (Konz) Anderson of Fridley, MN passed away on August 31, 2020, 3 days before what would have been her 84th birthday. Arlene was born on September 3, 1936 in Minneapolis, MN and lived most of her life in Fridley, MN. Like her mother, Marie, Arlene was a graduate of Minnehaha Academy in Minneapolis. After high school, Arlene worked at Foley Manufacturing where she met the love of her life, Charles W. Anderson (Chuck). Chuck took a leave from Foley to join the Air Force, and in January of 1957, just before he was deployed to Nancy, France, the two were married. Arlene joined Chuck in France where they lived for three years. Living in France, and their travels during that time, were among the highlights of Arlene’s life. Arlene enjoyed France and French culture which were reflected in her elegance and her signature french twist hair style. When Chuck and Arlene returned from Europe in 1961 they settled in a beautiful home in Fridley where they lived together for the rest of their lives. Arlene worked for years at the advertising agency of Campbell Methun, then as a bookkeeper for Butter Kernel Products. Chuck and Arlene’s love of travel and adventure inspired them to purchase a van for jaunts around the country during the 1960s and 70s and later, a large motor home for more comfortable outings with their beloved dogs in tow. Arlene adored her puppies and spoiled them rotten, feeding them cookies from the table until almost the very end. In sets of two, they had poodles, then shih-tzus, then finally Tami and Ginger, Pekingese mixes, all of whom brought Arlene a tremendous amount of joy. Arlene had a wonderful sense of humor and never stopped chuckling at Chuck’s jokes and playful teasing. Arlene feistily teased right back. Arlene especially loved to hear Chuck play the piano-whether it was at the Officer’s Club in France, Christmas tunes at family gatherings, or at home on one of their two organs. Sadly, Chuck passed away on June 26,, 2020 and Arlene followed him too soon after. She will be dearly missed. Arlene is survived by her nephew Mark Jacobsen and his family; niece Julie Shackelford and her family, and niece Kirsten Jacobsen and her family. Arlene was also very blessed to have had the loving assistance of Martha S. Abara in her final years. Graveside service 9:30AM, Monday, October 12, 2020 at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Meet at assembly area #4.

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Arlene Jean Anderson

September 3, 1936 - August 31, 2020

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Arlene Jean Anderson

September 3, 1936 - August 31, 2020

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