Darlene M. Olson-Anderson

Darlene M. Olson-Anderson entered her eternal home December 7th, 2024, at the age of 98 in Blaine, MN. Darlene was a gift from God, a daughter, born to Floyd and Alice Nelson on August 9th, 1926, in St. James, Minnesota. Darlene grew up on the Nelson farm north of St. James. She was baptized and confirmed at West Svedahl Lutheran Church. She graduated from St. James High School. Darlene married Norman W. Olson on June 5, 1946. She farmed with her husband for 50 years until Norman passed away, June 21, 1996. Darlene was a member of St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church with Norman. She sang with the choir and was an active member of the Ladies Guild. She also worked at BeVan's Clothing Store in St. James, was a seamstress, and had a clothing alterations business for most of her adult life. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, fishing, and most of all, dancing. Darlene married Robert V. Anderson on August 30, 1997. They lived in St. James and resided in Mission, Texas during the winter months for 12 years. After Robert passed away, she moved to Blaine, MN in December of 2009 to be closer to her family. Darlene joined Cross of Christ Ev. Lutheran Church, in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. She developed many new friendships in the Twin Cities area. One of her favorite social pastimes was going out dancing. Dick Lichtscheidl became a special dance partner and companion for over a decade. Darlene moved to Crestview Senior Community in 2020. She met a special friend there, David Symens, who watched over her until her last day. Darlene is survived by her children, Daniel N. Olson (Sandra), Juliann K. Wassman (Brian), Trudel E. Vogt (Arden), Nancy Hagen (Dale Buker); a brother, Roger Nelson (Lucy); 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Alice Nelson; husband, Norman Olson; husband, Robert Anderson; son, Boyd Olson; her brothers, Dennis Nelson and James Nelson; her sister, Gloria Butzlaff and great-grandchildren, Beau Olson and Nevaeh Olson. Darlene's funeral service will be held on Friday December 13, 2024 at 11 AM with visitation at 10 AM at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 9931 Foley Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, St. James, MN.

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Darlene M. Olson-Anderson

August 9, 1926 - December 7, 2024

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Darlene M. Olson-Anderson

August 9, 1926 - December 7, 2024

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