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Paul H. Anderson, age 81, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, January 6, 2022, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Obituary
Paul Howard Anderson passed away at the age of 81. He leaves behind his wife and sweetheart of 60 years Patricia, two children Gregory Anderson (Joy Beers) his favorite son and Denise Hanson (Jerad Heintz) his favorite daughter, his three granddaughters- his favorite Anna Lund (Justin Lund), his number one Emily Hanson (Austin Maurer), and Morgan Heintz and his most favorite great granddaughter Margaret (Maggie) Lund. He is also survived by his sister and brothers as well as countless other family members.
Paul was Minnesota raised, growing up in Ramsey County. After high school he joined the Navy for 4 years as an Aviation Technician. He flew on a Super Constellation aircraft. After discharging from the Navy, he started college at the University of MN and received a Junior Business Administration certificate, however, took a break due to raising his children. After his children were out of the house he returned and graduated from Augsburg with a Business degree while working full time. He worked at Control Data for over 30 years as a Program Manager. After leaving Control Data he went on to be a state drivers examiner for the state of MN for 10 years and retired on Lake Ida in Alexandria. He loved to spend time fishing and swimming with family on the lake. Paul always enjoyed watching the Vikings play football, golfing, boating around with his friends and family, as well as, working in his wood shop. Over the years, he helped his daughter and granddaughters with any and every project they wanted.
In 2009, he made Hutchinson his permanent home with his wife and beloved dog, Sasha, to be closer to his favorite and number one granddaughters. From then on, he enjoyed collecting countless golf balls that would come wandering into his yard, taking Sasha on walks, and spreading cheer wherever he went. Paul was always there to help out his granddaughters, Anna and Emily, with homework, school activities, and whatever else came up.
He spent his last days at Harmony River with family around him.
He will be missed however his family knows he is no longer suffering, and he is watching over them as their guardian angel. We love you and we know you love us more!
Cindy Decker says
I am so very sorry for your loss. We live close to where Paul lived with his wife and dog, Sasha. We met many times when on a walk with our dog and Paul would be walking Sasha. We would stop and chat briefly. They always did the same walk and Paul was so good about getting Sasha out for her walk. He was such a sweet man. May God bless each of you and give you peace in the days to come.
Denise says
Thank you Cindy – he loved Sasha and taking her for walks. Seeing a friend to chat with while out was one of his favorite parts of his day.
Steve and Rita Wendlandt says
What a wonderful neighbor, he will truly be missed!!
Denise says
Thank you Rita and Steve. I know how much he enjoyed you as neighbors and talking with you.
Bruce and Sandy Bjerkelund says
We enjoyed our many visits on the patio when Paul would stop during his walks with Sasha and to get the mail. We will miss him!
Denise Hanson says
Thank you for the memory Bruce and Sandy. We know he liked to spend time chatting with friends and neighbors.
Gary Anderson says
He was also a great brother and uncle. He and Pat never forget to include my family in all they did. I looked up to him since he returned from the navy and was always able to call him for advice. He will be missed by my whole family. May he rest in peace.
Denise Hanson says
Gary – we have so many good memories of our families together. We love you!
Don Anderson says
Paul was a year younger than me. We both enjoyed the same circle of friends in high school and dated with he and Pat when he got out of the service. When my career moved me away from Minnesota we became less connected however. And that continued for the rest of time except for visits back home. I already miss him as we talked on the phone frequently over the last few years and I will miss that. Miles of separation has taken its toll.
Denise Hanson says
Don he was always a special man and I know he enjoyed talking with you and your visits. Keep the memories close to your heart!
Jacki Zschokke says
So sorry for your loss Even though we have lost contact in recent years I will miss him too. Jacki