Rose Anderson

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Rose Anderson, 96, of Fargo, ND died Friday, December 27, 2013 at Rosewood on Broadway, Fargo.

Rose Marie Sauvageau was born February 7, 1917 to Oreus and Helene (Dubord) Sauvageau at their family farm near Hickson, ND.

She attended school at St. Joseph’s Academy, St. Benedict’s Catholic Church in Wild Rice, ND.  She married Howard A. Anderson in Columbia, South Carolina January 17, 1944.

Rose spent over 30 years cooking at Nativity School.  Faith, family, and friends were very important to her, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She enjoyed getting out and meeting new people, baking cookies, golfing, and crocheting. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard “Hud”; son, Alan A.; brother, Aurele Sauvageau; sisters, Beatrice Duval, Lucille Duval, Jeanne Rheault, and step mother Albertine (Alarie) Sauvageau.

She is survived by her children, James C. (Jennifer), Fargo, ND; Carol (Richard) Nieland, West Fargo, ND; daughter-in-law, Leanne Anderson, Fargo, ND; 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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  1. Everson, Wa.Sending our love and sympathies to the whole Anderson family. Being the eldest daughter of Aurel (Frenchie) this is very hard, but at the same time being a blessing, atleast now all of the siblings and both loving parents are now together. Tears a coming down I just wish I could be there to hug you all. The Lord is with all of us, maybe one day we shall all meet again.
    God Bless
    Karen Telgenhoff and family

  2. Fargo ND
    So sorry to hear about the death of your dear mother. She was such a lovely person and I’m so happy Carol that you brought her out to see me this past summer. She was a faith filled person. I’m sorry that I will not be able to go the funeral but I will continue to remember her in my prayers.

  3. detroit lakes minnesotaSheila and I were saddened by the news of rose’s passing. we have many pleasant memories of rose and her family at lake Melissa. 0ur condolence’s to the family on their loss.

    Sheila and doug sattler

  4. Columbia MOTo the Family of Rose Anderson:

    So sorry to read of your loss. She sounded like a wonderful person. I am sure she will be truly missed by all who had the privilege to know her. RIP!

  5. Minnetonka MN
    I am sorry to hear about the loss of your grandmother Rose. She was a very nice lady. Thinking of you and your family.

  6. Velva ND
    We are so very sorry for your loss. Rose was a wonderful person and we are sure you have many wonderful memories of you time with her. We are thinking and praying for you all!!

  7. BISMARCK North Dakota
    So sorry to hear about Rose’s passing. She was a very special lady-we will always remember her as “the Cook” at Nativity school! She was very special to our whole family. I know my parents will miss her visits in Fargo. Take care.

  8. Corrales NMHeaven gained a beautiful angel and we look skyward through our tears. She was a special lady and I will miss her. Such a loving person. My deepest sympathies to all.

  9. Lake Park MN
    We are in AZ
    so unable to attend funeral. Our sympathies are with you. We have talked often of her–she was a special lady.

  10. Goddard KansasWe will really miss Aunt Rose, she was such a kind person. We were so glad we got to see her at My moms funeral (her sister Jean) Living out of state we did not get to see her near enough. She taught me how to make a pencil look like it was made out of rubber! That was when I was in High School! We have the whole family in our thoughts and Prayers.

  11. Maple Plain Minnesota
    My sincere condolences to the family of Rose Anderson. She truly made a great impression on many young people at Nativity school, especially me. She was so sweet and pleasant then, and each time I had the good fortune to see her when I came back to Fargo. She always had a beautiful greeting and a big hug for me. She made me feel special each time I saw her. I’ve thought of her often, and know she is at peace. I feel so very fortunate to have know her. She was a very special lady.

  12. Newberg ORDear Anderson’s, You all are in my thoughts and prayers in Rose’s death.
    I really enjoyed my years at Nativity with Rose, Al, Leanne and their kids. May the many memories of Rose bring you comfort and peace for she was a real woman of faith and worked hard to serve God in many ways. May she have eternal joy and peace.
    Fr. Tim Bushy

  13. West Fargo My grandmother was truly the kindest person I have ever met. The world was blessed and lucky to have her here for such a long and beautiful life. She will be missed but more important she will continued to be loved and always remembered. Thank you grandma for every memory and laugh. I am sure you are relaxing and enjoying your much deserved time now with our other loved ones in Heaven. I love you. Lee


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