Eunice Sitter
September 29, 1922 ~ July 5, 2014
Eunice passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2014 at Rosewood on Broadway in Fargo surrounded by her daughters.
Eunice was born on September 29, 1922 on the Anderson homestead near Rugby, ND to Jenny A. (Hanson) Anderson and Emil W. Anderson.
At age 12 Eunice started high school in Rugby, then attended Minot State Teachers College before beginning teaching at the age of 17. That was the beginning of a 37 year teaching career. She taught in several rural school districts and Silva High School. Following her marriage to Frank J. Sitter Jr. she taught at Berwick Consolidated School and at Towner Elementary. In 1968 she enrolled at the University of North Dakota and received her BS Degree. She continued on in the graduate program and received her Master of Education degree in 1970. In 1979 she again enrolled at UND in a one year program pursuing certification in Learning Disabilities.
After their move to Fargo in 1970, Eunice taught Junior High for two years Junior at Vanguard School in south Fargo and finished her teaching career at Mapleton Elementary School, Mapleton, ND. She retired in 1988.
Eunice and Frank lived in Berwick, ND for twenty years where they raised their three daughters. She loved her family, friends, traveling, teaching and dancing. Eunice was active and committed member of the Sons of Norway. She traveled to Denmark, Sweden, Tahiti, Morea, Bora Bora, Christmas Islands, Hawaii, Israel, Egypt, Alaska, six Canadian Provinces, Mexico, Bahama Island, Eastern and Western Caribbean Islands and 46 states.
Eunice is survived by her daughters, Sharon ( Joe) Schlue of Fountain Hills, AZ; Sandi Adams of Fargo; Shar (Gary Parker) Sitter of Lakeville, MN; two grandsons, Chip Swanson and Chris Swanson; and two granddaughters, Alexa Adams and Keisha Adams. Also surviving are her brothers, Virgil (Amy) Anderson of Leeds, ND; and Roger (Carol) Anderson of Santa Maria, CA; and her sister Janice Wolter of Burnsville, MN
Eunice was preceded in death by her parents, and a granddaughter, Nicole Adams.
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Fargo ND
Shar- I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. My Mom, Lois, used to have lunch at Santa Lucia with your Mom, many years ago. My Dad died recently, I still feel him near me. She will always be by your side.
Fargo ND
To the family of Eunice Sitter, my sympathy, in the last few years we became special friends-she was a friend to my parents and I-when my Mom and I moved to Fargo for the two winters she was so excited-we had good visits-then when my Mom passed away she was there for me in so many ways, I thanked her many times. When I decided to move to Fargo, she was really excited and I found a Condo close to her. We enjoyed going to church, Sons of Norway and going out to eat, it was always a toss up who was going to drive. She loved her family and friends=enjoyed the computer and driving her Car=-she knew Fargo like a BOOK. She left her family and friends with special memories.
I miss her and know we will meet again
Bless her memory
Towner North Dakota
You have my most sincere condolences for the loss of your Mother. Mrs Sitter was my teacher in Towner and was real nice to us kids. We all missed the Sitter Family when they left Towner. Take care all of you and I hope the void left by your Mothers passing quickly fills with great and happy memories of Mrs Sitter and your family. David M. Jaeger Class of 1975
Fargo ND
Eunice will be missed so very much! I first met her at First Lutheran Church where she always was every Sunday morning. We had many cups of coffee with a lot of great conversations. Eunice was highly intelligent and shared her wisdom with me on many occasions. Her interests included Sons of Norway, which she loved dearly. Eunice, I’ll see you again and we will continue our great conversations.
Detroit Lakes MN
.I haven’t been in touch with Eunice lately, and have thought about her so much. Bev Thompson, Carole Bohlken and myself used to get together and have so much fun together. I still remember that wonderful Birthday Party at Sandy’s house.and meeting her beautiful Daughters, who she thought the world of! She talked alot about her Grandchildren too, and how proud she was of them. Eunice will be missed by many!
My Sympathy,
BJ
Santa Maria CAShar, Sandy, and Sharlene–Our sympathy to you all. I know you will be missing her and we will feel the loss as well. Eunice was a wonderful sister to Roger and he is truly grieving her loss. We both admired her as well as loved her. She was always so interested in everything going on in the world and in the family that she made things interesting for us too. A bright and capable lady who gave of herself to us all. I hope your grief will soon be replaced by wonderful memories of happy times.
Fargo ND
Jerral and Marilyn Jones and all 16 Red Hat friends send our Love and
Sympathy to you, Eunice’s Family. Eunice was a vital part of
“The “Bee Hattitudes” Red Hat Group. We are praying for you!
Shar,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fargo North Dakota
She will be missed. She always had her pleasant smile & pretty face to everyone she met. She NEVER met a stranger!! May God Bless all her family during this trying times.
West Fargo North Dakota
Eunice was a friend and neighbor for many years. She was an outstanding teacher. Interestingly enough, the Towner School was having the “All School Reunion” the day she died. She received a special honor at the 100th Reunion for her contributions in education. Eunice touched many lives during her years as a teacher and friend.
Eunice was a blessing to many ! We are indeed fortunate to have had her as a friend . Blessed be her memory !
Sharon, Sandy and Shar,
I am so sorry to learn that Aunt Eunice has passed away. I will always remember her energy, interest in the world and love of life (especially dancing!) It was wonderful that Dad and Aunt Eunice were able to keep in such good contact in later years by internet.
You and your families are all in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
Leslie
Waterloo OntarioSounds like your Mom had a very productive enjoyable life. Our deepest sympathy to you, your sisters and other loved ones.
Lakeville MN
I have been blessed to have had Eunice in my life the past 32 years. She gave me the love of my life – her daughter Shar. I am forever grateful to her for always being there for us and for the love she had for her entire family. You inspired all of us! This is not goodbye. We will see you again. Save a dance for me! )
Dallas TXHello Shar,
I saw the news about your Mother’s passing on Roger Mucci’s AR post. I am so sorry for your loss. Reading about your Mother’s life and legacy, what an amazing woman she was.
May you and your family find comfort with your memories of her.
Sincerely,
Lisa Von Domek
You are in our thoughts and prayers Shar. May she rest in peace.
Euclid OHLoving memories will keep her alive in your hearts forever. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Lakeville MN
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Lynnette & Ron Jarvis