Ross L. Anderson, 78, of Ellendale, MN and formerly of Randall, MN and Burnsville, MN passed away on October 6, 2011.

Ross graduated from Ellendale High School and served in the U.S. Navy from 1951-55. He was employed by the Northern Pacific Railroad; later Burlington Northern until his retirement at age 55. He was an avid fisherman and deer hunter, and loved tinkering in his garage and gardening.

He will deeply missed by children Julie (Glenn) Wichterman, Terry (Karen) Anderson and Mark Anderson; grandchildren Jason (Debbie,) Jesse (Jaime,) Josh, Sara and Molly; four great grandchildren Keyara, Jenna, Tristan and Jake. Also the mother of his children Evelyn; siblings Donna, Betty (Clair,) Joan (Gene,) Lavon (Bob,) Naureen, Dennis and Cherri and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Terence; son Mitchell; brothers-in-law Bob Bergland and Willard Perrine; nephews Gari Perrine and Jason Anderson.

A celebration of his life will be held at Vibrant Life Assembly of God Church, 702 3rd St. S. Ellendale, MN on Sunday, October 16, 2011 with visitation at 1:30 p.m. and services at 2:30 p.m.