JAN OLE ANDERSON

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JAN OLE ANDERSON June 15, 1923 - June13, 2016 Ole Anderson passed away peacefully in his sleep at a care facility in Penticton, B.C. Predeceased by his wife, Betty Ellor, and his granddaughter, Karin. He is survived by his son, Richard (Shelley) Anderson; daughters, Laurel Anderson-McCallum and Renie Sadlier-Brown. Also remembering are Lorraine Thexton, Timothy Sadlier-Brown; loving grandchildren, Doug (Erin), David (Michelle), Erin, Claire, Emily (Matt), Nowell, Gillian, nephews Lance, Jan and families; nieces Judy, Candy, Margot, Morna, Nan and families; and Ole's great-grandchildren. Also remembering are many Swedish relatives in Canada and abroad. Born in Gallivare, Sweden, Ole immigrated to Canada in 1924 with his family, father Arthur; mother Maj-Lis; and brother Lennart. He grew up in the North End of Winnipeg, met his future wife, Betty, and graduated from St. John's Tech. Enlisting in the Second World War, he served in the Royal Canadian Navy. He was very proud to serve Canada. Ole and Betty were united in 1943, raised three children and were married for 62 years. Together with his Swedish relatives and friends, Ole helped to develop the Scandinavian Centre in Winnipeg and was passionate about singing in the Swedish Male Voice Choir. After a successful career in management with Great West Life, he retired and with Betty, enjoyed a full life in Penticton and Yuma, Arizona. They were very involved in the Legion, sports, and community affairs. The family is thankful to Veterans Affairs for assisting their father in his later years. A celebration of life will be held July 29 at 1:00 p.m. at St John's Cathedral, Winnipeg. Reception to follow.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 09, 2016