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Dale Allen Anderson

December 28, 1958 — January 23, 2017

The world lost one of its most amazing, likeable souls on January 23, 2017, with the sudden passing of Dale Allen Anderson, 58 of Hawley, MN from cardiac arrest.

Dale was a man of strong character and integrity. He exuded kindness and found great pride in making those around him happy, especially his family.

Dale enjoyed life on every level with his wife, best friend and soul mate, Vikki Hanson-Joy. Their love for one another was without measure and evident to all. The admiration and dedication Dale showed Vikki let you know he was more in love with his bride each day than the day before.

Dale was a career welder and a damn good one at that! His work ethic was exemplary and second to few. His attention to detail for his work was impeccable. He was a steadfast employee of Seagate Bloomington, MN for 20 plus years and recently of Johnston Fargo Culvert Fargo, ND for 8 years.

Dale was the favorite to many, whether through blood or friendship. He took special pride in his relationships with others. He cherished and honored them by sharing his memories with the use of humor.

Event activities, camping, resort trips and traveling with Vikki, family, and friends were amongst his enthusiasm in life. Dale had a great appreciation for Harley Davidson Motorcycles and riding. He also had a full love affair with classic cars and their restoration.

Dale was born on December 28, 1958 to the late Alice “Bonnie” Anderson in Superior, WI and he grew up in Isle, MN.

In addition to his wife, Dale is survived by his two sons, Jesse Angela Joy of Montrose, MN, James Stephanie Joy of Hawley, MN; Grandchildren, Joshua, Noah, Anika, Kathryn, Simon, Jaden, Amelia, and lil’ Jesse; Brother, Lee Anderson of Farmington, MN, Aunt and Uncle Clark and Carol Smith of Park Rapids; Stepdad, Jim Norlander of Hinkley, MN and many other loving relatives and friends.

Dale provided his family a vibrant legacy of imperishable love. The immediate family members would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our family, close friends, Hawley HERT and Hawley Police Department members, and the stellar medical team members of Sanford Hospital ICU of Fargo, ND for their kindness, love and support. We appreciate you.

Visitation: Thursday, January 26th from 5:00-7:00 PM with a prayer service beginning at 7:00 PM at Wright Funeral Home in Hawley, MN.

Service: Friday, January 27th, at 12:00 PM at Wright Funeral Home in Hawley, MN

Interment: Following services at Lake Park Cemetery.

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Service Schedule

Past Services

Visitation

Thursday, January 26, 2023

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)

Wright Funeral Home, Hawley, MN

MN

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Service

Friday, January 27, 2023

Starts at 12:00 pm (Central time)

Wright Funeral Home, Hawley, MN

MN

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Cemetery

Friday, January 27, 2023

Lake Park Lutheran Church Cemetery

, Lake Park, MN 56554

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