Clarice Anderson - Morris Nilsen Funeral Chapel

March 11, 1926 - October 22, 2014


Clarice Burnison Anderson, age 88, of Richfield. Born March 11, 1926 - Died October 22, 2014. Clarice was born in Ruthton, MN, graduated as Valedictorian from Alpena High School, SD. Moved to Mpls. in 1944 and attended the Gale Institute. Married Reuben W. Anderson in 1950. Worked at Cedar Lake Ice & Fuel, Dayton Rubber Co. and Gamble Robinson Co. Taught at House of Prayer Nursery School for 20 years and was employed by Weight Watchers for 35 years. An advocate of healthy eating from an early age, Clarice loved camping as a family and organizing, attending and modeling in many fashion shows. A member of House of Prayer Lutheran Church for almost 60 years, volunteering for many activities. Survived by son, Bradley; daughter, Marcia Perkins (Mike Dickey); grandchildren, Nicholas (Nicole) Perkins and Jennie Perkins; great-grandchildren, Olivia and Caleb; many nieces, nephews and friends, all of whom will miss her very much. The family extends a special thank you to Fairview Hospice and to everyone at N. C. Little Hospice.

Funeral service Tuesday, October 28, 2014, at 11:00 AM at House of Prayer Lutheran Church, 7625 Chicago Ave. S., Richfield. Interment at Ft Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation is Monday, Oct. 27, 2014, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Morris Nilsen Chapel, 6527 Portland Ave. S., Richfield, and one hour prior to service at the church.

Memorials preferred to House of Prayer Foundation or AHCF, the foundation researching her granddaughter's disorder.


3 Comments

  1. Pam Murray says:

    It was such a pleasure to meet and visit with Clarice this past spring. I know my dad had fond memories of time spent with her and the rest of his cousins. Blessings to you and your family during this hard time. What an inspiration to me she was and what a wonderful time we had sharing stories of the Coburns.

  2. Kathy Douglas says:

    I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.

  3. Brad Anderson says:

    Thank you so much for your message, Pam. Mom talked about your visit for weeks and the whole family loved the photo magnet with old pictures of young Grandma Burnison and Mom’s beloved Aunt Laura. It is indeed a great loss for our family.

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