Guy "Gene" Eugene Anderson

About Gene

Guy Eugene Anderson, 87, of Park Rapids, MN, entered his heavenly home on November 26, 2022, in his home with family by his side.

He was born on June 14, 1935, in Park Rapids, the son of Guy Edward and Mabel (Cunningham) Anderson. He also attended school in Park Rapids, where he has since resided. He married Katherine Theresa Entwistle on January 31, 1956, and they were blessed with five children.

Guy “Gene” was employed by Wheeler Lumber and Bridge for 5 years, took a side job at Parson’s Plumbing, then drove semi for Konshok’s Trucking for 8 years, upon then becoming water superintendant for the City of Park Rapids for 32 years, while also operating his own business of pumping sewers.

Fishing, hunting, boating, camping, and playing pinochle with family were his passions. He was a member of the Park Rapids Eagles and held many offices during his active years. He was a long time member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church and was blessed by many spiritually uplifting visits from John and Kim during his home bound time. Many thanks to the outstanding care St. Joseph Hospice provided to both “Gene” and the entire family.

He is survived by his wife, Katherine; children, Eugene Allen (Deborah), Guy Virgil, Derrald Joseph (MaryAnn), Marylee Moorhouse, and Rosie Flannigan (Kevin), all of Park Rapids; grandchildren; great grandchildren; brother-in-law, Allen Entwistle; sister-in-law, Rita Harvey; as well as many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Mabel Anderson; his siblings Derrald (Slim) Anderson, Vernon (Pop Eye) Anderson, Edward Anderson, Virgil Anderson and Geraldine Pearson; son-in-law, Michael Moorhouse; daughter-in-law, Bonnita Anderson.

memorial service

Mass of Christian Burial for Gene

December 3, 2022

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church 305 5th St W, Park Rapids, MN 56470, USA

Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial to follow service at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery.

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Cease Family Funeral Home