Donald Sheldon "Emmett" Anderson

It is with great sadness that the family of Donald Sheldon “Emmett” Anderson, announces that he passed at home surrounded by family on April 5, 2020 after a long battle with cancer at the age of 81.

Don was born to Alvin and Eleanor Anderson in Duluth, MN on May 2, 1938. He graduated from Duluth Central High in 1956. He later married his beloved wife Margie on April 25, 1959. Don worked in Duluth at Malton Electric until he moved his family to Eveleth, MN where he had a long career as a Superintendent with Ulland Brothers Road Construction. He lived a simple life, which included his love of traveling, hunting, fishing, reading the newspaper, and playing a good game of golf. He also enjoyed his yard, feeding the birds, and sharing in all of the wonderful meals his beloved wife made for him. Don had a sense of humor and liked to “clown around” which is what gave him his nickname, “Emmett the Clown”. He was a devoted husband and father with a beautiful giving heart who was loved by many and will be immeasurably missed.

Don is survived by his wife of 60 years; his sons, Donald (Pam) Anderson, and Duane (Dianne) Anderson; daughter, Kim (Scott) McNulty; three grandsons; three great-grandchildren; and brother, Dennis (Linda) Anderson.

He was preceded in death by is parents; and brother, Ronald (Elaine) Anderson.

A Celebration of Emmett’s Life will be held from 2:00 – 5:00 PM, Saturday, August 1, 2020, at the VFW, 224 Broadway, Gilbert, MN 55741. A Family Tribute Service will begin at 3:30 with dinner and refreshments to follow.

The Lenroot-Maetzold Funeral Home, 1209 E. 5 ^th Street, Superior, is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a condolence or sign the guestbook, please visit our website at www.lenroot-maetzod.com .