Oslo, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Family and friends are remembering Douglas A. Anderson of Oslo as a gentle husband, father, and grandfather.
Doug entered eternal life peacefully on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
He was 81 years old and had just shared a Thanksgiving meal at the Feltman farm in rural Warsaw, North Dakota.
Douglas A. Anderson, 81, of Oslo, Minnesota.
Early Life in Crookston and Thief River Falls
Doug was born on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 1944, in Crookston, Minnesota.
His parents were Arthur and Ella (Engen) Anderson.
He grew up in Thief River Falls, where he made many lifelong friends.
Doug graduated from Lincoln High School in 1962.
Information about the Thief River Falls school system can be found on the Thief River Falls Public Schools website.
From a young age, Doug learned the value of steady work and loyalty.
Family members recall that he was quiet but very kind.
He loved simple time with relatives, neighbors, and friends.
Those traits marked the rest of his life.
A Life Built in Oslo With Colleen
After high school, Doug went to work for Dahlstrom Motors in Oslo.
There he met the love of his life, Colleen Eide.
The two were married on September 4, 1965, at Zion Lutheran Church in Oslo.
More information about Zion Lutheran can be found on the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America site.
To this union, three children were born.
They welcomed Dawn Marie and later twins, Terry and Gerri.
The Anderson home was known for laughter, coffee around the table, and open doors.
Doug supported his children at games, concerts, and school events.
He also taught them the importance of honesty and keeping your word.
Long Career at Grand Forks Air Force Base
In 1973, Doug took a job at Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota.
He worked there as a vehicle inspector.
That role fit his careful and patient nature.
Doug served at the base until his retirement in 2009, a span of more than three decades.
Information about the base is available on the Grand Forks Air Force Base website.
Co-workers remember Doug as steady and dependable.
He did his job quietly and well.
He took pride in making sure vehicles were safe and ready for the airmen and women who used them.
His family is proud of the small but steady part he played in that mission.
Family, Grandchildren, and Community
Doug is survived by his wife of 60 years, Colleen Anderson.
He is also survived by their three children:
Dawn (Neal) Feltman,
Terry (Kelly) Anderson,
and Gerri (James Hawley) Anderson.
Nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren also carry on his legacy.
Family members say Doug was happiest when surrounded by his growing family.
He enjoyed hearing about new jobs, new schools, and new babies.
He was quick with a smile and a gentle joke.
Quiet visits on the farm or in the living room were his favorite moments.
Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Ella Anderson.
He was also preceded by his siblings, Duane and Gail Anderson.
The family takes comfort in the belief that they are now together again.
Inurnment and Celebration of Life
Inurnment for Douglas A. Anderson will take place at Riverside Cemetery in Oslo in the spring.
Cemeteries like Riverside offer families a peaceful place to remember loved ones.
General information about burial traditions and planning is available from the National Funeral Directors Association.
Friends and family are invited to celebrate Doug’s life on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
The gathering will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
It will be held at the Oslo Community Center in Oslo, Minnesota.
Stories, memories, and a light lunch will be shared.
Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite Doug stories to pass along.
The Anderson family thanks everyone for the prayers, cards, and kind words.
They ask that people remember Doug by enjoying time with family and friends.
A simple cup of coffee and a good talk would have made him smile.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
