Lorentina Anderson

Lorentina “ Tina” Anderson, age 89, of Carrington, ND, formerly of Grace City, ND, died Sunday, September 16, 2012, at Carrington Health Center, Carrington, ND, with her family at her side.

Lorentina Koepplin was born on September 14, 1923, the daughter of Martin and Philippina (Stevahn) Koepplin at Elgin, ND. She was raised and attended school in Elgin.

On July 10, 1943, Lorentina was united in marriage to Robert Anderson by Rev. McCoy at Jamestown. They made their life in the Grace City area where they farmed and raised their family of 4. Tina loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She always made sure she sent them birthday cards and something for Christmas. Tina was a good cook and very crafty. She will be remembered for her peanut butter pie, hand drawn Christmas cards, fudge, and pickles. In her younger years, she enjoyed playing guitar, singing and yodeling. Tina always had her house in order, both spiritually and figuratively. She will be greatly missed.

Lorentina is survived by her 4 children, Gary (Bernardine) Anderson, Carrington, Carol (Norm) Streyle, Sioux Falls, SD, Mark (Joan) Anderson, Grace City, ND, and Barb (Cal) Oien, Fargo, ND; 11 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; one brother, Andrew (Ramona) Koepplin, Fargo; two step sisters; five step brothers; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather; husband; three grandchildren; one granddaughter by marriage; two brothers; two sisters; and two step sisters.

Visitation: Tuesday, 1:00-7:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 7:00 PM at Evans Funeral Home, Carrington, ND

Funeral Service: Trinity Lutheran Church, Carrington, ND

Date and Time: Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at 10:00 AM

Interment: Grace City Cemetery, Grace City, ND

On-line condolences may be sent at www.EvansFuneralHomeND.com

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