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Kathryn P. Anderson, age 68 of River Falls, Wisconsin, died Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Comforts of Home “The Gardens” in River Falls.
She was born on June 30, 1957, in Lakewood, Ohio, a daughter of Joseph and Hazel (Birdsall) Chamot. In 1978 she married Jim Anderson in Cleveland, Ohio, though they later divorced in 2012 they remained friends. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with her bachelor’s degree; she also began a master’s degree. She worked at the U of M for 37 years where she started as an admin in surgery and became an administrative manager for the Sr. VP of academic health sciences. She was a kind and generous soul, a great laugh, a fun-loving dancer, an amazing friend but above all, an amazing mother who loved her children. She loved movies, thriller books, and music; some of her favorite artists were Bruce Springsteen, Fleetwood Mac and Gaelic Storm. In the early 2000’s she and her family toured with Gaelic Storm an Irish rock band. She spent a long time in the Irish dance community and did lots of show travel. Both of her kids danced and helped her run competitions. She will be missed by all who know and love her.
She is preceded in death by, her parents Joseph and Hazel Chamot; her ex-husband and friend, Jim Anderson. She is survived by her children, Emily Anderson, James (Abby) Anderbard; siblings, Michael Chamot, Lincoln (Louise) Chamot, Becky (Scott) Schaefer, Doug (Sue) Chamot.
A memorial gathering will be held, Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services – 805 E Division St. River Falls, Wisconsin. Interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery in River Falls. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
Per the request of the family, guests are invited to wear purple in memory of Kathryn in recognition of her favorite color.
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I am so sorry to hear about Kathy’s passing. She was an amazing friend, and I always looked forward to seeing her at the White Eagle Powwow. She will be greatly missed!
As a Caregiver for Comforts of Home, I must say that hearing of her passing absolutely breaks my heart. Every day, she would bring so much joy to those of whom that cared for her. She would hum songs often, and would often dance and snap to the sounds of the song she would sing/hum. She was a ray of sunshine through these halls, and she will always be remembered, and will always be greatly missed. Thank you for the smiles, Kathy, thank you for being who you were
I am saddened to learn of Kathy’s death. I knew her for many years when we both worked at the U of M. She was an asset to the vice president’s office. Rest in peace, Kathy.
I worked with Kathy for many years in the Academic Health Center. She was key to the administration in so many ways. She was always fun to be around and knew how to get things done. My sincere condolences to her family. May you find peace and comfort in the beautiful memories you shared.
I worked with Kathy for many years at the University, in the Department of Surgery. She was a fun loving gal and we had many good times together. My condolences to the family. She indeed will be missed. My prayers 🙏 go out to her family.
Big hugs to Emily and family. Kathy will be missed by so many. Her big heart, her sweet laugh and her love for life were always evident in any conversation you had with Kathy . ❤️❤️❤️
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