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Mary Lou Anderson, age 91 of Apple Valley, MN and formerly of New Richmond, WI, died on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Orchard Path Senior Living in Apple Valley. Mary Lou, the youngest of 11 children born to Peter and Emma (Holten) Peterson on February 7, 1935. She grew up at Prairie Farm, Wisconsin. She was married to Robert Anderson for 44 years and they were blessed with 2 daughters, Susan and Cindy.
Mary Lou is preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Emma; husband, Robert; and daughter, Susan Thompson. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Art, Wes, Gerhard, and Howard; sisters, Evelyn, Olga, Elaine, Rosie, Verla, and Lotus; and her sister-in-law, Marion Siebert.
Mary Lou is survived by her daughter, Cindy (David) Osborn; grandchildren, Bradley (Lauren) Thompson, Melissa Thompson, Brittany (Kellan) Flaherty, Brianna (Jason) Hatch, and Christopher (Molly) Osborn; 13 great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Janet (Arnold) Tjelta; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
A Celebration of Mary Lou’s Life will be on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 11 am at Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services 728 S Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI. Visitation will also be on Friday from 10-11 am at the funeral home. Interment will be in the New Richmond Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Samaritans Purse or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
Click here to watch Mary Lou’s service live on Friday at 11 am
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Mary Lou was such a blessing and so fun to be with. She always had a smile. May she be at peace now. Thank you Mary Lou for all the years of joy knowing you!
RIP Aunt Mary Lou!
What a honor and blessing to know this sweet lady. It was always a joy to be with her and have some good laughs. Mary Lou you will be missed so very much. What a comfort to know you are home now resting in the arms of Jesus. I can only imagine what you are experiencing in heaven. See you in heaven Mary Lou.
Mary Lou was one of my favorite people. I have known her and her husband Bob for many years and admired both of them as good and honest people. Mary Lou was always able to be upbeat despite circumstances. She will be missed by many.
I loved getting to know Mary Lou! Such a kind and gentle soul to visit with.
Mary Lou had an infectious smile that always brought a smile to your own face.
At West Elementary she enjoyed her position as cook in the cafeteria. Mary Lou was always welcoming to the kids,
staff and parents that came for lunch. Wonderful lady!
I want to extend my condolences to all of Mary Lou’s immediate faimly and the extended Peterson family. (This is Dan Peterson writing—one of Wes Peterson’s kids living in Seattle.)
Since we moved from Wisconsin long ago, I only saw Mary Lou three times since 1966 when we moved. But each time, I was reminded of how she was such a kind, caring person. We grew up with Mary Lou and Bob and kids, and always had great respect for them and many joyful times. My dad, Wes, always expressed his love and respect for Mary Lou.
May she rest in peace.
Mary Lou always had a smile and a sweet welcome. She was a lovely person. our condolences to Cindy and family.
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