Donald L. Anderson passed away at the age of 82 on May 5^th, 2025. He was born on August 22,1942 to Harry and Olga (Barfknecht) Anderson in Watertown, Minnesota.

Donald grew up in Delano and made a lifelong career operating heavy equipment as a dozer operator for the Local 49ers union. He was recognized and awarded as being one of the top 10 operators in the 5 state area. He loved moving dirt and his eye for levelness was unmatched.

He met the love of his life, Judy Schliinz, at the Lakeview Dance Hall near Lake Independence, and they were united in marriage. To this union, they were blessed with two children.

Donald enjoyed hunting, fishing, flying his ultralight airplane, traveling, history museums and spending time with family and friends.

Donald was preceded in death by his son Jeffery Anderson; parents Harry and Olga Anderson; and brother Edward Anderson. He is survived by his wife Judy, daughter and son in law Kim and John Farniok; grandsons Justin (Nicole) Farniok; Jacob Farniok; Andrew (Roxy) Farniok; great grandson Gabriel Farniok, as well as his brother Danny Anderson, nieces and nephews, cousins, and extended family members and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the Christ Lutheran Church in Maple Plain. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5-7 PM on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the Iten Funeral Home in Delano, MN, and continue from 10-11 AM Monday prior to the service, at the church. Inurnment at the Lewis Cemetery in Maple Plain, Minnesota.