Leonard Joseph Anderson was born September 23, 1890, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, and died February 25, 1966, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, at age 75. He is the son of John Anderson of Sweden, and Frederica Swanson of Sweden.

Signe Marie Dahlquist was born July 21, 1891, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, and died May 6, 1970, in Zumbrota, Goodhue Co., MN, at age 78. She is the daughter of Anders Fredrik Leonhard Larsson of Varna Parish, Östergőtland Co., Sweden, and Emma C. Anderson of Sweden.

Leonard Joseph Anderson and Signe Marie Dahlquist were married about 1919 in Unknown.

Leonard Joseph Anderson and Signe Marie (Dahlquist) Anderson had three children:

  1. Jane Mildred Anderson: Born 1920, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN; Died August 25, 1920, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN (age Infant).
  2. Jean Helen Anderson: Born August 27, 1921, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN; Died before 2014 in Unknown.
  3. John Leonard Anderson: Born October 1, 1923, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN; Died February 23, 2014, in Zumbrota, Goodhue Co., MN (age 90). Married about 1953 in Unknown, to Patricia Ann "Pat" Unknown: Born about 1932 in Unknown.



TIMELINE

Frederick Andrew Dahlquist and Emma C. Anderson were married about 1887 in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

Leonard Joseph Anderson was born September 23, 1890, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.


Name:

Andrew Dahlquist

Location 1:

387 Sibley

Business Name:

Hotel Scandia

Occupation:

proprietor

Year:

1890, 1891

City:

St. Paul

State:

MN


Signe Marie Dahlquist was born July 21, 1891, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

The 1895 Minnesota State Census taken on June 6, 1895, shows Jno Anderson (age 35) born in Sweden with both parents foreign born and having lived in Minnesota for 13 years and having lived in this district for 11 years is a Salesman and is living at 941 Greenbrier St., 1st Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with him is his Fredrika Anderson (age 35) born Sweden with both parents foreign born, does House Work. Also living there are six children, both born in Minnesota with both parents foreign born: Carl E. Anderson (age 10); Richard D. Anderson (age 8); Ivald N. Anderson (age 7); Leonard Anderson (age 4); Hilmar A. Anderson (age 2); and Ellen A. Anderson (age 9/12).

The 1895 Minnesota State Census taken on June 6, 1895, shows Andrew Dahlquist (age 41) born in Sweden with both parents foreign born and having lived in Minnesota for 14 years and having lived in this district for 7 years is a Hotel Keeper and is living at 387 Sibley Street, 3rd Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with him is his wife, Emma Dahlquist (age 28) born Sweden with both parents foreign born. Also living there are two children, both born in Minnesota with both parents foreign born: Ellen Dahlquist (age 6); and Signe Dahlquist (age 4). Several boarders also live there, including a Hotel Clerk, Oscar Friberg (age 30).

The 1900 U. S. Census taken on June 6, 1900, shows John Anderson (age 40) born January 1860 in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1883 and a Naturalized citizen is a Drug Clerk owning his home with a mortgage and is living at 782 Sims, 1st Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with him is his wife of 17 years, Fredrika Anderson (age 40) born January 1860 in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1883, with all 7 of the children born to her still alive. Also living there are his 7 children, all born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: David R. Anderson (age 13) born February 1887; Evald N. Anderson (age 10) born October 1888; Joseph L. Anderson (age 9) born September 1890; Albin H. Anderson (age 7) born August 1892; Ellen S. Anderson (age 5) born September 1894; Esther M. Anderson (age 2) born September 1897; and Lawrence A. Anderson (age 8/12) born September 1899.

The 1900 U. S. Census taken on June 12, 1900, shows Andrew Dahlquist (age 45) born November 1854 in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1879 and a Naturalized citizen is a Hotel Proprietor renting his own home and is living at 387 Sibley Street, 3rd Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with him is his wife of 13 years, Emma Dahlquist (age 34) born July 1865 in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1883, with all three of her children born to her still alive. Also living there are his three children, all born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: Ellen Dahlquist (age 11) born August 1888; Signe Dahlquist (age 8) born July 1891; and Andy Dahlquist (age 4) born July 1895. Several boarders also lived there.

The 1905 Minnesota State Census taken on June 13, 1905, shows John Anderson (age 44) born in Sweden to Swedish-born and having lived in Minnesota for 24 years and having lived in this district for 6 years is a Clerk and is living at 782 Sims Street, 1st Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with him is Frederika Anderson (age 44) born in Sweden to Swedish-born and having lived in Minnesota for 24 years and having lived in this district for 6 years. Also living there are the following seven children, all born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: David Anderson (age 18) and having lived in Minnesota for 18 years and having lived in this district for 6 years, a Machinist; Leonard Anderson (age 14) and having lived in Minnesota for 14 years and having lived in this district for 6 years; Ival Anderson (age 16) and having lived in Minnesota for 16 years and having lived in this district for 6 years, a Bell Boy; Leonard Anderson (age 14) and having lived in Minnesota for 14 years and having lived in this district for 6 years; Himas Anderson (age 12) and having lived in Minnesota for 12 years and having lived in this district for 6 years; Esther Anderson (age 7) and having lived in Minnesota for 7 years and having lived in this district for 6 years; and Lawrence Anderson (age 5) and having lived in Minnesota for 5 years and having lived in this district for 6 years. Leigh Larson note: Leonard appears to have been entered twice.

The 1905 Minnesota State Census taken on June 10, 1905, shows Andrew Dahlquist (age 51) born in Sweden to Swedish-born and having lived in Minnesota for 18 years and having lived in this district for 2 years and 9 months is a Saloon Keeper living at 542 Sibley Street, 3rd Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with him is his wife, Emma Dahlquist (age 38) born in Sweden to Swedish-born and having lived in Minnesota for 18 years and having lived in this district for 2 years and 9 months. Also living there are three children, both born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: Ellen C. Dahlquist (age 16); Signe Dahlquist (age 14); and Andrew L. Dahlquist (age 8). Two others also live there, including a Hotel Clerk, Oscar Friberg (age 30).

The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 25, 1910, shows John Anderson (age 50) born in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1881 and a Naturalized citizen is a Wholesale Drug City Salesman owning his home free of a mortgage and is living at 782 Sims, 1st Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with him is his wife of 29 years, Fredrika Anderson (age 50) born in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1881, with 6 of the 10 children born to her still alive. Also living there are his 6 children, all born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: David R. Anderson (age 23), a Wholesale Drug Clerk; Evald N. Anderson (age 21); Joseph L. Anderson (age 19), a Bookkeeper; Albin H. Anderson (age 17), a Wholesale Drug Clerk; Esther M. Anderson (age 12); and Lorenz E. Anderson (age 10).

The 1910 U. S. Census taken on April 29, 1910, shows Andrew Dahlquist (age 55) born in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and a Naturalized citizen is a Retail Signal Merchant renting his home and is living at 542 Sibley Street, 3rd Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with him is his wife of 23 years, Emma Dahlquist (age 44) born in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1881, with all three of the children born to her still alive. Also living there are his three unmarried children, all born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: Ellen Dahlquist (age 19), a Stenographer; Signe Dahlquist (age 18); and Andy Dahlquist, Jr. (age 13). A Roomer also lives in the house.

Anders Fredrik Leonhard (Larsson) Dahlquist died December 4, 1915, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, at age 62.


The WWI Draft Registration Report dated June 5, 1917, shows Leonard Joseph Anderson born September 23, 1890, in St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, is an unmarried Clerk for St. Paul Gas Light and is living at 782 Sims, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.


Leonard Joseph Anderson and Signe M. Dahlquist were married about 1919 in Minnesota.

The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 7, 1920, shows Fredrika Anderson (age 59) born in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1881, and Naturalized in 1886 is a Widow owning her home free of a mortgage and is living at 782 Sims Street, 1st Ward, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with her are her 5 children and 1 daughter-in-law, all born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: Ewald N. Anderson (age 30), an unmarried Retail Coffee Salesman; Leonard J. Anderson (age 29), a married Railroad Accountant; Albin H. Anderson (age 27), an unmarried Bank Teller; Esther M. Anderson (age 22); Laurence E. Anderson (age 20), a Bank Clerk; and Signe M. Anderson (age 28), a married Daughter-in law.

The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 17, 1920, shows Emme C. Dahlquist (age 53) born in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1878 and becoming a naturalized citizen in 1888 is a Widow owning her home free of a mortgage and is living at 596 Laurel Street, 7th Ward, City of St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with her are her two unmarried children, both born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: Ellen C. Dahlquist (age 30), a Stenographer in a Revenue Office; and Andy L. Dahlquist (age 33), a Clerk in a Railroad Office.

The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 3, 1930, shows Leonard J. Anderson (age 39) born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents and first married at age 27 is Working in the Traffic Department of the Stockyard and renting his home for $40/month and is living at 308 Third Avenue, 2nd Ward, City of South St. Paul, Dakota Co., MN. Living with him is his wife, Signe M. Anderson (age 38) born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents and first married at age 26. Also living there are his two children, both born in Minnesota to Minnesota-born parents: Jean Anderson (age 8) and John Anderson (age 6).

The 1930 U. S. Census taken on April 16, 1930, shows Emma Dahlquist (age 63) born in Sweden to Swedish-born parents and having emigrated in 1883 and a naturalized citizen owns her own home free of a mortgage valued at $10,000 and is living at 596 Laurel Street, 7th Ward, City of St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Living with her are two unmarried children born in Minnesota to Swedish-born parents: Ellen C. Dahlquist (age 40), a Clerk in the Internal Revenue Office; and Andy Dahlquist (age 33), a Truck Driver for a Dry Cleaning Company. Also living in the house is a roomer.

The 1940 U. S. Census taken on April 9, 1940, shows Leonard J. Anderson (age 49) born in Minnesota, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 3 years of High School, is a married Live Stock Traffic Agent, and who owns his home worth $7,000 and is 257 6th Avenue, 2nd Ward, City of South St. Paul, Dakota Co., MN. Living with him are: his wife, Signe M. Anderson (age 48) born in Minnesota, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 3 years of High School; his unmarried daughter, Gene Anderson (age 18) born in Minnesota, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 4 years of High School; and his married son, John Anderson (age 16) born in Minnesota, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 3 years of High School.

Emma C. (Anderson) Dahlquist died June 28, 1941, in Saint Paul, Ramsey Co., MN, at age 75. Buried in Union Cemetery, Maplewood, Ramsey Co., MN.

Leonard Joseph Anderson died February 25, 1966, in South St. Paul, Dakota Co., MN, at age 75.

Signe Marie (Dahlquist) Anderson died May 6, 1970, in Zumbrota, Goodhue Co., MN, at age 78.

John Leonard "Doc" Anderson died February 23, 2014, in Zumbrota, Goodhue Co., MN, at age 90.


The Post-Bulletin, Zumbrota, Goodhue Co., MN, February 27, 2014

Doc John Anderson

John Leonard Anderson, age 90, of Zumbrota, died on Sunday, February 23, 2014 at his home. He was born on October 1, 1923 in St. Paul to Leonard and Signe (nee Dahlquist) Anderson. John was the younger of two children. He served in the United States Army and graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University. John started his veterinary career in Glenwood, MN and then moved to Zumbrota and built his first clinic in 1952 where he worked for over 50 years. He was the eternal optimist and had an infectious zest for life. John loved his family, getting up every day to work as a large animal veterinarian, his faith, and contributing to the community he lived in. His pastimes included golf, bridge, and downhill skiing. John is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patricia; his children, Michael (Amber Cook) Anderson of Lynden, WA, Sue Elmer of St. Louis Park, Matt (Stacie) Anderson, Jack (Renee) Anderson, both of Zumbrota, Chris (Tom) Hall of Dillon, CO; grandchildren, James (Brooke) Anderson, Hans Anderson, Tristan (Ava) Anderson, Tyler (Brianne) Robinson, Abbey Elmer, Arthur Elmer, Brady Robinson, Lane Anderson, Gretta Anderson, Chase Anderson, Neva Anderson; great-grandchild, Raven Anderson. John was preceded in death by parents, Leonard and Signe Anderson, and sister, Jean Anderson. A memorial service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at United Redeemer Lutheran Church in Zumbrota. Pastor Susan Vikstrom officiated. Visitation was from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2014 at Mahn Family Funeral Home – Larson Chapel in Zumbrota and for one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials are preferred to United Redeemer Lutheran Church, American Heart Association, Macular Degeneration Foundation, or to a charity of your choice.


 

Michael John Anderson was born July 10, 1953, in Goodhue Co., MN. Married to Amber Cook.

Susan Joan "Sue" Anderson was born November 21, 1954, in Goodhue Co., MN. Married to Craig Douglas Elmer.

Matthew James "Matt" Anderson was born June 4, 1957, in Goodhue Co., MN. Married to Stacie L. MacArthur: born 1972 in Unknown.

John Dillon "Jack" Anderson was born September 21, 1961, in Goodhue Co., MN. Married to Renee Christine Johnson/Unknown.

Christine Signe "Chris" Anderson was born June 29, 1965, in Goodhue Co., MN. Married to Tom Hall.