Daryl Anderson, 88, of Reeder, ND passed away at his home on Monday, August 14, 2017.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Daryl Viggo Anderson was born on January 8, 1929 to Viggo and Alma (Askland) Anderson. Daryl attended school in Reeder, ND, graduating with the class of 1947. Growing up on the family farm, he decided to pursue his interest in agriculture by attending NDSU in Fargo, ND. He graduated in 1951 with a degree in Ag Economics and returned home to start his farming and ranching career.


Daryl met his wife Lois Richardson in the summer of 1963 in Lewistown, Montana where both were coincidentally on vacation with friends. They were married on October 10, 1964 in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. They made their home in Reeder where they raised their children.


Daryl was a lifelong farmer and rancher, growing small grains and raising Hereford cattle. He was involved in and served on the boards of many ag-related organizations, most notably for 34 years as an Adams County Soil Conservation District board member. He was also a Mason and a Shriner, belonging to the El Zagal Rangers motorcycle unit.


Daryl is survived by his son, Douglas, daughter and son-in-law, Lonna and Sheldon Sanford and grandson, Shawn, Jordan and Tanner Sanford. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.