On Friday March 11th, Ruth E. Carlson-Anderson, age 97, made the journey home.

She passed away at Dove Healthcare in Bloomer, after a short stay.

She had resided in Barron, since 1984, and numerous cities and states before that. Ruth was born on the home farm in the Town of Dovre on May 18, 1924. With 7 sisters and two brothers, the farm was a wonderful place to make childhood memories. The neighborhood was filled with Carlson Cousins and much of their time was centered around Dovre Lutheran Church. Ruth graduated from Chetek High School.

She met the love of her life, Jim, in Chicago and on June 16, 1945 they were married at Dovre. Housewife was her occupation, but volunteering was her calling. Girl scouts, countless church committees, hospitals and library boards were just a few of the places she gave her time. Her true passion though was Jailhouse Ministry starting it in Barron County with her friends from First Lutheran in Barron. Many hours were spent with her special friend, Barb Kirk forming bonds and ministering to the inmates at the county jail.

Ruth is survived by one sister, Naomi and numerous nephews’, nieces, and cousins.

She was proceeded in death by her husband, Jim, parents, Sigurd and Lillian (Olson) Carlson, sisters, Sigrid, Iduna, Mathilda, Agnes, Esther, Dorothy and brothers, Chris and Martin.

Per Ruth’s wishes, she will have a graveside service and burial at Dovre Cemetery in the spring.

Arrangements are being handled by Rausch and Steel Funeral Home in Barron.

Last Update: Mar 13, 2022 11:46 am CDT