Neil Philip Anderson

Neil Philip Anderson, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at St. Mary's Hospital with his niece and nephew by his side.

Born on May 17, 1935, in Rochester, MN, he graduated from Rochester High School in 1953. He went on to earn a BA from the University of MN and eventually an MS from California, Berkley, while serving in the Air Force Reserves.

Neil spent his entire career working for the Ford Motor Company where he worked in the tractor division as a financial analyst until his retirement. His career with Ford took him to many foreign countries, including India, Pakistan, and Saudia Arabia.

With Neil's love of cars and the Ford Motor Company he could always be seen driving around in the most current Ford Mustang.

Neil enjoyed traveling. The highlight was riding the Queen Mary 2 on her inaugural voyage. In addition to flying the famous Concorde jet airliner at cruising speed at over Mach 2. He was also the unofficial family historian, making a trip to visit the original Shannon family farm in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. He also connected with Anderson descendants while visiting Sweden.

Neil took pride in his heritage, spending many holidays with the Anderson relatives. He left his grand nephews amazed at the depth of his knowledge in a multitude of topics.

Neil was preceded in death by his parents, John Leonard and Fern Alice (Shannon) Anderson. He is survived by his brother, Gail Anderson; niece, Patricia Gartner (Chris); nephew, Peter Anderson (Tanya); and six grand nephews, Ian Gartner (Abbie), Max North (Brandon), Riley Gartner, Tyler Anderson (Maria), Jake Anderson, and Drew Anderson.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Channel One Regional Food Bank.

Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Anderson family. To share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com