Service Schedule

Visitation
Friends may call at the Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home in Williston on Friday, August 3, 2018 from 9:00 AM until 7:00 PM and at the church and hour prior to services.

A Family Service will be held at 7:00 PM, Friday, August 3, 2018 at Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home Chapel in Williston.

Service
Cremation will take place. A celebration of Phil’s life will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Williston.

Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Williston is assisting the family.

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Philip Warren Anderson
February 1, 1955 - July 31, 2018

Place of Birth: Tioga, ND
Residence: Williston, North Dakota
Age: 63

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Philip W. Anderson, age 63, of Williston, ND, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at his residence in Williston surrounded by his family.

Philip Warren Anderson son of Wesley and Hazel Anderson was born February 1, 1955 in Tioga, North Dakota. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Tioga, ND. Phil attended and graduated from Tioga High School. After graduation Phil went to work in the oilfield and continued to work there until his passing.

In 1974, he married Jackie Swenson from Tioga and from this union two daughters were born; Desi and Danett. However, this marriage ended in divorce in 1979.

Phil transferred to Grenora, ND with NL Well Service and while working the oilfields he met and married Sue Langberg of Grenora. To this marriage two children were born; Tiffany and Ethan. This marriage ended in divorce but Sue and Phil continued to enjoy family time together with the kids and grandchildren. Sue remained devoted to Phil until the end.

He enjoyed his many trips and outings with his Vikings, Twins and 4-wheeling buddies! The trips to Montana were very special to him. Phil was a devoted fan to the Vikings and Twins, and even when everyone gave up on them he stayed a true fan.

Phil is survived by his children, Desi of Tioga, Danett (Jason) of Tioga, Tiffany (Dan) of Williston and Ethan of Williston; grandchildren, Jayden, Austin, Wyatt, Tucker, Lucas, Brantley, Myles and Blaine; brother, Ronald (Lavonne); and sister, Mary. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Phil was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Sandy; brothers-in-law, Harley Fetzer and Lars Normark and his nephew, Kelly Fetzer.

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Lindsey & Kelly Johnson and family (Williston)
Jul 31, 2018

Ethan, Tiffany, Sue, & family
Thinking and praying for you all. Phil was a great friend of my dad's and was always so friendly when we would see him. Rest in Peace Phil. You will be missed.

Patti and phil arp (Williston , North Dakota )
Jul 31, 2018

You will be so missed phil. Our forever friend! RIP buddy.

Monica Haskin (Williston, ND)
Jul 31, 2018

I am so sorry to hear this sad news. May God comfort you all as you are going through this. You will have a very special angel with you at all times. RIP Phill

Karen Burau (Williston, ND)
Aug 1, 2018

So many memories of Phil. He took care of our conglomerate many times through the years. Will miss him and his smile. No more pain to endure. God has you in his hands. RIP my friend.

Debora Dalla (Chugiak, AK)
Aug 1, 2018

God speed, Philip! & leave a light on for us to see you shining above!

Butch and Beverly Zahn (Williston , North Dakota)
Aug 2, 2018

Sue, Tiffany, Ethan and Family,
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his loving arms around each of you and comfort you at this sad time. Rest in Peace Phil. Love, Butch snd Beverly

Kim Enno (Williston, ND)
Aug 2, 2018

The world was a better place with Phil in it and I am lucky to have been able to call him my friend. Rest in peace Phil.

jerry norby (blue springs , mo)
Aug 2, 2018

Condolences to Philips family. He was the first person I work for in the oilfield, NL well service. I might of been the worst Derrick hand he ever had. LOL But he was kind to me. Thanks Philip for the memories.

JoAnne Lawson (Billings, MONTANA)
Aug 2, 2018

So sorry for your loss. He was a great person. Victor and JoAnne Lawson.

Tom & Connie Young (Plentywood, MT)
Aug 3, 2018

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Janet Lalim
Aug 3, 2018

RIP Phillip, so many great memories of earlier years!! You were always a great friend and a good guy!! Condolences to your family.

Sheryl (Schmidt) Golden (Coeur d alene, ID)
Aug 8, 2018

I moved to TIoga when I was a freshman and met Philip and became a good friend and will always treasure the memories of times we shared in high school and graduating in 1973 together. He was always a kind person. I will miss him and prayers to you his family and other friends.