Benjamin R. Ansley

Ansley Benjamin R. Ansley, age 99 of Arden Hills on March 29, 2003. Ben owned & operated Ansley Dairy Equipment for many years in Fargo, ND and later in Bismark, ND. Ben was a Mason and was very involved in First Presbyterian Church of Fargo from the mid 40's until he and Lyla moved to San Marcos, CA in 1979. In January 2000, failing health perpetuated his move to Presbyterian Homes in Arden Hills. Preceded in death by beloved wife of 52 years, Lyla; and grandsons, Steven Nelson & Marc Ansley. Survived by daughters, Lynn (Darryl) Nelson of Roseville, June (Dean) Hillhouse of AZ; son, Brad (Myrna) Ansley of CA; grandchildren, Sandy Hamre, David Hamre, Dr. Dan Hamre, Rob Ansley, Kelly Becker, Heather Nelson; 11 great grandchildren. A Century Celebration of Ben's life will be held Saturday, June 28th at 1 pm in Presbyterian Homes of Arden Hills with a gathering of friends beginning at 12 Noon. Arr. Holcomb-Henry-Boom North Chapel, 651-482-7606.

Published on April 6, 2003