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Svend Andersen Passes on February 14, 2022 Feb 15, 2022 10:27:21 GMT -7

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Post by Poor Richard on Feb 15, 2022 10:27:21 GMT -7

Svend Andersen Passes on February 14, 2022

Svend Andersen, 89 years old, a longtime Glastonbury resident, passed away on February 14, 2022. Born in 1932 in Denmark, Svend eventually emigrated to Canada and then to America. Known for his witty conversation, excellent memory, and exemplary mechanical abilities Svend was appreciated everywhere he went. In his native Denmark Svend solved a complex exhaust problem at the shipyard where he worked. That won him a cash prize and brought recognition for his analytic and mechanical abilities. Svend also solved problems at the logging camp he later worked at in British Columbia. The spring rains made a mess of the logging roads and several trucks slid into ditches and one overturned. Svend orchestrated the massive cleanup and had it completed in less than a day.

Svend was one of the early residents of Glastonbury. He helped a group construct a bomb shelter in preparation for the apocalypse. But because he was not a financial contributor the group locked him out of the shelter on the night the bombs were supposed to fall. Svend spent the night sleeping outside in the cold mountain air. Thankfully the bombs never arrived.

Many people will remember Svend as a warm, friendly, and outgoing person who often shared stories with a steady stream of visitors to his modest home at the end of Capricorn in North Glastonbury. He shared that house with his newly married spouse, Donna Lash-Andersen. Together they entertained folks, made them feel at home, and ensured they left with fond memories. A few lucky folks were invited to delicious and homemade dinners on holidays.

Svend and Donna kept a large garden and often shared their bountiful harvests with friends. In 2021 they sold their Glastonbury home and moved to Tennessee. The sad news of Svend's passing will cause hearts to ache and tears to be shed by many in the Glastonbury community. He will be greatly missed.

A link to the Funeral Home in Tennessee is here.

Please feel free to post comments and/or photos below in remembrance of Svend.

Svend Andersen Passes on February 14, 2022 Feb 17, 2022 9:22:40 GMT -7

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Post by Poor Richard on Feb 17, 2022 9:22:40 GMT -7

Svend Andersen - Official Obituary

Svend Andersen, a master welder, gardener and poet, completed his last job around 2 am on Valentine’s Day, 2022. With his wife, Donna, at his side, he parked his wooden shoes and left his human form with peace, dignity and honor. He died at home after a short illness.

He was born in Buerup Denmark on September 21, 1932 to Jens Christian Andersen and Karen (Jensen) Andersen. His two brothers and a sister preceded him in death. His niece Pernille Stolting Madsen and cousin Christian Andersen of Denmark stayed in touch with Svend through the years.

As a young boy, he worked alongside his father, the village blacksmith, and started shoeing horses when he was 12 years old. After his time with the Royal Danish Army, where he served with distinction, he found his way to British Columbia, Canada. There he worked first as a black smith and then as a top welder in the oil fields of Northern Canada and the Yukon Territory. Svend was widely known as a legendary fabricator and fisherman. Stories about his uncanny ability to solve construction problems are still remembered and talked about.

Svend moved to Montana in his 50’s and made Paradise Valley, north of Yellowstone Park, his home base until his late 80’s. He married his beloved Donna on June 25, 2012. They recently moved to White House TN leaving their modest mountain home at the end of Capricorn in Emigrant, MT and the long cold Montana winters behind.

Svend had a powerful presence and impact on people. He was a gentle peaceful man and a friend to all, especially children and his cat, Andy. He loved to laugh, tell stories and talk about spiritual things. He studied the teachings of Buddha and was devoted to Lord Maitreya and St. Michael, the Archangel. Though he had no children of his own, many claimed him as their father or grandfather. Svend was, however, a force to be reckoned with when he saw something that was not right or fair.

A Celebration of Svend’s life is being planned for later this Spring. If you are inclined to send a memorial it can be sent to Donna at 108 Copperfield Ct., White House TN 37188 and will be used for a charity yet to be determined.