In loving memory of

Brittany Andersen
August 3, 1995 - March 26, 2016

Brittany Andersen, age 20, of Milford and Arnolds Park died on March 26, 2016 at Avera McKenna Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD due to complications of influenza A. A memorial mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday March 30, 2016 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milford. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Milford. Visitation will be 5:00 - 7:00 PM Tuesday at the church, with a 7 PM Rosary.

Brittany Danielle Andersen, the daughter of Billy and Frances (Erdman) Andersen, was born on August 3, 1995 in Spirit Lake, Iowa. She graduated from Okoboji High School in 2014. Brittany was self employed as a house keeper. She volunteered her time by delivering for Meals on Wheels. Brittany loved music, video games, writing stories and songs, hanging with her family and chatting online with friends.

Left to cherish Brittany's memory are her parents, Frances Andersen of Milford and Billy Andersen of Arnolds Park; a brother, Allen Coffman of Spencer; a grandfather, John Erdman of Fostoria; an aunt, Jenny Erdman of Des Moines; three uncles, Jim Erdman and family of Sioux Center, Tom Erdman and family of Lenexa, KS and Rob Erdman of Sioux Falls; and her extended family members. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Jan Erdman, Billy Andersen, Sr. and JoAnn (O'Farrell) Andersen; and an uncle, Francis Erdman.


Tributes

Bella wrote on Apr 14, 2016:

"She was a good friend, and she will greatly be missed. She was also like family, and amazing, beautiful, intelligent, and much more. I'm sorry for your loss.."

Schuchert-Lentz Funeral Home wrote on Apr 14, 2016:

"she will be forever missed in our hearts.."

Ari wrote on Apr 14, 2016:

"I don't get the chance to get to know her better but she was the nicest person I ever met, I'm sorry for you loss, I will pray for her everyday..."

Jessy wrote on Apr 14, 2016:

"I'll always remember the time you helped me for my big and small problems. I miss you"

Todd, Sandy, Blake, and Mike Enderson wrote on Mar 31, 2016:

"We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you in this difficult time. "

Rodney linn wrote on Mar 30, 2016:

"So sorry for your loss,she was an amazing person"

Annamarie Hart wrote on Mar 29, 2016:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Praying comfort & peace for you as you go through this difficult time."

Carol LeClaire & Garry Adams wrote on Mar 29, 2016:

"Our sympathy to you Franki and Billie in the loss of your beloved daughter Brittany. Hugs and prayers."

John and Marlys Unrau wrote on Mar 29, 2016:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you...."

Roland and Gwen Taylor wrote on Mar 29, 2016:

"So sorry for your loss, our sympathy to you. "

Marta Blackmon wrote on Mar 29, 2016:

"What a beautiful young woman. My thoughts, prayers and love to you all. "

Sarah Egan wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Here Smile, Her Laugh. But the most I will miss about her, Is how much she was an amzing friend to me!1 She was there for me, and always made me laugh she was my BFF and i will miss her dearly!!"

Laurie & Bruce Carnine wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Billy and Franki ~ There's a Loving God watching over you. He'll stay close by your side. Wherever you are, Brittany will be in your hearts forever! You will be doing a lot of walking down Memory Lane! Love you both!"

Rhonda Nelson wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Frankie and Billy, I didn't know Brittney, but I do know what it's like to loose an adult child. My heart breaks for you. Words won't matter, draw comfort from your wonderful memories and your faith. They say God will only give you as much as you can handle. My deepest prayers for you all! May she rest in peace. "

Peggy and Dan Williams wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Peggy and Dan Williams"

Beth wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Brittany was loved by many. She grew into a beautiful. Lady. Her life with us was to short but she must have been needed in heaven. Rest in peace Brittan:y. Bllly and Frankie my heart goes out to both."

Sondra Merrick wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"i am so sorry for the loss of your daughter. It was very evident that you were also good friends."

Earl & Jan Ballou wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"So sorry for your loss, our sympathy."

Ruth Landegent wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"We knew Brittany from her years living in Sioux Center and going to our church and grade school. Sweet girl. Praying for your whole family during these sad, sad days. May God bring comfort that only He can give. You are loved and being remembered in prayer."

Ken and Diane Daws wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Franki and Billy! Our children are our hopes and dreams...so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Please know we are thinking of you!! "

Dean and Judy Sitzmann wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family. God gained another beautiful Angel whose smile will shine upon all of us."

Mick and Sue Munsen wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Our deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort in the memories you have of your loving daughter."

Ron & Kris Walker wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Our deepest sympathy! I don't think we ever saw Brittany when she wasn't smiling! We'll remember that way! Bless her soul and may she RIP. Our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family! "

Lynda Long and Dennis Emme wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"Franki and Billy, our deepest sympathy for the loss of your daughter. "

Hailey Schooley wrote on Mar 28, 2016:

"She was always one of the sweetest people at school, and regardless of how she felt she always had a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed. "

Sue Laue wrote on Mar 27, 2016:

"Brittany's soul shines bright in Heaven just as it did here on Earth. I never met two prouder parents, and she loves you both so very much. She lives in your hearts now, and know that she is safe in the arms of our Lord. "

Curtis Berry wrote on Mar 27, 2016:

"I am deeply sorry for your loss you are all in my prayers that God has wrapped his arms around you to comfort you that your beautiful girl is with him but also with him arms around you in love."

Julie Kaatz wrote on Mar 27, 2016:

"Brittany was such a delight. Bubbly, happy, funny and sweet. Franki and Billy, my deepest sympathy for your loss of your beautiful child. Hugs...."

Bob Andersen&Family wrote on Mar 27, 2016:

"So sorry for your Loss"

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Mary DeMuth wrote on Mar 27, 2016:

"Sweet girl will deeply be missed."

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