Evan "Joe" Arnold Anderson

Evan “Joe” Arnold Anderson, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 14, 2026 at Avera Maryhouse in Pierre, South Dakota, at the age of 83. He was born in Wesleyville, PA on June 12, 1943, and moved to South Dakota as a teenager, with his family.

After graduating from Deadwood High School, he joined the Marines and served in Vietnam. Upon returning, he settled back in South Dakota. He loved dogs, including Fox, his companion during his later years.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Ruby and Everett Anderson; and cousins, William “Butch” Voigt, Ramon Voigt, and Tomi Voigt. He is survived by his sister, Sheila Anderson Bain; cousins, Tane Kleist and Steve Voigt (Penny); Butch’s wife, Linda Voigt; and several friends, including Taylor Hughes.

He will be interred at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery, near his parents. Donations in his memory can be made to the Paws Animal Rescue in Pierre, SD (PO Box 954, Pierre, SD 57501, www.pierrepaws.com). Arrangements were handled by the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. Condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhomes.com.