Olmsted County MINNESOTA Biographies.....Erick E. Amundsen January 16 1855 - 
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Mike Oiseth MOISETH@mn.rr.com March 10, 2005, 9:15 am

Author: Joseph Leonard, History of Olmsted County, Minnesota

ERICK E. AMUNDSEN was born in Dane county, Wisconsin, January 16, 1855,
and is a son of Eliff and Gertrude Amundsen, both of whom were natives
of Norway, who came to the United States at an early day, located in
Wisconsin, and there resided for a number of years, and were married. In
1857 they came to Olmsted county and took up a tract of government land
in section 27, Salem township, and there spent the remainder of their
lives. They were industrious and law-abiding people, and became well
known and were highly respected for their correct and blameless lives
and good conduct. The father was one of the founders of St. Olaf's
Church, and when he passed away in 1906 he was laid at rest in the
family lot in the adjoining cemetery. His wife, who passed away in 1908,
sleeps her last sleep by his side. They built up a large and valuable
property during their useful lives. Erick E. spent his youth assisting
his parents on the farm and in attending the district schools in the
winters. In 1909 he married Miss Gruna Larson, a native of Norway, and
their union has been a happy one. They reside on the old homestead in a
beautiful new modern house which is tastefully furnished and decorated
with choice samples of needlework done by Mrs. Amundsen. They have a
large, fine barn and cement walks and many other up-to-date comforts and
conveniences, all obtained by their own industry and sound management.
They worship at St. Olaf's Church, where they hold membership. Mr.
Amundsen is a Republican and takes much interest in all public affairs.
He holds stock in the Telephone, Lumber and Creamery Companies. Ole
Amundsen was born in Salem township, December 11, 1857, and lives on an
adjoining farm. In 1886 he married Miss Anna Johnson, a native of
Norway, and they have three children: George, Julia and Agnes.

Additional Comments:
Joseph Leonard, History of Olmsted County, Minnesota: together with sketches of many
of its pioneers, 
citizens, families, and institutions. Chicago: Goodspeed Historical Association,
1910.

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