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Herbert Anderson Obituary

Herbert A. Anderson
1929-2013

Herb Anderson was a proud San Francisco native, the son of Herbert and Norma. He grew up in Precita Park, attended Mission high school and was a long time resident of the Portola District for over 50 years.


Herb owned and operated Anderson & Doherty Sheet Metal Works. The two projects he was most proud of were the top of the Transamerica building and the Marin Civic Center building. Herb was also a teacher and mentor in the Sheet Metal apprenticeship program. He was also an Usher at St Elizabeth's parish for many years.


Herb served his country overseas in the Coast Guard during the Korean War. This was his only time spent away from his beloved city by the bay. He enjoyed sailing the San Francisco Bay as well as scuba diving for abalone. He also enjoyed boxing with his sons. His life was complete after World Series victories by the San Francisco Giants and the Super Bowl wins by his much-loved San Francisco 49ers.


Her is survived by Joan, his loving wife of 58 years and three children (spouses), Herbert (Sandie), Kevin (Valerie) and Regina (Janet) and granddaughters Amanda and Paige. He is survived by his younger brother Roy and predeceased by brothers Bill, Charlie and Freddie and sister Pat. He is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews.


Friends may visit after 4pm Thursday and are invited to attend the Vigil Service Thursday 7pm and the Funeral Liturgy Friday 11:30am from the chapels of Valente Marini Perata & Co, 4840 Mission St., Sf . Committal Services to follow at Golden Gate National Cemetery. Online condolences may be offerred at www.vmpandco.com.



Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Apr. 24 to Apr. 25, 2013.
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Herbert Anderson

April 29, 2013

Herbert Anderson

April 29, 2013

Uncle Herbie, you will be missed by many, near and far.

Our thoughts are with Aunt Joan, Oly, Kevin and Regina.

Love

Claudia Lewis

April 29, 2013

It is great to see the tributes from the Doherty family. My Dad spent a good portion of his life with Ed at the shop. He would be very proud to hear the positive impact he had on the Doherty family.

Herbert (Ole) Anderson

April 29, 2013

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Herbert Anderson

April 29, 2013

Dear Joan and family,

Have many memories of Herb "creating" out in the shop and tons of stories from my brothers. Herb was a mentor for them and a gentleman to the Doherty girls, Hold tjght to your family and take care.

Kate Doherty Dahl Napa CA

April 26, 2013

Herb Anderson; man of steel! my fathers partner in the Sheet metal & skylight business.taught my brothers and myself a myriad of things; from practical to funny.. Will not be forgotten, if i live to be a hundred.
Ed Doherty

Ed Doherty

April 26, 2013

Herb, Thank you for the memories....
Our thoughts and prayers and Love go to Joan and family.

Alba & Ken (Doherty) Giomi

Alba & Ken Gomi

April 25, 2013

Mr. Anderson, (as I always called him) did a great job as a dad helping raise three super kids. We will all miss you. I am glad to have had the privilege of meeting you. God Bless.

Ricky Vassallo

April 25, 2013

Herb, you taught me a lot about life and everything I know about sheet metal. Tell dad and Tiny I said hi.

Tim Doherty

April 25, 2013

Our prayers and condolences for you Joan and the family. Herb will be missed but never forgotten

Sandi & Freddie Herrera

April 25, 2013

He'll always be a "Gladiator Dad" to our family and may he rest in peace knowing he raised a great family.

Gary Wood and Family

April 25, 2013

Uncle Herb, I remember you as my funny uncle, peace and love....Go Giants!

Kelly McCarthy

April 25, 2013

Herbie,
I will never forget growing up around you watching how you could make everyone laugh. You will not be forgotten and you will be missed

Michael Butler

April 25, 2013

To My Anderson Family:
Each time we embrace a memory, we meet again with those we love for our heart never forgets. With deepest sympathy, God Bless you and Uncle Herb.

Laura (Marryatt) Sexauer

April 25, 2013

He will be missed by many. I loved him very much. I wish I could be there for the service but all my love goes out to my family who will be there. I love you all and send my best wishes.

Erica Lewis

April 25, 2013

Too all the Anderson Family my deepest thoughts and prayers go out to Joan, Herbert, Kevin, Regina, From the Smith Family. You were be the best yard neighbors a family cold have I remember all the times your dad would pick us up from football practice always with a smile on his face, strong man and a good father most of all, Love you guys John

John Smith

April 25, 2013

I was proud to be his son. He was a great human being. Strong,silent, intellegent and sensitive if you really knew him. An Old time San Franciscan Native son. Godspeed Dad.

Kevin Anderson

April 24, 2013

To all of my Anderson Friends: I'm sorry you lost "Uncle Herb"...he was a great guy.

Tony Ferguson

April 24, 2013

Uncle Herb, much love and respect. xoxo

Mary McCarthy

April 24, 2013

You have reached the safe harbor Herbie.
Old shipmate,

Alan

Alan Brooks

April 24, 2013

He was a class act and like a brother to me.

Uncle Timmy

Tim Harrington

April 24, 2013

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