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Glen T. Anderson 1920 ~ 2005 Glen Thornton Anderson, 85, died March 7, 2005 at his home in American Fork. Born March 3, 1920 in American Fork, Utah, the son of Warren Fielding and Millie Thornton Anderson. He married Maurine Spafford June 28, 1941 in American Fork their marriage was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Glen was educated at the LDS Business College and at San Francisco College of Mortuary Science, he was a licensed Funeral Director. He served in the U.S. Army for three years during World War II seeing action in North Africa and Italy. In 1939, he started in banking as the Custodian, later serving as President of the Bank of American Fork and retired as the Vice Chairman of the Board in 2004. He served on the American Fork City Council, two terms as Mayor of American Fork, and two terms as a State Legislator. He served as Director, Vice President, and President of the American Fork Rotary Club. Served for 14 years on the American Fork Hospital Board including a term as Chairman. Glen was a High Priest in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many positions including in a bishopric. He was an avid gardener, enjoyed horseback riding, and snowmobiling in American Fork Canyon. Survivors include, his wife two daughters and a son: Mrs. George (Trudy) Casteleiro, Arlington, TX; Mrs. Fred (Christine) Fairclough, Salt Lake City; David ( Marie) Anderson, American Fork; seven grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Funeral services will be held Friday March 11, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. in the American Fork 4th Ward 455 East 300 North. Friends may call Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson & Sons Mortuary 49 East 100 North and Friday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. prior to the services at the church. Burial in the American Fork City Cemetery. Military Rites by VFW District # 4.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Mar. 9, 2005.

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Marion Casteleiro

March 10, 2005

Dear Maurine, Trudy, Christine, David and all of the Anderson Family,

I want to express my sincere sympathy to you on the passing of Glen. My heart aches for all of you. I know that we are never prepared to lose someone we love but, the suddeness of Glen's death makes this all the more difficult.



Each of you is in my thoughts and prayers. I cannot stop thinking about you and praying that you will find peace and comfort. I wish that I could be there in person to express my sympathy. And, I know that my mother does, too. At a time like this distance is really a terrible thing.



I have always had great love and respect for Glen. He was so kind to me. I remember staying with you in American Fork and he took me on a tour of the Bank. We covered every inch. Then, after dinner he told me, "Now, tomorrow we are going to tour the mortuary."

I wouldn't go! I was such a wimp. I always smile when I think of that time.



I remember especially our days together in Dallas when George and Trudy were sealed. They remain very precious memories.



Please know that my mother and I are sending you our deepest sympathy.



Love always,

Marion

Doug Richards

March 9, 2005

I want to express my sympathy to Maurine, Trudy, Christine and David and to say how much I appreciated Glen. As a very young we would often ride horses together up to the canyon. Through the years whenever we saw each other we reminisced those times fondly.



Doug

Ina Landry

March 9, 2005

Chris, Lindsey & Family,



I'm very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you during this sad time.



Ina Landry

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