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LEO ANDERSON Obituary
LEO RALPH ANDERSON (Age 91)
On Friday, October 4, 2013 of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Jennie P. Anderson and the late Pauline A. Anderson; father of John R. (Wendy) Anderson, Mary A. (Jim) Seavey and Elizabeth A. Sargent; step-father of Terrence M. (Suzanne) Shelton and the late Gail Marie Baker; grandfather of John Anderson Jr., Patrick Anderson, James Seavey Jr. and Anthony Sangabino. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD 20901, (Valet Parking), Monday, 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bernadette's Church, 72 University Blvd., East, Silver Spring, MD 20901 on Tuesday, October 8 at 10:30 a.m. Entombment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael the Archangel, 805 Wayne Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20910.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Monica Wilks
October 22, 2013
My heart goes out to you Mary and your family. Remember, that he is out of sight, but never will he be out of mind and heart. Psalm 73:26
Rosalind Ransby
October 10, 2013
Mary, sorry to hear about your loss. I remember you telling such humorous stories about your Dad. The look on your face, the smiles, and laughter and how your stories could go on forever. Always remember the good times and your love for your Dad and how much he loved you. God is watching over you and your family.
Ann Rowe, The Fentress Family, The Boyle Family, The McCloskey Family
October 9, 2013
May God Bless you and your family during this time of sorrow. Many years have passed since we have heard from this side of the family, however, we have happy memories when everyone gaithered at Aunt Annies house on Sundays.
Zacoyia Clark
October 8, 2013
Mr. Anderson!!!! Such sad news, but such good memories! I will never forget my kindergarten days at St. Michael's School with Ms. Wheelhouse, Mrs. O'Brien and Mr. Anderson!!!! To this day, I have fond memories of our time together including you singing with us and I still remember feeling jealous that at coloring time we had to use crayons and you got to use markers! Hey- and you better not touch his markers! Love that man! It was so much fun to spend my younger years with you and bond together. I remember we would always ask you why you had to leave after morning recess and you would reply- “if I don't leave my wife will get you.” I never understood what that meant but would sadly, say ok…
As I sit here remembering the good times, I recall the last time I saw you was at Sister Mary Raymond's Funeral, and while standing there talking to you I remember telling you that that after all those years- you were still the same ol' Mr. Anderson!!
May the Lord bless your family and my prayer is that they will know you left a lot of wonderful memories and stories behind with the kindergarten classmates at St. Michael's! May your soul rest in peace.
Lawrence and Lois Westcott
October 8, 2013
Mary my friend,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God keep his loving arms around you during this time of grief and always.
October 8, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God keep His loving arms around you during this most difficult time.
Vickie Ellison
Rochelle Edwards
October 8, 2013
Mary, Sorry to hear the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Sherry Crumpler
October 7, 2013
Mary,
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Christine Carbone
October 7, 2013
Uncle Ralphie was the greatest! He always put a smile on our faces. His lively personality was joy to be around. He also taught me how to play roulette, of course I never had the stylish lucky outfit to wear like he did. We will miss him. Know that he was very loved on the West Coast.
Bonnie Reed
October 7, 2013
Mary, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Those we cherish will always live on in our memories.
Greg and Kathleen Ordile
October 7, 2013
Jim, Mary, and Jimmy,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family members during this tough time. May the Grace of God give you strength to get through this tough time and remember the good times. God Bless.
Mike, Tim, Tracy & Shelby Simmons
October 7, 2013
Mary, Jim & Jimmy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and always. You know how much we love you all and think of you as family.
Love & Hugs,
Mike, Tim, Tracy & Shelby Simmons
Greg and Kathleen Ordile
October 7, 2013
Jim, Mary, and Jimmy,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the Grace of God be with you and comfort you and help you to remember the good times with your loved one.
October 7, 2013
Mary, Jim & Jimmy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your dad was a lovely person.
Giselle
October 7, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow
Marcie Jones
October 7, 2013
Mary and Family,
May God comforts and strengthen you and your family in the loss of your father.
Jimmy Eiden
October 7, 2013
So sorry for you loss Mary. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Carmella Brown
October 7, 2013
Mary, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Losing a love one is never easy. What carries us through is remembering all the fond memories and special times spent together. Keeping "those" memories close to the heart helps us to cope. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jenn Warrick
October 7, 2013
Elizabeth and family,
We are deeply sorry to hear about Ralphie. We wish you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. With sincere sympathy,
Frank + Christel Gormanns
October 7, 2013
We are very sad. We have a lot of memories from our vacation with Ralphie,
Mary, Jim and Jimmy. Love you Ralphie.
Cheryl Berthoud
October 6, 2013
Mary and Elizabeth, my sisters of the heart,
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time, please know that I am here for you.
Ralph was a sweet, funny man who knew how to live life to its fullest and inspired everyone who knew him to do the same.
"Those we love and lose are always connected by heartstrings into infinity." Terri Guillemets
October 6, 2013
On behalf of the Eastern Division of the International Association of Fire Chiefs
We are sorry for your loss
Colleen Ryan
October 6, 2013
Mr. Anderson has touched so many lives at SMS. He always had a warm smile on his face and a mischecious gleam in his eyes. I feel so blessed to have known him.
John Eskew
October 6, 2013
One of the finest Engineers for The Washington Terminal. He was a class act and a great person. The Railroad missed him when he left but the memories still live on to this day. Our prayers go out to the family.
October 6, 2013
I remember Mr. Anderson as a loving Kindergarten aide at St. Michael School. He was a kind man and had a smile for everyone.He was so helpful to Sister Mary Raymond. We were all touched by his gentle, caring ways. He made our world a sunnier place. Sincerely, Diana Hellinger
suzanne battisfore boyle
October 6, 2013
sorry for ur loss ,prayer for the family ....I talked to johnny awhile back ,sorry I didn't get a chance to go see him ......
Jennifer Blaine
October 6, 2013
Mr. Anderson touched the lives of many teachers and students at St. Michael School, where he volunteered for many years as a Kindergarten Aide. He was a sweet, generous man who always had a smile and kind words. My prayers for comfort to Jennie and his family. I'm sure that Sister Mary Raymond was there to welcome him into paradise. May he rest in peace.
October 6, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in family, friends and prayer (Psalm 65:2) during this difficult time.
Geoff & Lee Ann Wharton
October 6, 2013
Elizabeth,
Geoff and I are so sorry for your loss. Although this is a chaotic time of emotions, you have built a lifetime of wonderful memories to keep Ralphie's legacy strong. We will be covering you and your family in prayer for the coming days and weeks. love....
John Anderson, jr.
October 6, 2013
My grandpa, the most loving and caring man The Lord ever put on this earth. He will be missed but never forgotten. My prayers are with him and our family. Dont cry,Take a second and smile for him, he would want that. Thanks for all the great memories. Your grandson, John jr. And family, Kristine, Lauren, Brandon, and Taylor
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