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Vicki Anderson Obituary

VICKI L. ANDERSON, 66 FREEPORT - Vicki L. Anderson, 66, of Freeport, passed away Friday, November 28, 2014, at University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, WI, surrounded by family and friends, after a brief illness. She was born January 27, 1948, in Monroe, WI, the daughter of John and Betty (Kamps) Schulthess. She married Richard Anderson April 3, 1971, in Pearl City, IL. Vicki worked for Micro Switch, Thermos, and Anchor Harvey. She enjoyed camping, dancing, music, and spending time with her family and friends. Vicki is survived by her husband, Richard Anderson of Freeport, IL; two sons, Michael (Elizabeth) Anderson of Broadhead, WI and Scott (Kelly) Anderson of Metropolis, IL; her daughter, Stephanie (Robert) Robb II of Winslow, IL; two brothers, Tim (Vicki) Castle and Jeff (Larae) Castle, both of Freeport, IL; her sister, Sharon (Tony) Barthel of Freeport, IL; seven grandchildren, Tess, Michaelle, Teigan, Morgan, Nathen, Tyler, and Brett; two great-grandchildren, Emmie and Chase; and her special companion, Chico. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her stepfather, Estil Baker. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 3, 2014, at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home in Freeport, with Rev. Keith Johnson officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home in Freeport. Burial will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. A memorial has been established in her memory. Please visit burketubbs.com to sign her online guestbook and to share memories.

Published by The Freeport Journal Standard from Nov. 30 to Dec. 2, 2014.
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So Sorry to hear about Vicki. Thoughts and Prayers going out to you and family.

Rose Ann Tracy

December 3, 2014

so sorry for your loss richie and family we were your neighbors on douglas st in freeport il. our kids played togetherand you helped me get my husbands wheelchair in the car to go to madison wi fro treatment.i knew vickie from junior high school in freeport and the dances we all went to. she was a very sweet person. god be with you and the family. so sorry to hear of her passing.

rose michael-paschal

December 3, 2014

Jeff & family, sorry to here of your loss. May she rest in peace.

Jay Luy

December 2, 2014

So sorry to hear about Vickis' passing. Your all in our thoughts and prayers. Where has the time gone? When all of our kids were so small on Illinois Street. Seems like only yesterday. We all send our love and thoughts to you all. Mary Lou, Monica. Bridget, and Amber.

Mary Lou Bunker

December 2, 2014

Steph, so sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family are in our prayers. Pam & Ron Conkey

Pam Conkey

December 2, 2014

sorry to hear about your loss Mike wish you and your family all the best through this difficult time.

Todd and Tonya Penniston

December 2, 2014

To Jeff & Tim Castle I am so sorry of Vicki"s passing. My sympathy to all the family.

Mary Engling

December 1, 2014

So sorry to hear of Vicki's passing. May you rest in peace dear friend. Deepest sympathy to Richie & children, and my good friend Sharon.

Pamela Hutmacher

December 1, 2014

So sorry about your loss. Brian and Patty Christen, Bend Oregon

December 1, 2014

sorry to hear of the loss. A great sister-in-law.She will be missed but not forgotten.

Jimmmy Anderson

December 1, 2014

Scott and Mike, Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Tom Eells

Tom Eells

November 30, 2014

RIP Dear Cousin.

Cathy Betzold

November 30, 2014

May the God of all comfort grant you peace at this difficult time.

November 30, 2014

were sorry for your loss!
Love to you Richie and your family and may God bless you in your time of grief.

Ron & Ruth Gustafson

November 30, 2014

So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Vicki at Micro Switch & I use to go with her to hear Richie's band play. I am also at the campgrounds where Tim is at in Savanna.

Merla Andrews

November 30, 2014

Hey Scott and Mikey. I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember growing up your mom was the coolest of all the mom's. She will be truly missed. You guys love each other and stay strong . May God bless you all.

Brian Farrar

November 30, 2014

So sorry for your loss.

Rod and Sue Wubbena

November 30, 2014

So sorry for your loss,

Rod and Sue Wubbena

November 30, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Vicki from high school. She has been a friend of the family for years.

Donna Quick

November 30, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family Steph on the loss of your Mother. May all the wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Beth & Daylon Becke

November 30, 2014

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