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Arnold Andersen Obituary
Arnold (Lee) Andersen died, peacefully, on August 11. He taught at Maine South High School for 26 years. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, sons Mark (Mary) and Steven (Maria) and granddaughters, Maggi and Kara. A memorial service will be held at the Park Ridge Community Church on Sepember 16, at 11:00.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Arnold Andersen
August 27, 2019
Looking through some of my high school memories, I remembered Mr. Andersen and was sad to learn that he had passed after doing an internet search. I can't imagine that this page is monitored any longer, but just in case it is, I want his family to know that Mr. A was a wonderful teacher. I met him while a student at Maine South in the 80s and was so impressed that I finagled my way into taking earth science and then geology with him. He was funny, kind, had great stories, and was as genuine as they come. So many of the things I learned from Mr. A I am able to pass onto my son, who shares a passion for rocks and geology. Thank you Mr. Andersen, and rest in peace.
Maureen Lenke
September 16, 2017
Marilyn,
Lee was my friend and I will always be your friend. Maureen
Laurie Pegler Mallin
September 5, 2017
My condolences to the Andersen family. I had the good fortune of having Mr. Andersen for geology at Maine South in 1976. He was a wonderful, creative & kind teacher. Via memorable field trips, science experiments and funny ways to store critical geological facts, he did a fantastic job in the classroom. His greeting, Sim Sala Bim ..., was yet another humorous aspect of how he incorporated humor into the scientific study of the earth. It was a privilege to know him.
Z LaGrone
September 1, 2017
My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. Please know that God is near to give you the strength to endure during this difficult time and may the encouraging words at Hosea 13:14 help you to cope in the days ahead.
August 30, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family. In this difficult time, I hope you find peace in the god of all comfort.
Ann
August 30, 2017
To the family of Mr Andersen, my deepest sympathy. May you fine peace from the God of all comfort. 2 Thessalonians 2:16&17.
August 29, 2017
My sincere sympathy to the family of Arnold Andersen. May you find comfort from God.
August 29, 2017
God is aware of the family's affliction and deep distress. Psalm 31:7 May you find the strength you need at this difficult time.
August 29, 2017
To the Family. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
August 28, 2017
My condolences to the family hope God give you the comfort that is needed in this time WH
Joy Schaefer
August 28, 2017
I had the pleasure of learning Geology from Mr. Andersen at Maine South in my senior year 68-69. He was awesome! I never forgot him. I was Geology Chemistry double major in college. Still can remember his amusing acronyms. "Come On Mary Past Peter Till Jane Cries Tears Quickly", the geologic time scale and "Tall Girls Can Flirt And Other Queer Things Can Do" Mohs Hardness Scale. He was funny, he was knowledgeable, and he was inspiring. Please accept my condolences and take some comfort in that almost 50 years later he is well remembered. Joy Schaefer
Gresilda Varona
August 28, 2017
May the love of our Heavenly Father give you the strength to cope with your loss. John 3:16.
Carla
August 28, 2017
May the God "who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1,2
Hazel Burt
August 28, 2017
Andersen family, my condolences
May you gain comfort from John and 5;28,29 which gives hope to seeing dear love ones again.
Autumn B
August 28, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss. [We have the] hope of the everlasting life that God, who cannot lie, promised long ago.Titus1:2.
August 28, 2017
We are sorry for your loss. May God's strength comfort you. John 3:16
Y S
August 28, 2017
My sincere condolences for your loss
May Gods loving kindness bring comfort and strength to you at this very difficult time. Psalms 29:11 God gives us strength
August 28, 2017
Please accept my condolences for your loss. May you find comfort in the days ahead Matt. 5:4.
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