Gail Anderson of Eugene, Oregon passed away October 1 of renal failure. She was 76. Gail was born in Kewanee, Illinois on May 18, 1935 to Fred and Odette Metz. She was married to John Anderson of Bishop Hill, Illinois on October 3, 1953.

Survivors include John Anderson, her husband of 58 years; her daughter, Linda Barnes of Springfield, OR; son, Jack Anderson of Eugene, OR; her beloved cat, Patches; three grandchildren: Jesica Brennan of San Francisco, CA; Jaclyn Lang and Jillian Barnes of Eugene, OR; one great-granddaughter, Parker Lang of Eugene, OR; sister Jeanne Metz and brother Tom Metz of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.

For 25 years Gail was a school secretary for Douglas Gardens Elementary School in Springfield, OR. Since retiring she has worked full-time doing what she did best: being wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her family, and being a true and trusted friend to those who loved her.

Buell Chapel of Springfield is in charge of final arrangements.

A private Celebration of Life service for family will be conducted by Pastor Barry Lind in the Fireside Room of the Northwood Christian Church in Springfield, OR.

Gail's family would like to thank the staff of the Green Valley Rehabilitation Health Center in Eugene, OR for their compassionate care. Truly their mission of "enhancing every life they touch" has been fulfilled.

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Published by Eugene Register-Guard on Oct. 9, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Gail Anderson

16 Entries

Vickie Sutherland

October 27, 2011

Gail was so caring always asking about Kathy and I and advising me on how do deal with life's events and kids . She was quick to up date me on her family and jack. When she retired She was so full of thing's she planed to do. I hope she was able to do most of them. I've missed her a lot and know your lose will be harder as Gail was one of a kind. I'll keep you all in may pray. I sincerely send my sympathies and condolences to you all.

October 25, 2011

Gail Anderson's family- I m so sorry for your loss. I miss Gails smiling face everytime I'd see her in the office at Douglas Gardens. She was a true delight to see everyday. Her and my mom would talk for ever it seemed everytime they got together. I always wandered thru my years about her. Im sorry for your loss again. Shannon Yates(Springfield OR)

Elisabeth Newbold

October 16, 2011

We treasure our many fond memories of Gail. We knew her as a loving and inspiring grandma to her very special grandchildren. We send prayers and love in your time of loss. May God bless all of your family with comfort as you treasure the happy memories. Love, Max, Liz, and all the Newbold Clan

October 14, 2011

To John and all the family near and far; you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most sad time as is Gail herself. She was a wonderful person full of strength and happiness of spirit inspite of all her suffering. She will always be remembered with much affection. Patricia Brennan

Miranda, Niroshan and Elizabeth Gunasingam

October 13, 2011

So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. We have such fond memories of the Brennan/ Barnes gathering for the wedding. Special hugs to John. As a couple you were an inspiration to us newly weds. If you need anything at all please ask. Love Miranda, Niroshan and Elizabeth. Xxx.

Randy Andrus

October 12, 2011

You are all in our thoughts and prayers John and Family during this difficult time. With our Deepest Sympathy. Randy & Jan Andrus, Betty Andrus, & Shauna DeGroot.

Dennis Harada

October 12, 2011

Gail was such a wonderful person...she will be missed. My heart goes out to the family

October 12, 2011

From your daughter and son-in-law you will be so dearly missed
Joe & Linda Barnes

Madelyn Case

October 12, 2011

Gail's Family: John, I am so sorry for your loss. I well remember your hospitality in Arizona, and have never forgotten you and Gail. Jean and Tom, I think you know how many times a day I think of you, and send my sympathies to you both.
Love to you all,

October 11, 2011

Your brother Tom

Jeanne Metz

October 11, 2011

We sat there...I, holding Gail's hand, my arm around her...my head in her lap.... Linda noted that she thought her mighty heart had stopped and together we watched Gail take her last mortal breath.....her suffering over. This moment will be forever in my heart for all the remaining days of my life.... and yes, little Sis, I will write your term papers for you throughout eternity. I love you. Jeanne

Daryl & Kay Curran

October 10, 2011

We are praying for you, John and your family.

Janie Vaughn

October 10, 2011

John,Linda,and Jack, So sorry for your loss... Janie and Larry Vaughn

October 9, 2011

John & Family,

I was so sorry to read about Gail's passing today in the paper. It's been a long time since we have seen Gail but I have so many great memories of Gail and your family. I knew she had been ill for quite sometime and now she is at peace. You and your family are in our prayer's and thoughts in the days ahead.

Fondly,

Janice & Dale Foster (Moe)

Brenda Morgan

October 9, 2011

Dear John and Family,
Was so sorry to hear of Gail's passing.I know she has been ill for several years.Please accept our sincere condolences...Brenda and Morgan (Eva's daughter)

Roger& Ginny Wood

October 9, 2011

Gail is at peace and as she always brought so much happiness to us all, we hope she can share our warmness and love for her and John. Love you John ane family.

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