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Chelsea Anderson Obituary
Her spirit continued to fight hard but, after fighting the effects of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis for almost thirty-five years, her body was too tired. Now, her life continues as the angel that all who knew her believed her to be.
Chelsea was born in Anacortes, Washington to Keith and Donna Anderson. Her porcelain skin and bright blue eyes captivated all who met her from her first breath. She was third in line of five girls and big sister to her only brother Jakob. At eighteen months old, she was diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis and her courageous, lifelong battle began. Her body did not allow her to do all the things she wanted but it did not stop her from doing all that she could.
She loved to sing, write, take long drives, and chase tornadoes when she lived in Kansas. There was little in life that she feared. All who were blessed to be a part of her life knew of the purity of her heart and the kindness she gave so freely. Her loved ones take comfort knowing that she is in heaven running, riding a bicycle, dancing, jumping and free from a body that held her captive all of her life.
Chelsea was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, Vance and Wanda Anderson, and Donald Taylor.
She is survived by her parents, Keith and Donna Anderson; sisters, Wendy Lawrence (Michael), Elizabeth Dixon (Brent), Johanna Anderson (Anthony), Megan Smith (Nathaniel); brother, Jakob Anderson; grandparents, Wilma and Lyle Kuhns; twelve nieces and nephews as well as aunts, uncles, many cousins and friends.
Memorials in Chelsea's name may be made to the Anacortes Public Library, Anacortes Soroptimist Club, the Arthritis Foundation or to the family.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 21, 2009 at the Anacortes Lutheran Church with Pastors Debra Benson and Chris Anderson officiating.
Arrangements are in the care of Evans Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc., Anacortes, WA and the San Juan Islands. To share memories of Chelsea, please sign the online guest register at www.evanschapel.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Chelsea Anderson
David
June 27, 2025
Still missing you. Think of you often.
Kirsten Smith
February 12, 2023
Chelsea's sweet Spirit lit up every sky. The sweet words that lifted off of her tiny lips were always sweet and full of love. If ever anyone needed to be lifted up they just needed to be around her. I see her in every bright billowy cloud with a sun reflecting off of it.
David S.
August 6, 2021
I still think of you, Chelsea, and often. I miss you and as my last girlfriend I hope to see you again.
Wendy L
February 22, 2009
To the Anderson Family
I am so sorry to hear about Chelsea’s death. I was so blessed to have met her. She was a sweet, fun and a delight to be around. I met Chelsea on a radio station call in. I would listen every night before I would fall asleep. The radio station had request for anyone to call in to dedicate a song for their loved ones. The radio DJ assistant put us on three way and we just clicked. I remember taking Chelsea to my school to meet all my friends. She had disabilities but that never got her down. I really wish I had spoken with her the last few years. I will never forget her smile and her singing. I know she is not in pain anymore and I will get to see her again one day. I love you Anderson family and I hope we will try to keep in contact with each other.
Love you Always Chelsea,
Wendy Joy L
Sara Fetter
February 20, 2009
Keith and Donna, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Chelsea was a beautiful, amazing and strong woman. I knew her only briefly and through the years was trying to reconnect with her through Wendy L., unfortunately this last attempt was too late.
I feel so incredibly blessed to have known Chelsea, she was a force not easily forgotten with her strong spirit and beautiful laugh. She had an amazing capability to draw people in and want to be around her.
As someone said earlier, it's so easy to envision her as an angel and that Dear Chelsea, is so true.
Many feel blessed to have you touch their lives and while you may be gone, our memories will never be.
Till we meet again, dear friend,
Chelwensa!
Regina Henderson
February 20, 2009
Chelsea was always a shining light, a breath of fresh air. I knew her in high school & always enjoyed talking with her or just being around her. She will be missed by many but I know she's up in heaven singing down to us with her beautiful voice:-)
Geno Lamphiear
February 19, 2009
Donna, Keith & Family,
Our familys' thoughts and prayers are with you all...
Chelsea was a bright light that touched many lives...
- she continues to do so now...
- and she will for a very, very long time.
Geno Lamphiear
(San Pancho, Mexico)
Douglas Bartolovic
February 18, 2009
Donna & Keith My thoughts & prayers are with you through this difficult painful time. Chelsea was aways a great inspirational outgoing person during the school years. She will aways shine through memories and now she is in a better world called heaven up there with my dad. As the sun shines upon you it is the warmth of the person that you love and cared for throughout your life reminding you that they are still in our hearts & memories forever.
Margaret Cook
February 18, 2009
Donna & Keith,
I have fond memories of working with Chelsea in school those many years ago. She was always willing to try, despite her difficulties.
Bless you both at this difficult time and the loss of a precious daughter.
Margaret Cook
Linda Spencer Heide
February 18, 2009
Donna and Keith...
My thought are with you at this most difficult time.
Paula Schaefer
February 18, 2009
Donna & Keith,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now. I only briefly knew Chelsea when she would stop in and see her mom at work. I was always struck by her strength of purpose, love for life, and love for her family.
Paula Schaefer
Kirsten Smith (Nelson)
February 17, 2009
Chelsea was one of the most delightful friends I had in High School. Our lives meshed and for that I'm so grateful. I will remember fondly choir class together. I will truly miss you but it's so easy to envision you as an angel. Thanks girlfriend, for always smiling and shining love into everyones lives.
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