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Thelma Anderson Obituary


ANDERSON, Thelma "Jean" (Downey)
(Age 82)

Passed away peacefully in her sleep March 29th, 2011, in Spokane, WA. She was preceded in death by husband Erik Anderson in 1991. Survived by her son, David Anderson of Snohomish; daughter, Ingrid (Jeff) Kinder of Spokane; grandsons, Kyle, Brian and Jeffery Kinder; brothers, David "Bud" Downey and Terry Downey; numerous nieces and nephews. Jean graduated from Rogers HS and except a few years living in San Francisco, has lived her whole life in Spokane. Jean worked for Standard Oil, Data Processing Services, Cominco, and sold Avon for many years. Jean was a very generous person, giving to many charities, and dedicating her life to taking care of her family above all else. Memorial will be held at a later date. Donations in Jean's name can be made to Union Gospel Mission, Humane Society, Nat. Wildlife Federation, Red Cross or the Salvation Army. Please sign the online memorial at www.riplinger.com. Cards can be sent to RIPLINGER FUNERAL HOME, 4305 N Division, Spokane, WA 99207 , and will be forwarded to family. Family requests that if you have interesting information from Jeans earlier life, include it online or in a card.

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Published by Spokesman-Review from Apr. 10 to Apr. 11, 2011.

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Joan Moddrell

April 10, 2011

Jean sold Avon to me for several years. I enjoyed visiting with her. She was a very nice person who always showed me update pictures of her Grandchildren and family. She loved all so much. From time to time I would be in her home and did meet her children and grandchildren. My thoughts and prayers to all of you. Joan Moddrell

Bill { Sunny } Tillett

April 10, 2011

I remember Jean when I was 12 and that was 70 years ago , I was a Friend of Bud's . All of the Family made a Life Time Impression on me .She will be Truly Missed .
Bill { SUNNY } Tillett Stockton Ca.

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