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Vernon Anderson Obituary

Vernon I. Anderson

April 17, 1930 - January 18, 2013

SALEM - Vern was born in Brisbane, North Dakota to William and Nancy Anderson. He was the youngest of eleven children. Vern was married to Joan Anderson and they celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary in December. He was a wonderful father and grandfather and had a playful spirit.

Vern served in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort Lewis, Washington during the Korean War. He loved fishing and enjoyed watching his favorite football team, the San Francisco 49er's.

He is survived by his sons Terry Anderson & Joe Anderson, daughter Kim Van Zandt (Karl), son Greg Anderson (Jeana), daughter Kelly Davison (Shawn), brother Donald Anderson, sisters Joyce and Esther, five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

A private service will be held.

Published by The Statesman Journal on Jan. 23, 2013.
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I am so sorry to hear about Mr.A. Haven't seen the family for decades but I am truly sorry you lost the companionship of such an amazing man. I know you will miss him.

Kelly Kraft-Daoud

July 2, 2013

Truly my favorite aunt and uncle, Greg, Kim & kelly I am so sorry for your loss. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you guys, Cousin- Steven Anderson

Steven Anderson

June 13, 2013

Mr. A- you always made me laugh until I almost cried!! Your happiness was infectious and you would always light up a room. You and Mrs. A did and still hold a very special place in my heart!!??????????

Dawn Landess-Sledge

March 3, 2013

Kelly I am so sorry to hear of this news. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tifany Smith (Scott)

February 21, 2013

Greg & Jeana and family We are so sorry for your loss. God Bless You.

Mike & Georgi Rivett

January 25, 2013

I'm sorry to hear such heartbreaking news. I hope that pleasant memories of past good times will help ease the minds of those who mourn. My thoughts are with the Anderson family at this sad time. I know that these are wonderful people, yet I did not know them, but I do know one of their kids which tells me how great that they truly were. They must have been awesome parents.

January 24, 2013

Our prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in knowing that your parents touched so many people with love. Bob and Pam Battin (Davenport)

Pam Davenport-Battin

January 23, 2013

Vernon's Family - I remember many Rainbow meetings and function, and how the girls loved him.
Rest in God's Love.

Karen Rosgen

January 23, 2013

Uncle Vern is my favorite uncle. He taught me as a young boy, how to be a man, a father, and a grandfather. I am grateful that he was such a wonderful part of my life. I know that he loved us and enjoyed us. He made life fun, and always had a positive outlook on life. My love of sports came from him, by playing catch of either a baseball, whiffle ball :), or football. Then there was pool, as he had a pool table in his garage, and boy could he "run the table". Two of my favorite memories was him taking me from Salem to Portland to watch the Portland Beavers. That was my first baseball game to watch, and we witnessed Lou Piniella, David Nelson, and Jose Vidal hit a home-run out of the park in the direction of centerfield. During one summer he came to watch me pitch, and it was a surprise to see him in the stands.

I love you Uncle Vern, and thank you for being you. I look forward to seeing you again, in heaven.

With Love
Dennis "Andy"

Dennis "Andy" Anderson

January 23, 2013

Kathryn Ong

January 23, 2013

I think about the deep sorrow the family must be going through: The tragedy of a mother and father dyeing in a fire is tens times worse than a parent dyeing of an illness, or a medical condition. While there are no words to express, which would help them feel comfort, I hope they will feel comfort in knowing the love their parents gave to them, while they were growing up was such a blessing, and will forever be with the family! While I was not a part in their daily lives, and I was in and out of the picture, I feel very blessed to have known the parents of my dear friend Kim! The “A's” may not have had a lot of money, but they gave their all and everything they had to bring up their children with respect, love, caring, correct societal ethics, a well balanced social upbringing, and to afford them a good education. The “A's” were an inspiration to me, and I feel very blessed to have known them. May the Andersons rest in peace!

Robin Campbell

January 23, 2013

Simple, honest, and couragous. Was passionate in his love of Jesus.

January 23, 2013

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