David E. Anderson

Dave left a part of himself with every person who worked for or with him. A truly gifted, humane leader who walked the walk and extended his hand first to everyone who approached him. I am so grieved to learn belatedly of his passing -- but his presence and goodness will always be in my heart. God hold you close, Marilyn.

We remember him with love and respect here in Illinois.

To a truly great leader and inspirational man. God bless him and his family. All of us at GTE/Verizon will miss him.

Dave will be missed and may god bless his family - he was one of the good ones for sure

Dave Anderson was important to GTE, but he was also a respected leader in the broader Los Angeles community. His commitment to the less fortunate, to improving education and to making LA a better place are an important part of his legacy. My best to Marilyn and your family.

Dave Anderson was, by far, the smartest, most courageous, most compassionate, and effective CEO I've ever known. His legacy and accomplishments, admiration and respect for him, will live on in all the GTE Family who knew him. My best to you and yours, Marilyn.

I remember Dave well from the late '70's, when I arrived in Santa Monica as a young lawyer, and of course after he came back from Indiana to -- literally -- save the company in the '80's. Besides being a very capable businessman, he personified integrity. And we remember Marilyn well, too, from her docenting at the Getty Museum where my wife (Penny) worked.

God's Blessing to you all.

It was a pleasure to have worked with Dave in the early 60's. And, Marilyn you also were a treasure whom we met when you lived in Black River Falls. We were so sorry to learn of Dave's passing and we hope that you and the girls realize just how much Dave was respected wherever he worked. Our prayers are with you.

Dick and Kay Bohling