Neil E. Andersen

A great man and a wonderful friend. I enjoyed working with him in my Oregonian days.
Trivia note: I believe he had a brother who served as a bishop in the LDS Church. That made working with Neil even more of a pleasure.

Dear Karen and family - We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. What a fine man. Our condolences to your mother, siblings, and all of those beautiful grandchildren.

Joyce Hockley Smith and Elle

I had just 10 years with Neil -- but acquired memories that wouldn’t dim over the next three decades.

It started in 1970, when Neil was hired into The Oregonian Sports Department. He was 35 and one of those “Journal guys.” I was 25, dumb and under a veneer of bravado, mostly working scared. He gave me the best advice possible for a young sportswriter: “Give them the information, but make it entertaining.”

Neil was something special. He didn’t walk through a room,...

What a kind, pleasant, cheerful guy, always with a twinkle in his eye.

I remember Neil fondly because he was so kind, calm and welcoming to me when I started on The Oregonian copy desk. He was a wonderful co-worker. My condolences to his family.

My condolences go out to Mary Lou and the Andersen family. I have only known Neil for a few years but I am glad I was able to get to know him. He had a great sense of humor and I enjoyed our talks about sports and current events overall he was just a genuine kindhearted person. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Neil was a treasured colleague for 20 years. What lovely memories this great man leaves for his family, his friends, and his former co-workers.

I will always remember Neil's smile, professionalism, sharp wit and easy laugh. I'll never forget the gentle guidance he offered this rookie. Bridget Otto

I grew up reading Neil's stories about the Buckaroos as a kid. It was an honor to work with him later at The Oregonian, where he was always had the coolest head on deadline.