Richard Anderson

Rick was instrumental in every aspect of building Atlanta´s healthy economy as a leader in city government for over 20 years. Mayors and Council members relied on his financial analysis and recommendations. analysis. He dedication to the city is unmatched..

Barbara, thinking of you today. Much care and love... what an incredible partner, like you! Martha Wisbey

Barbara,
I have so many memories of working with Rick and spending time with you too. His wry humor, his intense commitment to honest, smart, local government made the hard work we did easier to do. His accomplishments were more than balancing budgets, monitoring city finances and preparing the city for a financially stable future. Rick cared about how the city would fare 50 years from now. He was part of laying the foundation for a successful city well into the 21st century. I learned...

It is hard to believe seven years have already passed since Rick entered eternal peace. The memories we shared bring back so many memories: the City of Atlanta, budget meetings, and the lighter side, trips with Barbara, Rick, and friends to watch the Gators play. I really have missed you, buddy, but Im so happy you are now in eternal happiness, peace, and joy.

The years I spent working under Rick's direction were truly a blessing. Am grateful for his patience, and for the way he cared for those who worked with him. An uncanny penchant for humor always somehow served to get the staff through some very trying challenges to the City's financial well-being. Am comforted in knowing that much of what he instilled will be at work for many generations and terms to come. Peace Be With the Anderson Family and Barbra.

Barbara,
Your Memorial Service for Rick was perfect! What a grand tribute to his life it was.
Your care of him over the past 7 years was also perfect as it could be under the circumstances. You and Eric gave it your all in giving Rick comfort and compassion.
It is my hope, by his participating in ALS Studies and donating his body to ALS Research, that a cure and/or prevention of this devastating disease will be found soon.
In closing, I'll quote from a headstone in...

Barabra -

You are a woman that I think of often and I am certainly sending you strength and love at this time. It is always hard to loss the people we love, especilly a life partner. Sending you healing prayers. Love, Martha Wisbey

Barbara and Family, On behalf of the UF College of Education, please know that we join with you in celebrating Rick and his life, and also seek to support you during this poignant life transition. With warmest regards.