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Kris Anderson Obituary
lando Edgewater High School. His family knew him affectionately as "Big Unk." He is survived by his loving wife, Dr. Mary I. Porter, and his siblings Willard M. Anderson, Jr., Kim Anderson Bahlke, and Wendy Anderson Black. He is predeceased by his parents Willard Marvin Anderson, Sr., Doris Marie Hoffmann Anderson, and his sister Karen Marie Anderson. Kris loved football and the University of Florida, where he was an offensive lineman from 1970-1974 and a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. After his playing days he was the terminal manager at Roadway Sarasota/Bradenton for many years. Kris was a Gentle Giant who enjoyed gardening, woodworking, oldies music and animal rescue. Kris will be dearly missed by his family and he leaves us with many wonderful memories. Toale Brothers
Funeral Homes, Colonial Chapel, Sarasota, will hold a visitation May 8th from 4-7PM and a memorial service May 9th at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that contributions be made to Tidewell
Hospice and Manatee County Humane Society.
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Christine Satterfield
April 29, 2019
I miss you Big Unc!!!! There isn't a day that goes by where you aren't in my thoughts!!! You are/were the very best!!! I continue to brag on you every day! I love ❤ you and miss you so very much!! I truly cherish each and every memory I have about you!! I pray that you are with your family watching over your loved ones. You are sorely missed. I love you ❤
Christine Satterfield
November 25, 2015
My Uncle was probably the very best man I've ever known!!! When I was a lil girl my big Unc bought me a special doll just 2 make me feel special!!! He always made me feel special n I just hope he knew just how much he meant 2 me!!! Uncle Kris I think of you daily n miss u so very much!!! I look forward 2 us meeting again!!! I love you!!! Your niece...
Dave Cannarella
May 14, 2009
Dr Porter, Will, Kim, Wendy,
I just heard from Ken Meyer that Kris has passed away. I lived next door to the Anderson family in Kingswood Manor in the 60's and attended Edgewater High with Kris. I also just heard that Karen had passed away. Kris was the best man at my wedding to Debbi Pittman in 1971. He also attended my second wedding to Debbi. Kris was such a great guy and we shared many adventures during our youth. His family (and the world) will miss his cheerfulness and friendliness. I wish I had stayed in touch. My thoughts are with your family as you make it through this difficult time
Gary Padgett,Esq.
May 11, 2009
To Dr. Porter/Anderson Family,
I had the honor of knowing Kris all four years we both played football at UF. We were both offensive tackles and I played next to him and Burton Lawless when he became a guard. I saw Kris only briefly in the interim years after football, but still remember how during practices at Florida Field his parents were often there to lend him support. I also have a good friend, Dr. Samuel Hathy, who was a trainer for the Gator football team who will undergo a stem cell transplant this Friday for multiple myeoloma. We mourn Kris passing and extend our condolences to the whole family. Kris was and will always be a Gator Great.
God Bless Kris and his family.
Bobby Whitley
May 11, 2009
Mary
I have been out of town visiting relatives the past week and a half and just got caught up with the newspapers. I was so sorry to hear Kris had passed away and that I wasn't aware of the funeral. I would certainly have been there. It was wonderful to have known him for, unfortunately, a short time. I know each time my LSU plays UF, he'll still be urging on the Gators. I'll talk to you soon.
Kenneth Meyer
May 10, 2009
Dear Mary, Will, Kim and Wendy,
I just heard of Kris' passing from Donna Glenn Collins. Mary, remember when you and Kris visited Burk and I in Atlanta. I remember Kris when we grew up together in Kingswood Manor and when we were in College together at the U of F. He was such a wonderful person. I am glad I was able to see him at Wendy's wedding near Birmingham and again in Atlanta and regret we didn't keep in touch more frequently. May God Comfort all of you and may we always have fond memories of each other.
Steve Andreu
May 10, 2009
Dr. Porter, Will, Kim and Wendy,
I too knew the Anderson family during my years growing up in Kingswood Manor, Kris was always a pleasant guy to be around. As Donna said it's hard to believe Kris and Karen are gone, I did not realize Karen had passed until now. I do know the sorrow in losing someone close as I lost my own sister this month last year, but we do go on and keep them alive in our memories.
Best to all of you and your families.
Dave Potter
May 9, 2009
Dear Mary,
It was an honor to know and serve you and Kris at RWCC.
I wish only the best for you going forward with God.
Respectfully Yours,
Dave Potter, Security Chief (Ret.)
Grace Smith Austin
May 9, 2009
To the Anderson Family and Dr. Porter,
May your hearts be filled will loving memories and touched by the glow of Kris's smile. I was classmate at EHS with Kris he was a gentle giant, and always had time for everyone.We were blessed to have spent time with him and shared a piece of his life. A flame still glows and always will called Kris.
Mark Steele
May 9, 2009
Dr. Porter, I never had the opportunity to meet you, but I want to extend my deepest sympathy for your loss. I worked for Kris in the late 70's at Funstuf, Inc., a toy company based in Winter Park which made such “memorable” products as the Pet Ghost, The Nerd and the Incredible Hulk with Rage Cage. This was my first full-time job after high school, and I always appreciated the fact that Kris gave me the opportunity to supervise the second shift production crew. I have many fond memories of my time spent with him whether it was our lunch trips in his Trans Am to stuff ourselves with all-you-can eat pizza or spaghetti, the races at the go-cart track that was across the street from our facility, or working an all-nighter to meet a shipping deadline. Kris was a great friend and mentor, and looking back now, I realize how many of the skills I have used in the past 30 years can be attributed to him.
Suzanne Cady
May 8, 2009
I knew Kris a long time ago and thought of him as a friend. I was sorry to read of his passing. He will be missed by many.
May 8, 2009
Dr. Porter. We obviously did not know your Kris...or the battle he had been waging. We are at a loss for your loss.
Fondly.
Peggy and Peter Lowndes
Sarasota
Sandra Hill
May 8, 2009
Dear Dr. Porter, It was with great shock and sadness that I view the obituary of your dear husband. I too lost my husband at a relatively young age, and I understand all the feelings that you are dealing with at this time. You have my sincere sympathy.
Most sincerely, Sandra Hill
dental patient
May 8, 2009
Dear Doctor Porter,
Our prayers are with you and your family at this time of mourning.
God bless you and keep you in His peace.
William and Christine Dermody
Kevin Meisel
May 8, 2009
Dear Anderson Family,
Although Kris was a few years older, I remember him going off the high dive at the Kingswood Manor pool back in the 60's. He always made a big splash and kept everyone smiling!
I invite you and all Kingswood Manor "old timers" to the KMA pool dedication to my father, Coach Harry Meisel, on Saturday, May 16th at 11:00 am. Amid the sorrows of Kris' passing, perhaps we can gather to share the fond memories of our youth in Kingswood.
Please know that you will remain in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of your brother, Kris.
Take Care & God Bless You Always...
Kevin Meisel & The Meisel Family
Des & Pauline Keenan
May 8, 2009
Doctor Porter - We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you at this time of mourning. Kris will be remembered in our prayers.
Glen Tegg
May 8, 2009
To a wonderful guy that now has no pain, the thoughts and prayers to the family during this time of sorrow. The pain will pass but the wonderful memories will last. May God Bless you all.
Terry & Susan Romine
May 8, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Debbie Vaden Lewis
May 7, 2009
It is so hard to express the loss I feel with the passing of my special friend. My heart is truly broken for you Mary... I know he was a wonderful husband and that you will miss him terribly.
Kim, Wendy and Bill, You know that Kris and I were friends for as long as I can remember...and I have such happy and wonderful memories of him...both in high school, college and beyond. I regret that our paths did not cross later in life, but he knows that whenever I thought of him, the wonderful, warm memories of our friendship flooded back. Kris, I miss you ......
Gary Albright
May 7, 2009
I knew Kris from our days at Edgewater and then at Florida. I was in awe of him. His athletic abilities were exceeded only by his interpersonal graciousness. I will remember him every time I am at The Swamp as his spirit will certainly forever be a part of Florida Field. May the Lord hold him close and bless his soul.
Stephen O'Hara
May 7, 2009
Kris 'was' EHS. To the good times! Today, Kris is at peace.
Judy Hackett Bryant
May 7, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time... May your WONDERFUL memories help to ease the pain...
Beckie Paxton Nix
May 7, 2009
My heart breaks for the family of my dear high school friend. May God wrap His strong arms of love around each of you, and give you the grace and strength you need at this time and always.
Debbie Haley
May 7, 2009
I grew up with Kris and have many fond
memories of us when we were kids. He lived in Kingswood Manor and I lived in Asbury Park,just a few streets away from each other. Kris was one of my favorite friends growing up, he was a good person and a good friend. As adults,
we had only seen each other at reunions he attended and when we saw each other it was like nothing had changed and we were still the two kids from the neighborhood. I will miss the opportunity
to see Kris again next year at our 40th reunion. But, I know he will be there in spirit and the Class of EHS 1970 will never forget him. We Love you Kris, see you again someday.
May 7, 2009
Kim Wendy, Bill and Dr. Porter,
I just got an e-mail from Robert Trend telling me about Kris. I am so sorry.I loved Kris. Growing up he was like a big brother to me. I can't believe Karen and Kris are gone from us for now. I will never forget the joy I had being with the Anderson's. God Bless all of you!
Donna Glenn Collins
Robert Trend
May 7, 2009
To the Anderson Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kris, say 'Hi' to Fred & Lee for me.
May 7, 2009
Mary, Kim, Kris and Kelly,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
Our families enjoyed many, many Gator weekends together at the Cabot Lodge and tailgating. Boy, Kris did Love his Gators. He will now have the best seat in the "Swamp" to watch them and all of us. We will miss his smiles, cheery disposition as well as the love he showed for all of his family, but know that he is now at peace in heaven.
Love, Marilyn Hope, Tracey, Katie, and Janet Hope.
Heather Judd
May 7, 2009
Kris we love you! And miss you. You're in a better place now, you will never be forgotten. Love the Judds.
Joan Hoffmann Brassfield
May 6, 2009
Mom and my thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. We have wonderful memories of the Hoffmann and Anderson families getting together for summer vacations...those will be our memories. We're glad that Kris is at peace now with the Lord
Kristi Jackson
May 6, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Diana McKinley
May 6, 2009
My sympathy to the entire family. May the Lord give you peace in the days to come.
Frank Pazulski
May 6, 2009
Dear Dr. Porter,
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. We hope you have comfort in knowing that the hearts and prayers of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dr. Frank Pazulski & staff
Dorothy Ozburn
May 6, 2009
Dr. Porter: I know what a terrible time this is for you and my heart and prayers are with you. There are no good words at this time, only hugs and love help so consider yourself hugged!
Jo Winger Streep
May 6, 2009
I lived across the street from the Anderson family in Kingswood Manor. Kris was always a very kind person and never acted better than anyone else even when he became a star player at UF.
My sympathy to the entire family.
Jo Winger Streep
Tom Randolph
May 5, 2009
Kris, you were one of my best friends growing up. I loved you primarily because of the tremendous amount of faith God gave for such a big man. I believe you were the best offensive lineman that ever played for the Edgewater Eagles. Thanks for opening up so many gigantic holes for me to run through as a full back for the team. When you meet Jesus in heaven please let Him know that I look forward to meeting Him soon too and then we both can play football again in our new and perfect bodies. I will miss you until then.
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