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Greta Rae Anderson

1935 - 2021

BORN

1935

DIED

2021

Greta Anderson Obituary

Greta Rae Kolterman Anderson, born January 19, 1935 in Onaga/Duluth, Kansas,

died March 3, 2021 in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Greta taught art and home economics at several schools throughout Topeka for 35 years. After that she was a substitute teacher for over 20 years.

Surviving are her husband Don, daughter Erica & husband Shawn, their two

children Declan & Emma, and 14 nieces & nephews and many great nieces & nephews.

There will be no memorial service due to Covid.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Topeka Capital-Journal from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21, 2021.

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Bradford W. Davenport

April 21, 2021

I met Greta as a kid in 1966 and was fascinated by her beauty,elegance and artistic skills. Don was important to our family as well. Many years past with only occasional meetings here and there.
But in the last few years, we became closer than ever through the Topeka Gem & Mineral Society. What a delight. I got to help her & Don dispose of several items preparing for their move. Precious time. We had late night running email conversations covering many topics.
Greta passed along some items that our club will be using for years to come. I also received several pounds of rocks and minerals that will remind me of her every time I polish one up. Thanks for all the time and knowledge you passed my way.

Sherry Bukovatz

April 21, 2021

I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Greta through the quilt guild, and just loved her. She told me more than once that our guild's university sessions were her favorite part of the guild. She loved sharing project ideas and seeing what other quilters were doing. She was a special woman!

Patty Boston

April 21, 2021

I had Greta as a art teacher at HPHS back in the day. Blessings to her family.

Mike Kuhn

April 21, 2021

Don, please accept my condolences.

Mike Kuhn

Kathy Pflaum

April 20, 2021

Greta was a kind person and a delightful quilter. I enjoyed knowing her through the quilt guild. I am so very sorry for your loss. May you find joy in all of the wonderful memories that you have.

Sheri Keller

April 20, 2021

I was in the same quilt guild as Greta and so enjoyed working on projects with her. Very beautiful, kind and giving person. Rest In Peace and know you are loved by many. Sheri Keller

Dawn

April 20, 2021

One of my favorite teachers at Holiday Jr. High. RIP Ms. Anderson.

Dr. Beryl A. New

April 20, 2021

To Greta's family, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. She was a wonderful, dedicated teacher and substitute teacher, and I sincerely valued the privilege to know her and work with her. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers!

Judy Lay

April 20, 2021

I was in Mrs. A's art class at Highland Park Junior High and we all thought she was so "cool". She was only 29 and all the boys had a crush on her. She was so good to all of us and she was loved. May our dear Lord Jesus be with you and your family through this very difficult time.

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