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Christopher Anderson Obituary

Oct 12, 1951 - Dec 10, 2021 Christopher (Chris) Anderson died unexpectedly on Friday, December 10, 2021 at his home. He was 70 years old. Chris was born on October 12, 1951 in Los Angeles, CA to William B. (deceased) and Patricia Anderson. Chris graduated from Redondo Union High School in 1969, continuing his education and graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 1984. The family moved from Redondo Beach, CA to Houston Texas in June of 1952. On August 1st of that year Chris, nine months old, and his sister, Judith, three years old, both contracted polio. It was then the family moved back to Redondo Beach. Chris and his first wife, Barbie became parents of one daughter Candice. After their divorce, Chris gladly assumed the role of "fantastic" dad. They lived together with Grandma Pat in Redondo Beach. Words cannot express Chris's personality and as a father. He really used brain vs brawn in everything he accomplished. He had an upbeat energy of friendliness and kindness to all. He is survived by his wife Debra Gonzales, daughter Candice Anderson, mother Patricia C. Ramsey, sister Judy Swanson (Bart), numerous many nieces, nephews and cousins. He is predeceased by his stepfather Chuck Ramsey and uncle H.M. (Pete) Caldwell. Memorial service to take place on January 14, 2022, at 1 P.M. at Lighthouse Memorials & Receptions - Rice Center, 5310 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90503. Reception following at 2 P.M. Visit www.lafuneral.com to send the family messages and to share memories.

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Published by Daily Breeze on Jan. 6, 2022.

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Judy Anderson Swanson

December 16, 2023

Judy Anderson Swanson

December 16, 2023

Judy Anderson Swanson

December 16, 2023

It´s been 2 years and 6 days exactly bro.....
To say I have missed you is beyond an understatement....
As your #1 and only Sista ( always a reference on cards , messages .... life in general as adults.

Skip back many decades : our physical lives changed when we both contracted polio while living in Houston,Texas
We moved there in 1952 because our Dad received a job promotion from Prudential Insurance Company...
So it was bye bye Hermosa Bch Ca ....
I turned three years of age in July 1952 you were close to 10 months old on August 1, 1952 when the particular epidemic hit Houston Texas
We were VERY fortunate; many died as many others whom quite simply were paralyzed more than we were then....
I held your hand then and always will
My tears are purely true ... when I reach to call you or find gifts I purchased for you... memories of moments WE shared
Still held close in my heart eternally
Love your #1 and only Sista
Judy

Pamela Jones

October 12, 2023

I´m sorry. I´m just finding out that Chris passed. I am so sad. Chris was a good soul. We loved him...here on The Central Coast. Gentle Rest my friend

Janice Towles

February 19, 2022

I´m very saddened to learn of Christopher´s passing. My heart and prayers are with Christopher´s entire family. Bless you Pat.
Friend

Bart Swanson

January 14, 2022

Bart Swanson

January 14, 2022

Bart Swanson

January 14, 2022

Bart Swanson

January 14, 2022

The family will miss you. I will miss the deep conversations. I will always remember you as a good father. Rest In Peace.

Kathleen Woodfin Gestner

January 11, 2022

The Woodfin Family sends our condolences to Pat Ramsey and Judy. Chris was a terrific young man. We are so sorry for your loss.

John McKinney

January 11, 2022

Chris was one of the really good ones. You are missed. RIP

Laurie Sutton

January 6, 2022

This is very sad news. Chris was always upbeat and pleasant to work with at school events. He wore many hats as a volunteer when we served on the PTA together. We even argued about the proper pronunciation of the Beryl Heights Elementary. He insisted it was Beryl as in Pearl. I argued it was Beryl as in Merrill. That always made us laugh. He was a kind soul. My condolences to his entire family.

Debbie Ristovski

January 6, 2022

I am so saddened to hear this news. Candace went to school with my sons and that is how we met. He was a generous and kind man. He loved his daughter more than the world. I will miss seeing him around town.

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