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Richard Anderson Obituary
Green Bay - Richard "Rich" K. Anderson, 91, was lifted up by angels to the Lord, and his wife, Lois, on Monday, September 17, 2018. He was born on July 17, 1927 to Kenneth and Marion (Burnette) Anderson. Rich attended West High School and went into the Army prior to his senior year. He worked as a conductor at the Milwaukee/Soo Railroad for 40 years. Rich married Lois on September 16, 1950 and shared 65 years of marriage together.
Rich was an outstanding athlete at Green Bay West, playing football, basketball and track. Rich shared his knowledge and love of sports with his sons and later his grandchildren, as well as all those he coached over the years. He was one of the founders of the Green Bay Southwest booster club. He was a devoted Packers fan, being a season ticketholder since 1947. Rich was a rail-bird, his lawn chair was always waiting for him as he watched Packers practices along Oneida Street. Before and after their retirements, Lois and Rich loved to travel throughout the U.S. and beyond.
Rich is survived by his four sons, Mike (Barb), Tom (Laurie), Larry (Linda Simion) and Paul (Kelly); his grandchildren, Kristin (Eric) Vorpahl, Kyle (Kelly) Anderson, Teryn (Kevin) Weil, Eric Anderson, David (Tina) Anderson, Nicole Young (fiancée Adam), Jonathan Anderson and Jordan (Kevin) McKenzie; great-grandchildren Matthew, Ava, Andrew, Harper, Caleb, Hazel, Elliot, Jonah, Samantha, Kevin James and Naomi. He is further survived by his brother, Bob (Janice) Anderson; his sister-in-law, Joanne Lindow; and brother-in-law, Rusty Radue.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Lois; his parents, Kenneth and Marion; Lois' parents, Henry and Helen Bancel; his brother in-law, DeLyle Lindow; and sister-in-law, Delores Radue.
We thank the entire staff at Woodside Manor, and especially Cha, Jackie and Mary, for their care of dad over the last two and a half years. We thank the staffs at Unity Hospice and Home Instead for their recent care of dad.
Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave, from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, September 20 followed by a Prayer Service starting at 7 p.m. Friends may also call on Friday, September 21 at Calvary Lutheran Church, 1301 S. Ridge Road, Green Bay from 9:30 to 11 a.m. The Service of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday with Pastor Steve Apfel officiating. Burial will be in the Allouez Cemetery. To send online condolences please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.
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Gregg Fitzpatrick
September 22, 2018
Our sincerest condolences to our good friend Larry and his entire family. God Bless you always. Gregg & Eddie
Mike Roarty
September 21, 2018
As a kid, I remember camping with the NCHA and remember the Andersons well. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
The Roarty Family
Marguerite Zaspel-Van Ark
September 21, 2018
Tom and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. I always enjoyed our yearly visits and may he rest in peace with your mother.
Audrey & Don Geyer
September 21, 2018
Mike, Tom, Larry, Paul and family: May the many good times that you shared ease the pain of your loss. And may his reunion with your mom bring joy
to replace the sadness.
Brittany Dulak
September 20, 2018
I am so honored to have had the opportunity to take care of Rich. He was such a sweet guy and had the best smile and laugh. He will definitely be missed! I wish you all the best! God bless!
Taylor Hooper
September 20, 2018
I loved taking care of rich during my employment with woodside. His smile and giggle could light up any room! My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Heidi Kocken
September 20, 2018
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Rich. He was a special man and I will miss his beautiful smile! Your family is in my thoughts during this difficult time..
September 19, 2018
Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in peace.
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