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Robert Anderson Obituary
Carmel - Robert E. Anderson, 89 of Carmel, passed away Friday, November 6, 2020. Bob was born September 7, 1931 in Cowden, IL to the late Albert and Elizabeth Anderson. He was a US Army veteran.
Bob retired from Liberty Mutual Insurance Company as an accountant. Prior, he worked for Wausau Insurance Company and Marathon Oil. He was an avid golfer.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, November 17 at Flanner Buchanan-Carmel, where family and friends are invited to gather from 1:00 pm until the time of the service.
Bob is survived by his wife, Shirley; sons, Christopher W. (wife, Elizabeth) Griggs-Anderson and Eric W. Anderson; granddaughters, Courtney and Catherine Anderson; numerous nieces and nephews.
Please visit flannerbuchanan.com to sign the online guest register.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Sean Conley
November 17, 2020
Bob was such a very nice and kind man. Many great memories in the Village of Mount Carmel. Sorry I was unable to attend the service but you all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Mayfield
November 16, 2020
Shirley and family, I am so sorry about the passing of Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sure you have many good memories that will live on in your hearts.
Jacqui Cook
November 16, 2020
May his memory be a blessing to Shirley, Chris, Eric and family. With warmest regards from Jacqui, Ian, Lucas and family.
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