Anker Andersen

Anker Andersen

Anker Andersen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 14 to Jun. 15, 2010.
ANDERSEN, ANKER (Andy) Aug. 18, 1926 - June 12, 2010 Passed away peacefuly at Hospice Residence with Dorothy, his wife of 34 years, and "Buddy" by his side. Andy was predeceased by his parents, Jorgen and Karen, and brother Jorgen. Dear brother of Edith and Ingse, all in Denmark. Andy was a kind and gentle man. Loved the Lord, people, animals, music, dancing, gardening, and will be missed by all those who knew him, especially the bridge players. Special thanks to Dr. David Osborn for caring for Andy for 19 years, to Dr. Gall, the nurses and volun-teers at Hospice Residence Windsor, to Beth Reid of CCAC, and the many, many Comcare nurses since 2002 during Andy's fight with lymphoma, melanoma, colo-rectal, and liver cancer. He fought hard till the end. Visitation at the C. Stuart Sykes Funeral Home, 91 Division St. S., Kingsville, Tuesday, June 15, 2010, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service from the funeral home at 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 16, 2010, with Rev. Colin Swan officiating. Cremation to follow. If desired, donations to Hospice Residence of Windsor - Essex, 6038 Empress, Windsor; The Humane Society of Windsor, Provincial Road, Windsor, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Rest in Peace Andy. Jeg Elske Dig. Condolences may be left at www.sykesfuneralhome.ca

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June 18, 2010

Bill and Bev Combe posted to the memorial.

June 15, 2010

Dot & Gerry Jodoin posted to the memorial.

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Bill and Bev Combe

June 18, 2010

Dear Do-Ann
"He is not gone, he is just away".
Thinking of you and rembering all of the wonderful times that Bill and I had with you and Andy over the years. Great memories.
They will be serving Frickadillas in heaven now!!
With love'n'Hugs
Bill and Bev
Stittsville, Ontario

Dot & Gerry Jodoin

June 15, 2010

It was with such great saddness to hear of Andy's passing. Our warmest condolences to you and your family.

We will miss him.

your neighbours,

Linda & Bob Lynch

June 15, 2010

Dearest Dorothy; Your "Great Dane" is at peace with his Lord. We know you will always treasure the wonderful memories you made together. Best Love to you, Linda & Bob Lynch.

Ron Vandervecht

June 15, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. I know from talking with Dorothy he fought the good fight and now he is free of pain. Cherish the wonderful times and memories you shared.

June 14, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of Andy's,passing away please accept our deepest sympathy.
Burt and Jennie

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