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Michael E. Anderson, Jr.
1954 - 2022
Michael E. Anderson, Jr.
1954 - 2022
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Michael Anderson, Jr. Obituary
ANDERSON, Michael Edward Jr., of Clarkston; passed suddenly October 30, 2022 at the age of 68. Beloved husband of Jennifer; loving father of Audrey Smith, Ryan (Mia) Anderson, Tyler Anderson, Jessica (Tyler) Brashaw, Nicholas Anderson, Bryce Anderson, Connor Anderson and Reardon Anderson; proud grandfather of Ava Brashaw, Layla Brashaw, Cecilia Brashaw, Zyan Smith, Camden Smith, Adelyn Memering, and Amelia Smith; special brother of William (Zoraida) Anderson, Carol (Joseph) Gallagher, Doreen (Raul) Anderson , and Karen (John) Mastria.
With thanks and praise from a grateful nation, we honor Mike’s service to our country as a sailor in the United States Navy. Stationed in Crane, Indiana, Mike was truly honored upon receiving recognition as the #1 recruit in his training class which earned him the prestigious “Navy Club of the United States Military Excellence Award.” Following his graduation from training, Mike went on to serve as a Naval Hospital Corpsman.
Following his naval service, Mike went on to graduate from Indiana University, Bloomington in 1984, earning his degree in Computer Science. After several years in the industry, Mike became a successful Chief Information Officer and executive leader in his field, and eventually answered the call of entrepreneurship by becoming the CEO & Founder of his own company.
While Mike was always a hard worker and dedicated to his career, he had a passion for something far greater in life,…his children. He was simply born to be a Dad and put his children first at all times. Always giving, forever teaching, the greatest coach, and loved expressing his inner being through dancing, singing and making Dad jokes. His children were loved unconditionally. Mike was a father through & through and it was, by far, his Superhero talent. Mike lived for his children and his love for each of them was rooted deep within.
"A Father's Love is
Timeless
Forever Lasting
Has no beginning
nor end
Eternal"
- Unknown
Friends may visit the Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston, Sunday November 6, from 4:00pm – 7:00pm; with a Rosary Service at 6:00pm. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Daniel Catholic Church, Clarkston, Monday November 7 at 11:00am. Family and friends are welcome at church any time after 10:30am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family for the future education of Bryce, Connor, and Reardon. Please consider leaving a memory or condolence on Mike’s online guestbook below.
23 Entries
Jon Michael Pardo
January 16, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Jason & Trisha Williams
December 19, 2022
Mike, Brother-Friend-Shipmate, I truly miss you. God places special people in your life at just the right time. You were that special person when my family and I most needed your Love, Mentorship and Wisdom. I will miss our chats. Rest In Peace Brother! Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate. - Sending all our Love, Hugs and Prayers to your Family. - Jason and Trisha Williams
Pat Griffith
November 7, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Michael and Audrey, Father Daughter Dance
Kelly Anderson
November 7, 2022
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Michael in his Navy uniform.
Kelly Anderson
November 7, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. I met Michael when he was enlisted in the US Navy, and stationed at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane, Indiana. We worked in the same building where he was a Hospital Corpsman at the dispensary where he treated patients. Michael was very handsome in his Navy uniform. He always had a quick wit and a great joking personality. Michael was a very good person and over the many years since we parted ways we always remained friends. Michael will be missed by so many. My deepest sympathy to the family, Bill, Doreen, Karen, Carol, and families and to our daughter Audrey, Ryan, Tyler, Jessica, Nicholas, Bryce, Connor and Reardon on the great loss of your Father. May God comfort you in your time of great loss and heal your grieving hearts.
Karen Beggs
November 7, 2022
Mike was always a joy to talk to because we had a lot of the same viewpoints about life and parenting. I will miss him greatly and the entire Everest family is heartbroken. Rest in peace my friend.
Zoraida, Oswaldo Hernandez
November 6, 2022
Querida familia Anderson:
Reciban nuestras condolencias, por la partida del querido Michael. Elevamos nuestras oraciones para que Dios les de la fortaleza necesaria para afrontar este dolor y alivie sus corazones.
Espiritualmente con Uds.,en estos difíciles momentos.
Zoraida and Oswaldo Hernandez (Bill’s in-laws)
Dear Anderson Family,
Receive our condolences, for the departure of our dear Michael. We raise our prayers so that God gives you the needed strength to face this pain and comfort your hearts.
Spiritually with you in these difficult times.
Zoraida and Oswaldo Hernandez (Bill’s in-laws)
First day of school
Doreen Anderson
November 6, 2022
Audrey´s graduation
Doreen Anderson
November 6, 2022
Fun times with Daddy
Doreen Anderson
November 6, 2022
susan anderson
November 5, 2022
Mike was a great dad to our children and a special friend to me. He will be greatly missed by all!
Kevin Chapman
November 5, 2022
Knowing Mike made me a better man. He listened intently, offered honest advice, and engaged in witty banter that encouraged conversation. But above all, the love he had for his kids was infectious. There wasn’t a day that went by that he didn’t share how much he loved every single one of his children. I am extremely proud to have had Mike as a friend. I hope everyone who had the privilege of knowing him, remembers him as the strong, smart, and loving guy that he was. Rest In Peace My Friend.
Doreen Anderson
November 5, 2022
I miss our conversations, texts, jokes. You gave me advice, a shoulder and we always found something to laugh about. I know you are in heaven with Mom and Dad watching over us. I’m so proud to be your little sister. Keep sending the signsit helps. ❤
Linda Bower
November 4, 2022
Mike was such a special person and enjoyed his hugs when we saw him. Remember doing his and Jennifer's wedding. Rest in peace my friend. Linda and Dale Bower
Amanda Anderson
November 4, 2022
Carlos Hernández
November 4, 2022
Mi sentido pesame, por esta pérdida, a su familia e hijos, sobre todo a bill, zoraida, frankie, billy, amanda, Brian, dorinn, los acompaño en su dolor...
Bethany Tillman
November 3, 2022
Mike was one of the first people my husband and I met at Everest. He made us feel so welcome. He was incredibly witty, charming, and always had great life stories to share. He was the definition of a loving and dedicated father. Mike was a staple at Everest and will be greatly missed.
My Best Man
Bill Anderson
November 3, 2022
Family Gatherings
Bill Anderson
November 3, 2022
Our Thanksgiving together in Boca Raton
Bill Anderson
November 3, 2022
Your lovely kids and their Florida aunts
Bill Anderson
November 3, 2022
Your visit in April
Bill Anderson
November 3, 2022
Bill Anderson
November 3, 2022
You will be missed by so many friends and family.
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