Joe Harvill Anderson

Joe Harvill Anderson obituary, Waverly, TN

Joe Harvill Anderson

Joe Anderson Obituary

Visit the Humphreys County Funeral Home - Waverly website to view the full obituary.

Mr. Joe H. Anderson, age 95

Of Waverly, TN passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Waverly Hills in Waverly. He was born in Waverly on November 13, 1929, to the late Frank Harvill Anderson and Kathleen Bass Anderson.

Joe was a graduate of Waverly Central High School where he was a star basketball player. He received a bachelor’s degree from Austin Peay State University.

Joe spent 25 years in the United States Army. During his enlistment, he was stationed in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Germany, Virigina, and North Carolina. After retiring and being honorably discharged, Joe went to work for the United State Postal Service for 12 years before retiring.

Survivors:

Wife of 67 years:

Shirley D. Anderson of Waverly, TN

Sons:

Kenneth W. Anderson of Waverly, TN

Steve R. Anderson (Cherie) of Kingston Springs, TN

Daughter:

Joan A. Stearman (James) of South Carolina

Grandchildren:

Justin K. Anderson of Dickson, TN

Shelby A. Orr (Heath) of Clarksville, TN

Great Grandchildren:

Ariah L. Anderson of Dickson, TN

Issac J. Orr of Clarksville, TN

Kai Orr of Clarksville, TN

Numerous Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:

Parents: Frank Harvill Anderson and Kathleen Bass Anderson

Brother: James E. Anderson

Twin Sister: Jean A. Young

Sister-in-law: Norma M. Anderson

Brother-in-law: John W. Young

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Meals on Wheels or Waverly Church of the Nazarene, 693 Airport Road, Waverly, TN 37185.

Arrangements by Humphreys County Funeral Home (931) 296-5955

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Humphreys County Funeral Home - Waverly

217 East Main Street, Waverly, TN 37185

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