Raymond Eugene Anderson

Raymond Eugene Anderson obituary

Raymond Eugene Anderson

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Raymond Anderson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Groce Funeral Home & Cremation Services - West Asheville on Dec. 7, 2025.
Raymond Eugene Anderson, 60, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025.

A native of Buncombe Co., Raymond was a son of Ellen Pike and of the late Don Anderson, and his late step-father, Elbert "Corky" Pike. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Laurie Fraser; sister, Donna Anderson; and brother, Doug Pike.

He worked so hard to provide for his family. He worked for years in textiles for Burlington and Champion companies. Then he devoted his time to working at Blue Ridge Group Homes (Blue West). He was also a member of Freedom Christian Church.

He is survived by his children, Kelsey Anderson, Greg Anderson, Ricky Anderson, Kristin Anderson, Brian Fraser, and Michelle Reiman; he was a proud grandfather of 7 grandchildren, Lincoln, Greyson, Alex, Gabe, Gabriela, Bailey and Lindsey; sister, Jessica James; brothers, Tim Anderson and Chris Pike; special aunt, Martha Crowder Cooper; and many more family members and friends who Ray loved dearly. Family was the most important thing to him.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 20 at Freedom Christian Church in Marshall.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the funeral home to assist with expenses.

Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family.

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

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Upcoming Events

Dec

20

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Freedom Christian Church

7350 US-25 70 Byp, Marshall, NC 28753

Send Flowers