Donald Anderson

DONALD R. ANDERSON, 85 ROCKFORD - Donald R. Anderson, 85, of Rockford passed away Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012, at home. Born Oct. 7, 1926, in Rockford, son of Harold E. and Elsie (Bildahl) Anderson. Served in the U.S. Navy. Graduated with a bachelor's degree from the school of agriculture at the University of Illinois. Married Harriet A. Kleive on April 11, 1959, in Capron. Donald was employed by Anderson Brothers, later known as APV Crepaco for 15 years, and later by Hilander Foods at 5 Points for 16 years. He was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church for 51 years. Donald enjoyed camping, canoeing, hiking, biking and the YMCA. He is survived by wife, Harriett of Rockford; son, John (Karen) Anderson of Cherry Valley; grandchildren, MaryKate and McKenna Anderson; and sister-in-law, Julie Kleive of Capron. Predeceased by parents; and brother, Loren. Funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 5, in St. Mark Lutheran Church, 675 N. Mulford Road, with the Rev. Donald Lavelle officiating. Visitation from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday before the service in the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd., Fred C. Olson Chapel, 1001 Second Ave. To share a memory or send a condolence, please visit olsonfh.com.