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Milton Anderson Obituary

Milton C. Anderson passed away April 1 at the UC Davis Med Center at the age of 82. He was born February 25, 1930 in North Dakota. Preceded in death by his loving son, Paul Anderson, Brother: John, Sisters: Eleanor, Vivian, Elberta, and his parents. He is survived by his children Ken Anderson (Mavis), and Diana Esguerra (Arthur), Grandchildren: Brent, Jennifer, Jason, Christina, Steven, Tessa and her mother Pam King and brother James. He was married prior to Leslie C. Anderson (deceased) and Viola LePage. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy at 17 and served during the Korean War. He was a resident of Shasta County for over 50 years. Services will be on May 19 at Greenwood Cemetery in Arcata California. He will be missed by all who knew him, and especially his beloved family. "Save a spot in heaven for us Dad." In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Milton's name to SPCA or a charity of your choice.

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Published by Sacramento Bee on May 19, 2012.

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Miss you every day Dad

Don´t know why ??? On my first post either.

Diana Esguerra

June 26, 2012

Love and miss you Dad! ?????

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