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John Anderson Obituary

John Morrey Anderson 81, passed away after a brief battle with cancer. Born and raised in Oak City Utah, the son of F Ellis and Macel Anderson. He is survived by his sweetheart, Helen; sons, Wayne Boise, ID, Garth (Sherry) Rexburg, ID, Steve, Boise, ID, Mike (Julie) Colorado Springs, CO and daughter, Sue (Paul) Thompson Tucson, AZ; 23 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, sisters, Jeanette Cox American Fork, Utah, Avis Lewis SLC, Utah and brother, Paul (Kathy) Boise, ID. Preceded in death by his parents and brother, Francis. He was an active member of the LDS church. Worked 35 years for Otis Elevator Co., a career he truly loved. In retirement he and his wife traveled extensively and settled in Tucson, Arizona. He was a man of many talents and skills which were enjoyed by all his family. He was very much loved and will be greatly missed. Services and burial held in Oak City, Utah. Arrangements by NICKLE MORTUARY.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Nov. 6, 2011.

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Sue Thompson

November 11, 2011

I miss him so much. I miss his smile, sense of humor, and loving heart. He was the most wonderful father....life will not be the same without him.
I love you, Dad.

Ann Gillies

November 4, 2011

Dear Helen and family,

We were so sad to hear of the passing of John. We have some special memories of both of you even though we didn't get to see each other much. We loved those card games.

May our Heavenly Father bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Our love,
Earl and Ann

Dad

Mike Anderson

November 3, 2011

November 3, 2011

I couldn't have had a better father-in-law. You'll be deeply missed in our family. Sherry

Stephanie Olson

November 3, 2011

I love my Grandpa A and the memories of him are endless. Until we meet again Grandpa

Kimberly Wacaster

November 3, 2011

My life has truly been blessed by having John Anderson as my Grandpa! Your memory will always be in my heart and I look forward to playing cards with you in Heaven, Grandpa!

April Anderson

November 3, 2011

Grandpa A was the best grandpa I could have ever asked for. Love and miss you so much.

natalie campbell

November 3, 2011

one of my favorite things ever was a great big hug from Grandpa A! I am really going to miss those. his sense of humor was so much fun and stayed with him all the way to the end! i feel very fortunate and very proud to have john anderson as my grandpa, and i can't wait for my next big grandpa hug from him! Love you Grandpa!

Brett Anderson

November 3, 2011

One of the best men I've ever known. You will missed Grandpa A!

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