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Larry Don Anderson
03/01/1947 — 08/29/2012
From Richland, WA | Born in Anderson, Indiana
Larry Don Anderson
Larry Don Anderson, 65, of Richland, passed away August 29, 2012 at home in Richland. He was born March 1, 1947 in Anderson, Indiana and grew up in Mississippi, where his father was a pastor. Larry graduated from Anniston, Alabama High School in 1965 and from Mississippi State University in 1971 with an Electrical Engineering degree. He served in the Air National Guard for 13 years.
He was most proud of his marriage to Joan Thompson June 6th, 1970, and of the births of his daughters and, later, grandchildren.
Larry worked as a Project Manager for Patriot Fire Protection, a subcontractor for the Hanford WTP Plant. During his seven years in the Tri-Cities, he was a member of Columbia Community Church.
Survivors include his wife, Joan; daughters Valerie Douglas Wilkerson and Amanda John Gaitan; grandchildren Caleb and Jacob Wilkerson and Mina, Max, Magnus and Magdalena Gaitan; mother, Johnie Anderson; sister, Gwenda Lawton Garland; brother, Ronny Tammy Anderson.
Preceding him in death was his father, Luther Leon Anderson.
Memorial services will be held on Friday, August 31, 2012 at 6:00 PM at Memories at Sunset Event Center in Richland.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Seattle Children's Hospital.
Dear Joan,
Though we are grieved that Larry passed away, we know that he’s in heaven. I love you both. You both mean so much to me, and Larry was always kind and caring. I thank you for your friendship, and it will always continue. Can’t wait to see you and spend time with you, because you are so nice, too. I love you, and wish only the best for you. Take care, and remember that you can call me anytime. I am here for you. Love, Heike
A loving son who will be missed.
Joan,
I am so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. While I didn’t know either of you prior to Larry’s illness, it was easy to see the love you both had for each other. Larry was always nice and gracious whenever we spoke or met, even though he didn’t feel well, and that is a testament of Christ in his heart. I pray for strength and peace for you and your entire family.
Joan my heart goes out to you during the time of loss. I know you will miss him so much. My prayers are with you and your family.
Larry was a wonderful man and a best friend to my family. I remember fondly all the vacations and times our families spent together. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Praise God we have the blessed hope of seeing him again!
Joan, we’re deeply sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed Larry’s company, he was a pleasure to be with and we will miss him.
We extend our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Joan, my prayers and sympathy go out to you and your family. May all the great memories your have help you through this time of loss.
Dear Joan & Girls,
I am so sorry and will continue to pray for you during this difficult time. I thought the world of Larry and have such great memories of being around your family and spending so many holidays with you. I’ll never forget his laugh and how kind and warm he was. I’ve never read in the bible that there is Chili in Heaven, but if there is I am sure my Dad had a big pot waiting for him. I hope you can find comfort in the fact that we will all be there together one day. Much love to you all!
Dear Joan,
I just turned on FB and saw the
passing of Larry. I am so very
sorry. My heart is breaking for you. My love to you and your family.
Janie & Rich Matthews
Joan, you know how I felt about you and Larry. You and I have been friends since childhood and from the minute I met Larry, I knew you two were meant for each other. You know you are in my prayers.
With much love to you, Belinda
Sorry to read about your loss. May God give you strength in the coming days. You are in my prayers
So very sorry for you loss.Prayers and thoughts are always with you. Love you….Pam and Randall Honea
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Know that others share your loss. Larry was a wonderful man, may fond memories help ease your pain during this difficult time.
Dear Joan and family, We have so loved knowing Larry. He always made caring for your beautiful yard and flowers look so easy. He was a kind and gentle person and we have been so blessed with both of you living next door. We are praying for your strength and peace. We are always here for you. Love, The Butz Family
Joan and family, you were always loved by us and the church family here. May God grant you comfort and rest, as well as so many precious memories of a wonderful Christian husband, father, grandfather, and friend. We are remembering Larry at the time of his memorial service, thinking of laughter, caring and happy times with a wonderful man. God bless you.
JOAN, SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS NOW AND IN THE FUTURE. MUCH LOVE SHIRLEY
Dearest Ande, John, Mina, Max, Magnus and Magdalena,
Dear Joan and family,
We are truly sorry for your loss and have been and will continue to be praying for you during this season of grieving.
With Resurrection Hope,
The Zerfi
Joan, I’m so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family in the coming days. May you be comforted by your memories .
Sorry for your loss.
Joan, I am so sorry for your loss.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Joan,
Larry was such a wonderful man. We know that he is celebrating with Jesus at this time. I know that it is going to be extremely hard for you and your precious family. My love and prayers are with you.
Sherry
Dear Joan and family, we will keep you in our prayers. We are out of town so will not be at the memorial service but have you in our thoughts.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
We are so sorry for your loss. Larry was a fine Christian man, a good father and a good husband. And a good son. What an example he was to others! We will be praying for you. Love you.
Joan,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Know that you and your family will be in our prayers during this difficult time. May Larry rest in Peace in heaven with our Lord.
Joan, words cannot express how sorry Pat and I are over your loss .Please know, we love you and you are in our prayers.
It was my pleasure to meet Larry and get to know him a bit. His was a gentle soul with a fearless spirit. My prayers are with you.
Thoughts and prayers to you, Joan, and all of your beautiful family. May all of the beautiful memories you have made together as a family help ease some of your heartbreak and sorrow.
Dear Joan,
Louise and I are truly saddened to learn of Larry’s passing. May the fine memories of him bring a measure of tranquility to you and yours at this difficult time.
Your neighbors, Chris & Louise
my heart is broken- didn’t know Larry was so ill- what a fine man he was- the best of the best- proud- gracious southern gentleman- loved his family, God and country above all measure- God has a special place in heaven for his kind soul- Love eternally, Sherry Kemp
Joan, I am so sorry for your loss. I saw the Facebook entry yesterday but had no idea it was your husband. I just assumed it was your father-in-law. Had he been sick? I pray for you and your family.
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