Robert Anderson
Robert Harold Anderson, 92, of Jefferson City, passed away Monday, February 19, 2018, at Capital Region Medical Center.
He was born October 9, 1925, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of the late Quincy Earl and Edna Ruth (Brown) Anderson.
He was a 1943 graduate of Normandy High School in St. Louis.
Robert served his country with the United States Merchant Marines during World War II as a Marine Engineer from 1943-1947.
He was united in marriage on July 6, 1946, in Ferguson, Missouri to LaVerne Lillian Meyer who preceded him in death on February 10, 2012.
Robert worked for the American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) State Council 72 for over 21 years. He served as President of the Missouri State Council and Vice President of the International AFSCME Midwest region.
Born a city boy, Bob yearned to be a farmer. He learned to work hard with his hands and live by his wits.
He was a former member of the Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed boating, bowling, rummage sales, and building projects. He also was very musically inclined.
Survivors include five children, Chris (Lee) Anderson, Tebbetts, Mo.; Kathleen (Stephan) Johannesmeyer, Westphalia, Mo.; Karen Anderson, Jefferson City; Cynthia Anderson, Jefferson City; and Carol (Jeff) Sanders, Jefferson City; ten grandchildren, Merci McKinney, Heather Gieck, Ashlee Anderson, Robert W. Anderson, Holly Nunn, Brianna Anderson, Elyse Anderson, Cory Eickermen, Shelby Fisher, and Blake Fisher; nineteen great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; two sons, Robert H. Anderson, Jr. who died while on active duty with the United States Marine Corps, and Curt Anderson.
Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 21, 2018, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 21, 2018, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with the Rev. James Jackson officiating.
Burial will be in Hawthorne Memorial Gardens.
Memorials are suggested to the Healing House New Beginnings.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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Chris, Lee, Ashlee, Elyse, Cory, and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers, hugs, and love for you all.
Kathy, So sorry to hear this about you Dad. We always enjoyed visiting with him at Steak and Shake. We send our condolences to you and your family.
Cindy, so sorry for your loss. I think of Bob from time to time even after all these years. I’m sure Bob will be there with open arms for your father. You have my condolences. Mary
Chris, we’re so sorry for your loss. Our condolences go out to you and and your family. Steve and Bev
Kathy and Family – We are very sorry for your loss. I am keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy and family,
So sorry I can’t be with you today. Know that you will be receiving another memorial piece for your flower garden from Bonnie and me. Feel my hugs and love and prayers. Wishing you God’s peace and comfort.
Kathy and family,
So sorry I can’t be with you today. Know that you will be receiving another memorial piece for your flower garden from Bonnie and me. Feel my hugs and love and prayers. Wishing you God’s peace and comfort.
What a guy. He drove me crazy sometimes though! He helped make me the person I am today. I always admired him. The only other man I admired this much was my father!
Cindy: My deepest sympathy to you and the kids.
Karen, so sorry for your loss. I just saw this today. My deepest sympathy to you a d your family.
Condolences to the Anderson family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. Psalms 147:3 says God, “heals the broken hearted, and binds up their wounds.” May God bring you comfort and peace.