Raymond Anderson
August 14, 1929 ~ September 16, 2013
Raymond E. Anderson, age 84 of Fredericksburg, Iowa died Monday September 16, 2013 at his home.
Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 21, 2013, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Fredericksburg, with Pastor Ronnie Koch presiding. Private family interment will take place at a later date at the Orleans Lutheran Cemetery, rural Ridgeway.
Friends may greet the family 4:00 -7:00 p.m. Friday, September 20, 2013 at the Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home in Fredericksburg. Visitation continues an hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday.
Raymond Edward Anderson was born August 14, 1929, on the family farm near Ridgeway, IA, the son of Herbert and Lena Anderson. He received his education in rural country school and the Ridgeway High School. On January 25, 1951, in Cresco, he married Margaret “Peggy” Stockdale. To this union seven children were born. Together the couple farmed north of Ridgeway until 1971. Ray then drove semi for Meinerz Creamery/Beatrice Cheese in Fredericksburg until retiring in 1993. In his retired years, Ray helped with the spring and fall farm work for Gene and Rex Nolte. He will be greatly missed by his family and be remembered for his love of life and the enjoyment he received from his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Peggy; his children, Joan (Alan) Peter of Cresco, Anon (Susie) Anderson, Susan (Bob) Flansche, Mary (John) Woodring, Karen (Tom) Lienau, all of Fredericksburg, Wanda Anderson of Chandler, AZ; fifteen grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren; one sister, Alice Anderson of Des Moines; many nieces nephews and his best friend, Lady, his dog.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Alan Anderson, his brother, Gerald Anderson and two sisters, Irene Hove and Emma Anderson.
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The last time I saw Ray was in February. He was the only person who still remembered my old nickname. I will remember Ray as always smiling. My deepest sympathy to the Anderson family. He was a cool guy!
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Karl lit a candle in memory of Raymond Anderson
Karl lit a candle in memory of Raymond Anderson
Karl lit a candle in memory of Raymond Anderson
Karl lit a candle in memory of Raymond Anderson
Anderson family, My thoughts and prayers are with you al. I can hear them now, our dads saying ‘Cheers to those daughters of ours’. And I can hear them both sharing stories with Jesus. And all three of them are laughing. God Bless, Sheryl Domke Struthers
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Wanda and family you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. Please be comforted in knowing we send our deepest sympathy. Love and hugs from your Arizona family. Bob and Rose Jenkins
Peggy and family, You have our deepest sympathy, as you travel this road that we hope never to have to travel. Raymond was quite a guy and he comes alive again as I read all the memories that are being shared by the many people whose lives he touched. I know there will be a big hole in your family and in your hearts until you are able to let the memories take its place. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Lester and Ruth Lueck
Sad to have to say good bye to one of the well loved and memorable members of the Meinerz Creameries drivers. So many memories to go along with all the miles traveled. Praying Gods comfort surrounds the family in the days ahead. Carol and John Mauser
Jerry and Glenda Anderson and family. purchased the Vivid Recollections for the family of Raymond Anderson.
Peggy & Family, I was so saddened to hear about Raymond. My heart goes out to all of you, and please know that as you grieve, I am remembering you, and all the wonderful memories I have of our families’ times together. I pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. With heartfelt condolences, Denise (Iverson) Miller
Peggy and family thinking of you all! sorry to hear about Raymond had a great time with at Beatrice Cheese Trucking lots of good times. see you in a few miles. THE FREYS DECORAH , IA
John Wacha, III lit a candle in memory of Raymond Anderson
Peggy and family, thinking of you all! So saddened and sorry to hear about Raymond. He was such an amazing man who could put a smile on anyone’s face. Lots of wonderful memories and inside jokes that I will always remember. He will be missed by many! Love and prayers, Dawn Barnes
Peggy and family, you have my deepest sympathy. I am so sorry to hear about Raymond. What wonderful childhood memories I have when our two families got together — 14 kids destroying everything, but we sure had fun. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and I bet that Dad, Maynard Hovey, and Raymond are together again having a cold beer, with Mom making sure they don’t get into too much trouble. My love and prayers to all of you, Debbie Peterson (Iverson) Rochester, MN
Peggy and family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of Raymond. I will always remember him fondly. So many wonderful memories of all years spent with the Anderson family. Raymond was like a dad to me. I spent many hours at the Anderson house and always felt like a part of the family. Our group of girls could always count on Raymond for a full tank of gas in the Buick and some cash for refreshments while ‘cruising the strip.’ Who could not love him for that! I have so many memories that will keep him close to my heart and ALWAYS make me smile. May all the love and prayers bring you comfort in the days ahead. Love to all, Lynne Harris
Peggy and family our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. Ray is a very special man and always had a smile and a comment for you that would make you smile. Ray will be missed greatly by many people. Jeff, Becky, Olivia and Tyler Tilkes
Wanda, you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers ……………… FATHER — Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, so loved, so missed, so very dear. Rhonda (Means) Plamann
Our Sympathy to Peggy and the family! He will definitely be missed. He was a VERY good friend…His small town, his friends, his family. All of us will miss RAY….so many many memories we share of him..good guy! RIP our friend, till we meet again!
Anderson family, You are in in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Dena and Zac Palmer
Jill Walton lit a candle in memory of Raymond Anderson
Peggy & family-We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Ray was one terrific man that has left us all with many wonderful memories! Our girls always enjoyed spending time visiting with him at the restaurant – I’m sure they could tell a few good stories. Someone special to so many people in the community. May God bless you in your time of sorrow. Leon & Lori Franzen
Deepest sympathy to Ray’s family. The community has lost a dear gentleman and he will be missed.
Will miss our times together at local establishments. Our times on the road were learning experiences . Will miss you dearly. Jim Mitchell and Carol Schulz
Dawn Aschenbrenner lit a candle in memory of Raymond Anderson
Thoughts and prayers with all the families as you hold GREAT memories to share and comfort you now and in the days ahead..
So many wonderful memories on the farm I will cherish forever… My heart is filled with sadness. My thoughts and prayers to Peggy and the Anderson Family. Victor ,Becky and Preston Herrmann
A sad day for the Fredericksburg community indeed. What a great man, oh the memories he leaves behind. Keeping all of Ray’s family in our thoughts and prayers. Nick and Sue Baker
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Ray’s family at this time, but also the whole Fredericksburg community. That man touched my heart like few people can, and he will always have a spot there. I know I’m not alone in that. In your words old man, ‘You’re a good person!!’ Till we meet again, God bless.
Ray was always like a grandpa to me. So sorry for your loss. He was a very special man and will be greatly missed.
Was very sad to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers to the whole family. Dan and DeeDee Sternat
Punki Mcneil lit a candle in memory of Raymond Anderson
My heart is heavy. Fredericksburg just lost a great man and a strong supporter of that little community. As my tears flow, I will never forget the time Ray stopped to see me in Fort Dodge when I was a manager at Bonanza Restaurant. He was trucking at the time and went out of his way to stop and see me in my new job. It meant the world to me because I was so homesick! Ray had a heart of gold! My condolences to all his children, grandchildren, and to his wonderful wife Peggy. Take care, Ray, until we meet again….have a beer waiting for me when I get there! Hugs, Lisa Schoonover Herold