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ARLIN TOLFRED ANDERSON
February 14, 1923 ~ November 3, 2012
Arlin "Andy" or "Spud" Tolfred Anderson, a resident of Columbia Ridge Senior Living in Washougal, WA, passed away Nov. 3, 2012. He was born in Rutland, SD, the last of 14 children of Thom and Julia Anderson.
At the outbreak of WW II, Andy enlisted in the Navy and served aboard several ships in the South Pacific.
He retired from Crown Zellerbach in Camas, WA in 1985.
Andy loved family reunions which he helped organize. He was a skilled carpenter, wood carver, and avid hunter. He enjoyed his horses and mules and loved music and dancing.
Andy is survived by his sons, Gerold (Barbara), Richard and James (Theresa); daughters, Janice and JoAnn; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, and one on the way; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Sadie.
A memorial service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Camas, Fri., Nov. 16 at 1:00 p.m.
Contributions can be made to Hospice Southwest.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
It was a privilege to know Andy, he always made us smile we knew him from his music skills at our jams, and he LOVED to tease!!! We will miss a good friend, condolences go to his family, Linda and Leon Chilson (Wishram Wa)
November 12, 2012
It was so depressing to see Andy's decline from this past summer to 1 Nov. He was always so active and talented with that typical welcoming smile shown above. My heart felt sympathy and prayers to all his family.
Jim Farber
November 12, 2012
Dear Anderson Family,
We had the privilege of knowing Andy for just two short years. He was a neighbor - he bought his home from the Parrish Ranches. Ben is the son of Carl Parrish and we moved back to the Prairie in 2008 when we both retired. Andy was very hospitable whenever we walked down to visit with him. He was very proud of his carvings and gave me a small boot that he just finished. God Bless all of you and be with you during this time of great loss.
Ben & Barbara Parrish
November 11, 2012
Bill and I were neighbors and often walked down to visit with Andy. He also enjoyed dancing (as we do) and we saw him often at the dances. We have missed him since he moved and so sorry to hear of his passing. May God comfort the family and all who loved him. Bill and Helen Kearns
Bill and Helen Kearns
November 11, 2012
I will miss my "Uncle Spud". He sometimes called me "Hootenanny" when I was little. I loved his stories of the all the fun and crazy times our parents had together. He could have written a great book! When I was small he would take me for a ride on his horse and I felt like a princess holding on to this handsome, strong man. I would tell all my friends that my Uncle Spud looked like Paul Newman! He was definitely one of my favorites! You can bet there's plenty of dancing going on with the whole Anderson clan now that "Andy" has joined the reunion in heaven and I'm sure he brought his harmonica.
Susan (Baker) Westerfield
November 10, 2012
I would like to extend my sympathy to Andy's family He was a friend and mentor
as scoutmaster of troop 308 in Fern Prairie and as a co-worker at work.
He encouraged and guided many boys
through the year. He will be missed.
Thomas A. Graham
November 10, 2012
We have missed Andy so much since he moved from our community. He was always such a happy person who spread his joy to those around him. He was a bright part of the Columbia Gorge town of Lyle and we loved him greatly.
Mick and Ginny O'Malley
November 10, 2012
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a grateful nation and an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one, if you wish for a personalized memorial card mailed to you with history of playing of taps, 21 gun salutes, meaning of each fold of the flag as a keepsake, please send your request to:
Chaplain Richard Reuer, Honoring Those Who Served Ministry
1206 6th St SW
Minot, ND 58701
Or click on “CONTACT ME” to email me your mailing address.
This service is free to all veteran families. I wish to thank you for your serving from one veteran to another – Thanks!
Fair Winds and Following Seas
Chaplain Richard Reuer
November 9, 2012
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