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CARL O. ANDERSON
January 26, 1928 ˜ November 29, 2018
Carl Anderson, 90, of Ridgefield, WA, passed away November 29th, 2018. He was born in Moran, KS to Ethelyn and Jennings Anderson. He has two sisters, Norma Wilkins and Helen LaRue as well as two brothers, Junior and Bill Anderson.
Carl married his sweetheart Pat Hasbrook in 1951 at St. James Catholic Church in Vancouver, WA. They had four sons, Jamie (wife Gina Anderson), Michael, Robert, and Brian. He has four grandchildren, Darcy (husband David Hackler), Matthew (wife Grace Anderson), Sarra (husband Chris Cunningham) and Shannon (husband Chris Smith). Carl was blessed with 11 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
During his career as a welder with Alcoa he studied for the permanent diaconate for the Archdiocese of Seattle and served as a Deacon for 35 years. Carl came to love the people of the parishes he served as his extended family, his home parish St. Mary of Guadalupe, Sacred Heart parish in Battle Ground, the Mission of St. Joseph the Worker in Yacolt, St. Phillip in Woodland and the Mission of St. Joseph in Kalama.
Preceding him in death and greeting him home are his sons, Michael, Robert and Brian; and sister, Norma.
A vigil will be held Thursday, December 6th at 6PM and the funeral will be held Friday, December 7th at 11AM preceded by a rosary at 10:30AM at St. Mary of Guadalupe, 1605 N 65th Ave., Ridgefield, WA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Operation Nightwatch at PO Box 4005, Portland, OR 97208, which he served for 25 years or Mount Angel Abbey, 1 Abbey Drive, St. Benedict, OR 97373.
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Carl was a wonderful person. I have always considered him and Pat dear friends and family. Carl was an inspiration and beautiful example of love, patience and kindness.
Rusti Morrison
Friend
January 12, 2019
What dear neighbors and friends! Having neighbors for almost 60 years is so unusual in our mobile society. We couldn't have asked for nicer, more special people. Carl was a silent giant. So loving, caring and giving to all. Having officiated over family baptisms, marriages and funerals marked a very special place for this loving man in our family. He was truly a gift from God and will be sorely missed. My love to you all,
Cathy
Cathy Claiborne
December 31, 2018
Pat, we were so sorry to hear of Carl's passing.He was a wonderful man.
Phil Kerlee
December 12, 2018
Carl was a wonderful person and As our Deacon at St Marys he was an inspiration to us and our kids. Always busy with good works he was still willing to make time for personal problems, or Sacrament needs.He and Pat were such great examples of living the faith. His death is a personal sorrow to us and we pray for Pat and all to carry on. The Liston Family
Liston Family
December 9, 2018
I am grateful to have had the opportunity to know Carl. He was such a kind and inspiring person! His love for Pat, his family, and his faith was a beautiful example of what many of us hope to achieve. Prayers for Pat and the family for God's comfort and strength.
Kim Block
December 8, 2018
Jamie, Ms. Gina Praying for you and your family. Hoping there is more joy than sadness. Didn't know your Dad but have known you, Ms. Gina most our lives. Seeing your Kids grow into such nice girls/women. I truly believe the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. You Dad gave much of himself as a Deacon, as a Dad, Grand Dad, Great, and Great Great. He is in a special place. I am glad that I saw this posting. I can see/read a great deal of you thru your father. Best regards/God Bless Edgar and Caroline Butsch Colorado
Edgar Butsch
December 8, 2018
My deepest sympathy to all the family who love this kind, generous man of God. He has fought the good fight, he has run the race and won the reward. Thank you for your faithful service to the People of God, Carl. Thank you for your support of us all.
With love and appreciation,
Helen Umphrey
December 7, 2018
Pat, I know your sweet Carl is tapping his toes in delight at being close to his Lord our dear Jesus and seeing passed family again. I hug you in my heart and pray for only good things your way. Farewell dear Carl, who is one of the best of us. (Sneak me in when it is my turn dude.)
Patti Sisco
December 7, 2018
My heartfelt sympathy to the Anderson family. I hope you will find comfort in God's promise at John 11:24,25. Knowing there is a future for those we have lost in death can be very reassuring during this difficult time.
DA
December 7, 2018
Thanks for all the loving service Carl, an exemplary deacon in the Catholic church, so faithfully and cheerfully provided. May his joy be full in heaven.
Michael & Maryann
Michael and Maryann OBrien
December 6, 2018
So sorry for the lost of such a kind person, My Family had Carl say mass when my brother pass, We where going to look him up Baptists my Son and Niece 21 YEARS AGO Jennifer McBride
jennifer mcbride
December 6, 2018
Carl was a Man Of All Times. I am always reminded of a couple of quotes "Albert Enstien"...Only a life lived for others is worthwhile "Winston Churchill" We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give..... both of these remind me of CARL
Sharon Wodtke
December 5, 2018
Carl modeled his faith. What a gift he was to his family and those around him. RIP
Lynn Guild
December 4, 2018
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