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SERVICE INFORMATION FOR
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John R Anderson
Visitation: Thursday, July 12th, 2012 4:00 pm to 7:00 PM at Yurs Funeral Home of Geneva Service: Friday, July 13th, 2012 at 10:00 am at United Methodist Church of Geneva, 211 Hamilton Street, Geneva IL 60134 Burial Location: Oak Hill Cemetery, Geneva |
OBITUARY
John R. Anderson, age 87, of Geneva, died Monday at Delnor Community Hospital Geneva. He was born May 20, 1925 in Geneva.Mr. Anderson was co-owner of Anderson Jewelers for 37 years in Geneva along with his brother Bob before he retired in 1985. He was very active in the community in the following organizations: Geneva Lions Club, Geneva Township, Geneva Zoning Board of Appeals and Geneva History Center. In addition to being honored as a Wood Award winner and parade marshal of the Geneva Swedish Days Parade, he was instrumental in bringing senior housing to Geneva.
He is survived by his three children, Dan (Jane) Anderson of Tempe, AZ; Sharon (Jim) Weitl of St. Charles and Tom (Cindy) Anderson of Geneva; also his grandchildren, Michael and Peter Weitl, John and Rachel Anderson, and Kelsey and Katie Anderson; three great grandchildren, and a brother, Robert Anderson of Geneva.
He was preceded in death by his wife Clara, brother Kenneth Anderson and a sister, Genevieve Lundgren, and his close friend, Bette Torpe.
Funeral Services will be held 10:00 A.M. Friday at United Methodist Church of Geneva 211 Hamilton Street, Geneva. Rev. Bill Obalil officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery, Geneva. Visitation will be from 4 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday at Yurs Funeral Home, 1771 W. State Street (Rte 38) Geneva.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Geneva Beautification Committee, 22 South First Street, Geneva, Il 60134.
CONDOLENCES
"Your family has been in our prayers during this difficult time. God bless."
"I am so sorry for the passing of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. "
"My condolensces on your loss Tom. I lost my grandfather to alzheimer's and he was the only father I have known so i sypmpathize with you and your family. My heart goes out to you and yours.
Take care"
"I am so sorry for the passing of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. "
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am very sorry for your loss."
"Tom my thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May the memories, wisdom live as they were planted and grow as beautiful as the love you all have as a family."
"I am so sorry for the passing of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. "
"We were so sad to hear of your loss. His love will always be with you. God bless your families. "
"Tom may you and your family find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Remember and cherish the wonderful memories and they’ll help give you peace."
"My thoughts and prayers to the family. Take comfort for although he is gone physically, he is still with you in your heart and memories."
"My deepest condolences to the Anderson family for the loss of your father and grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless"
"I took care of John at Delnor and it was such a pleasure meeting such a kind man with a great sense of humor. The other nurses and I were saddened by his passing on Monday. My heart and prayers go out to his family and friends. God Bless. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Anderson Family at this difficult time. May you all find peace during this time. "
"John was a true gentleman, and a very great friend.
Geneva's loss is bigger than most can imagine.
Godspeed John, may your life in Heaven be as wonderful and loving as you so richly deserve."
"My heart is sad. I had my very first job working at Anderson Jewelers for 3 years back in 1967-69. I loved watching John tinker with clocks, fix rings, and engrave many items. Some of my fondest memories are his kind heart and love of life. He will be missed."
"My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time."
"John and Bob were like extra dads to me. I worked at Anderson Jewelers during high school and college and learned many important life lessons. What wonderful gentlemen! I know John will be missed, but you have many fabulous memories in your hearts. He had a great smile and a kind heart! God bless all of you!
Love, Ann"