Russell Francis Anderson

June 15, 2016

Russell Francis Anderson “slipped the surly bonds of earth” on June 10, 2016. He was born on June 27, 1929 in Baltimore, MD, to J. Fred and Loretta (Wind) Anderson. He was the youngest of six children. In 1948 Russ enlisted in the Navy, retiring as a Master Chief in 1974, after serving in Alaska, Japan, Virginia, Turkey, Cyprus and Hawaii. Following his naval career, Russ pursued many interests including acquiring an associate’s degree in accounting and having his own accounting business for several years. During this time he became an active runner and completed several marathons. Russ married Judith (Wells-Evans) in 1960 and together they raised Kimberly (David) Waters.

He is predeceased by his parents; two brothers; and three sisters.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years; daughter and son-in- law; and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at Gonzalez United Methodist Church.

Interment will be on Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at 10:15 am at Barrancas National Cemetery. Procession to start at Faith Chapel North at 9:30 am.

The family expresses deep appreciation to the care givers at The Waterford/Creekside and the Covenant Hospice nurses.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Gonzalez United Methodist Church Debt Reduction or Covenant Alzheimer’s Services located at 5041 North 12th Avenue, Pensacola, FL, 32504.

Arrangements handled by Faith Chapel North.

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