Obituary: Anderson, Leona E.

Wed., April 3, 2013

ANDERSON, Leona E. June 24, 1929 ~ March 5, 2013 She was preceded in death by her son, Steve Anderson; daughter, Connie McGoldrick; son, Terry Anderson; and great-grand- daughter, Korena Anderson.

She has left behind her loving husband of 63 years Ernest “Windy” Anderson; her son, Bob Anderson (and wife Jo); five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was proud to have given many years of her life serving as a volunteer at St. Vincent De Paul.

She enjoyed life and spending time with family.

She will be remembered by family at a graveside service to be held at a later date.

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