Thomas Frank Anderson
February 22, 1951 - December 04, 2012
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Thomas Frank Anderson
February 22, 1951 - December 04, 2012
Obituary
Thomas Frank Anderson, Tom, loving father, grandfather, brother and friend peacefully passed away to be with his Heavenly Father in the early morning on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at Whatcom Hospice House after a brief battle with cancer. He was one of three children born to Alfred and Louise Anderson on February 22, 1951 in Bellingham, WA. He graduated from Mt. Baker High School in 1969 and was married to Linda (Sundean) Anderson in 1972 for almost 26 years.
Tom was a hardworking man who served 35 years as an iron worker from 1972 until he retired in 2007 (Iron Workers Local 505). After retiring, he pursued his passions: spending time with his family, watching his grandchildrens sporting events, golfing, fishing, and working on home projects. Tom was a skilled craftsman who shared his talents willingly with others.
He was preceded in death by his dad and mom, Alfred and Louise Anderson.
He is survived by his three daughters April (and Frank) Castaneda, Gina (and Nate) Langstraat, Lindsey (and Mike) Simmons, his eight grandkids (Noah, Dante, Tate, Marcus, Ava, Mason, Phoenix, and Myles), his sister Judi (and Keith) Mellick, his brother Wade (and Wanita) Anderson, his nieces Cherie (and Jeff) Payne, Jamie Anderson, and Jennifer (and Marcus) VanDalen, and his nephew Josh Anderson.
Farewell Tribute Information
A graveside Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 7 at 12:30 p.m. at Greenacres Memorial Park with a reception to immediately follow at Fox Hall to celebrate Toms life. Donations Information
In lieu of flowers, the family is encouraging donations to the Whatcom Hospice House in memory of Thomas F. Anderson
3 responses to Thomas Frank Anderson
Babe Quintrall says:
December 4, 2012
I just wanted to express my sympathy at Thomas’ passing. I didn’t know him personally but I understand the pain of losing a loved one. I would like to share a couple of thoughts that I hope will bring you some comfort. In John 5:28,29 we have a promise of a resurrection when it says ” the hour is coming when all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out” and then in 1 Corinthians 15:26 it says death is an enemy and that it will be brought to nothing. These two scriptures bring me hope and comfort, I hope they do for you as we’ll. if you would like to learn more please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely B.Quintrall
Judi Mellick says:
December 4, 2012
I miss you so much already, I can;t believe you are really gone. You are my brother and my friend and will be in my heart untill we meet again. I Love you Tom!
Chuck & Mary Copps says:
December 4, 2012
Tom, From working iron to projects at home to fishing ventures on the Nooksack and Skagit, I learned so much from you and all you had to do was be yourself you were good at everything you did except growing old. Tom, you are a true friend. We will miss you. To April,Gina,Lindsey and Families, We’re so sorry, your Dad is a great guy, he will be missed by all.