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Dec 24th, 1941 - Jan 18th, 2017Funeral: 3 p.m. Sunday, January 22, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, January 22, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Committal Service: A committal service with the presentation of military honors will be held following the service at Gary's childhood home located at 2888 Ironwood Road in Xenia
Gary David Anderson, age 75, of Flora, Illinois, passed away early Wednesday morning, January 18, 2017, at his home.
Gary was born December 24, 1941, in Xenia, the son of Byron and Ruth (Stanford) Anderson. He married Deana (Gaines) Herdes on October 25, 1973 in Flora.
Gary graduated from Flora High School in 1960 and went on to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1960-1964, receiving an honorable discharge. Following his service in the Air Force, he worked at Sparton Manufacturing and then for Halliburton and Dowell Oil companies. He also owned his own business, Briscoe’s Farm Store. Gary then started working as a short haul semi-truck driver, a job that was a perfect fit for him. He was a member of Clay County Farm Bureau, a past member of Clay County Bass Club, a past Flora City Commissioner, and attended Flora Church of the Nazarene. Gary enjoyed talking to friends at the coffee shop, Walmart, or anywhere he went. He also loved to go bass fishing, tell corny jokes, listen to country music, and watch old western movies. Gary loved life, his family, and his grandkids.
He is survived by his wife: Deana Anderson of Flora; children: Kerry (Amy) Herdes of Xenia, Pamela Anderson a resident of Bluebird CILA Home in Flora, and Wendi (Daniel) Ufford of Adams, TN; 3 grandchildren: Bryton, Eliza, and Sarah Ruth; 1 great-granddaughter: Mia Grace; a sister: Patsy (Norman) Little of Camargo; and mother-in-law: Wanda Gentry (the late Omer P. Gaines) of Flora. Also surviving are brother and sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; 1 sister: Nancy Allen; and 1 brother: William Curtis Anderson.
A Celebration of Life will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, January 22, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. A committal service with the presentation of military honors will be held following the service at Gary’s childhood home, located at 2888 Ironwood Road in Xenia. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Gary’s memory may be given to Clay County Hospice or Clay County Hospital Endowment Foundation, and these will be accepted at the funeral home.
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Gary was one of a kind...one of the good guys. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone he met. Gary will be missed by all who knew him.
This man will be missed in our community. Prayers to you all. He was a great man.
Deana and Family: We are truly sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God grant you peace, comfort and strength as you grieve. RIP Gary ✝️
So sorry for your loss Gary was always fun to be around I know he will be missed.
So sorry for your loss Gary was a great man and friend.
Prayers for comfort to your entire family during this difficult time.
Gary was such bright light on the path of life. His happy, funny ways always made me laugh and smile, he did have a happy way of facing most things in life. If I didn't tell him that, he knew anyway, as we always shared laughter when we saw each other. I'm so sorry that I didn't know he was going home. He takes happiness, laughter and goodness to Heaven. Make the stars sparkle, Gary!!
Deana and family, Our most sincere condolences. We always enjoyed be around Gary and listening to his stories. He will be missed but not forgotten.
My prayers are with Gary's family. Gary (Bambi) was great to work with. Such a comedian. Love to just banter in fun with anyone. He will be missed. God rest you
Sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort.
Deana and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Bambi was a great guy that everyone enjoyed being around. He was always friendly and funny. He will be missed, but not forgotten. RIP: Gary (Bambi).
May God comfort your family in this time of loss.
We were so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. He was an individual that just made you feel happy to be around. I know he will be missed. Prayers of comfort for all of you during this difficult time.
Gary was a great guy he will be missed !
What a wonderful family man. Always had a smile on his face. We will miss you Bambi.
So sorry for your loss, Deana & family. Hugs & prayers.
Gary was a classmate and a great friend. Always enjoyed talking with him ------ and hearing some good jokes. He certainly will be missed! My prayers and sympathy to the family.
Gary was a great guy. Always fun to be around. He definately will be missed.
The Anderson family will miss Gary.So sorry for you all.
Gary was a good friend. I'm happy that I got to visit with him at our last class reunion. He will be missed. Prayers for the family at this difficult time.
Gary was a brother to me. The world is a better place because of him. I will miss him.
Gary was a lot of fun especially playing cards. He will be missed
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family. We always enjoyed talking and joking with Gary. He will be missed. Blessings
Gary was always so loving and kind. He was always so welcoming and hilarious. The world is a little less joyful without him in it. Love and prayer to his whole family.
A great guy who brightened the room. He will be missed.
So very sorry to hear this, Gary was a great guy and always positive, He always managed to put a smile on everyone's face. Such a kind man who will be greatly missed. Sending love & prayers to the family.
Gary was such a nice guy. Very friendly and always had a story to tell. Thoughts and prayers for you, Dena, and your family.
So very sorry to learn of "Bambi's" passing......sympathies to his wife & family. He was a friend to me forever.....what a fine man. RIP Gary.
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good man and always made me smile. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
So sorry to hear of your loss, Gary was such a sweet guy, always made you feel good, loved to tease, and chat with all, he will be missed so much by so many. My condolences to all of you during this time of sorrow, but know you will have many treasured good memories, forever.
Deana & family, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I got to know Gary when we first opened Castaways at our very first location, he always had a smile on his face and several jokes to tell. I enjoyed talking with him when he would come in. Praying for you & your family during this difficult time. Shawn Kirby
Deana and family, we are so sorry to learn of your loss. Gary was so well known and always had a smile. He will be missed. Our sympathy to you and your family.
I'm so very sorry to hear about Gary's passing your family will be in are thoughts and prayers
Sorry for your loss.....
Gary was a great friend from our class of '60. Some of by best memories were hunting together on Gary's farm with our friends. We always had fun time, mainly bagging rabbits cleaning, cooking and eating them right in the field. The Anderson's were all so kind and several times invited Gary's friends to their Sunday dinner. Just about the best cooking I remember growing up. Meeting Gary's folks helps you understand why he was such a good and likable guy. I'll miss you old friend.
I am truly sorry for your loss. Know that my heart and prayers are with you. Wendi - I will never forget your father :-) Very fond memories of growing up and spending time at your home. Love you dear friend!
Deana, My condolences to you and your family at the passing of your loved one. I understand your pain and sorrow and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Our sincere sympathies for your family.
Classmate ,pal for many years,club fishing buddy,.....always a smile RIP my friend...........Herb Sr
So sorry for your loss. Gary and I worked together and he was a dear friend. He will be missed by many many friends.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers!!
Deana, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers during this difficult time.
one of the best of class 1960---------will always remember.
So sorry for your loss. Know that God is with you during this time. I didn't know Gary as well as I did Deanna and the kids, but I recently visited with him at the doctor office. He seemed one who enjoyed life. Hold on to your precious memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dennis and Sue Hampsten and family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Rest in peace Gary
Deana and family, so sorry for your loss.
Rest in peace Gary. When I first came to Flora - all the men I met had nicknames. You will always be "Bambi" to me. :) You were a good man, husband, father and you had an awesome sense of humor. I extend my sympathy to your family. Peace to all of you
there just aren't enough candles to honor gary.
My thoughts and Prayers go out To the Family of Mr. Anderson.
My condolences on your loss. Although we had never met I am also a descendant of the Clay County Stanford's.
Deana and family We were very sorry to hear about Gary passing. He was A great cousin . Prayers to the family
Sorry for your loss Deana. Gary was always a happy go lucky guy. Remember him when we worked out at Silgan. He sure like driving to Olney back and forth each day. He will be missed.
It was our privilege to have known Gary. What a cut-up! Had so much fun with Deana and Gary on our trips and outings with them! Prayers for sweet Deana and her family! We WILL see him again!
So very sorry for your loss, Dena, always thought he was one of the best. Loved talking to him, will miss him.
Deane, So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. We are so glad we got to visit with him this summer. He will be greatly missed.
Sorry to hear about your father. Prayers for you all
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
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