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Obituary- Anderson, Robert

Retired Colonel Robert ''Bob'' Anderson passed away Sept. 9, 2008 in Oklahoma City. He was born June 3, 1929 in Topeka, Kansas to Theodore Cryder Anderson and Winifred (McCollough) Anderson. Bob spent most of his childhood in Tulsa, OK, graduating from Will Rogers High School in 1947. He received a degree in aviation and space engineering from Oklahoma University. Bob married Helene Wyatt and together they were the proud parents of four wonderful children David, John, Fred, and Marjean. In addition to his accomplishments as a husband and father, Bob had a commendable 30 year career with the United States Air Force. He was a fighter pilot serving missions in Korea and Viet Nam and was the left wingman in the USAF Thunderbirds during the 1954/57 tour. After serving his country and receiving numerous medals and awards, including two distinguished flying crosses, two silver stars, and ten air medals, Bob embarked on a second successful career as a life insurance salesman in Oklahoma City. In addition to his business career Bob was active in his church and civic activities, including Oklahomans for Children and Families (OCAF), where he served as president for over a decade. Bob was an active member of the Daedaleans, whose mission is to encourage young people in aviation careers. He was also involved in Bible Study Fellowship, a Monday morning prayer breakfast, and was an active member of the Life Builders Sunday school class at Crossings Community church. In addition he was an active worker in the Republican Party for many years. Most recently, Bob has been involved in the rewarding work of prison ministry. Bob loved playing golf and had many wonderful days on the golf course with his foursome, ''three Bobs and a Stan.'' Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his children David and Marjean. He leaves behind his wife Helene, son John and daughter-in-law Linda, son Fred, and six grandchildren: Christopher, Brian, Kimberly, Justin, Matthew, and Jonathan, and six great grandchildren. He is survived by his two brothers, Ted of Las Vegas, NV and Don of OKC. Donations may be made, in Bob's memory, to Oklahoma Family Policy Council, 3908 Peniel, Bethany, OK 73008, phone 787-7744, or Citizens Caring for Children, 3317 Wynn Dr., Edmond, OK 73013, phone 359-2694. Visitation will be held Sunday from 12 to 6 at Smith & Kernke, 14624 N. May Ave., Oklahoma City. Services will be at Crossings Community, 14600 North Portland Ave. OKC, Monday, Sept. 15, 2008 at 2:30pm, followed by interment at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Published in The Oklahoman on 9/14/2008

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