Obituary of Don ANDERSON

ANDERSON, Don July 7, 1929 – Brooks, Alberta March 23, 2015 – Calgary, Alberta Henry “Don” Anderson of Calgary, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2015 in his home surrounded by loved ones, after a brief battle with recurring lymphoma cancer at the age of 85 years. Don was born in Brooks, AB on July 7, 1929 to parents Henry and Dorothy Anderson. He graduated from Crescent Heights High School and further received a degree in Theology from the Canadian Bible College in Regina. Don married Glenna Miller on September 20, 1952. Don and Glenna pastored in Arcola, SK until God called them to missionary service in the Baliem Valley, in Irian Jaya. They spent 24 years ministering to and with the people in Irian, (known as West Papua). After some work in the new home construction field, Don was called to represent Trans World Radio in Western Canada, where he served until retirement. Don is survived by his children, son Gerald (Michelle) Anderson, daughter Lenna (Kelly) Heffernan, daughter Priscilla (David) Unger, and five grandchildren Hunter, Walker, Canyon, Aniela and Hannah, sister Pat (Mervyn) Alfred, as well as numerous family and friends. Don was predeceased by his beloved wife of 62 years, Glenna Anderson, and in 1973 by his brother Gordon Anderson. Don’s Memorial Service will be held at First Alliance Church (12345 – 40th Street S.E.) on Friday, March 27, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. Forward condolences through . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Christian and Missionary Alliance, noting Buzz and Myrna Maxey Work Special, for the church in Ibele at . In living memory of Don Anderson, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: 403-256-9575.