Donald L. Anderson, 68, of Bristol, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2009, at St. Catherine’s Medical Center in Pleasant Prairie. Born June 28, 1941, in Kenosha, he was the son of Walter and Eileen (Gumbel) Anderson. A lifelong resident of Kenosha and graduate of Mary D. Bradford High School, he also attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. On June 18, 1963 he entered the United States Air Force serving until his honorable discharge on June 16, 1967. Donald was trained as a Nuclear Weapons Specialist and Missile Mechanic. For 27 years he was a field engineer for IBM, retiring in 1992. He was a member of Southport Gun Club, local HOG group, the N.R.A and he was an avid hunter. Don enjoyed riding his Harley and loved truck driving. Surviving are a son, David (Elizabeth) Anderson of The Colony, TX; two daughters, Dianne (David) Burd of Eagan, MN, and Laura (Michael) Eckert of Lakeville, MN; his father, Walter Anderson of Necedah, WI; two sisters, Kay (Gene) Schwarze of Eagle River, WI, and Joy (William) Vancaster of Mauston, WI; and his seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eileen Anderson. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 4th, at Proko Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be held on Wednesday at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Donald’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Dr Terry and Sue Frantal
November 4, 2009
Our Prayers are with you all. When i drive down 3rd ave the think of all the good times we had in that neighborhood. We are out in AZ for a few weeks, we are sorry we can't be there. We will be think of you all.
Clinton F. McMaster
November 4, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the Donald Anderson family from the members of the Southport Gun Club.Clint McMaster Southport Vice President
Kristin Eckert
November 4, 2009
Laura, Dianne, David-My heart goes out to you and the Anderson family during this difficult time. I hope you will find peace and comfort through memories of your father and strength from all of us who love you. You are in my thoughts.Kristin
David and Nancy St. Angel
November 4, 2009
To David AndersonMy best memory of your dad was a trip we took to return buses to Hansens. They lived out in the hinder-land and it was on a back road that we were traveling. I was leading in my car and your dad was behind me and keeping pace. Suddenly I saw a pheasant in the road and slammed on my brakes. A Sable stops faster than the buses behind it and I could hear the sounds of screeching rubber behind me. Your dad managed to stop the bus but I never saw anyone turn so white.We often told this story with a good laugh over the next few years. Your dad was a special man and a special friend of mine. We were always happy to see each other and tell war stories. I have not seen Don in many years but will always have fond memories of the time we spent together.Our thoughts are with you and your family and you have our most sincere condolences & Nancy
David Burd
November 3, 2009
Don,You will be missed by your family.Dave Burd
Jim Hendrickson
November 3, 2009
Played trumpet with Don at McKinley and Bradford... ( so long ago )..So sorry to hear of Don's passing.. too young !!My very very best to Mr. Anderson, Kay, Joy and the rest of the family.God Bless...Jim Hendrickson