John Daniel Anderson
April 02, 1947 - January 24, 2018
Obituary
John Daniel Anderson, age 70, of Saginaw, formerly of Ontonagon, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 24, 2018.
The son of Wendell “Swede” and Josephine Anderson, John was born on April 2, 1947, in Ontonagon, Michigan.
John was a man passionate about life, his family, friends, travel, culture, history, his Scandinavian ancestry, his Upper Peninsula roots, his engineering accomplishments in Asia, education, creating beautiful woodwork, storytelling, and much more. He was an extraordinary man, husband, father, and grandfather—he loved unconditionally and gave everything of himself to others. John will be deeply and forever missed by his family and friends.
He was a graduate of Michigan Technological University, receiving dual bachelor degrees in Metallurgical Engineering and Engineering Administration, along with an MBA from Central Michigan University. He also received an honorary doctorate from Shanghai University. For more than 30 years, he was an adjunct professor in the business school at Saginaw Valley State University, where he positively impacted many students.
John is survived by his beloved wife, Evelyn “Evie” Anderson; his loving children, Melanie Anderson Lundberg and Bryan Anderson; their spouses, Joakim and Corie; his adored grandchildren, Elsa, Henrik, and Stellan; many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Charlene.
Visitation will be held Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 1:00 p.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 4:00 p.m. at Fischer Family Funeral Home, 504 N. Michigan Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48602.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in John's name to Finlandia University, ATTN: Donations, 601 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan 49930.
For information, please call (989) 755-8277. For online condolences, please visit www.fischerfuneral.com.
The son of Wendell “Swede” and Josephine Anderson, John was born on April 2, 1947, in Ontonagon, Michigan.
John was a man passionate about life, his family, friends, travel, culture, history, his Scandinavian ancestry, his Upper Peninsula roots, his engineering accomplishments in Asia, education, creating beautiful woodwork, storytelling, and much more. He was an extraordinary man, husband, father, and grandfather—he loved unconditionally and gave everything of himself to others. John will be deeply and forever missed by his family and friends.
He was a graduate of Michigan Technological University, receiving dual bachelor degrees in Metallurgical Engineering and Engineering Administration, along with an MBA from Central Michigan University. He also received an honorary doctorate from Shanghai University. For more than 30 years, he was an adjunct professor in the business school at Saginaw Valley State University, where he positively impacted many students.
John is survived by his beloved wife, Evelyn “Evie” Anderson; his loving children, Melanie Anderson Lundberg and Bryan Anderson; their spouses, Joakim and Corie; his adored grandchildren, Elsa, Henrik, and Stellan; many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Charlene.
Visitation will be held Saturday, February 3, 2018, from 1:00 p.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 4:00 p.m. at Fischer Family Funeral Home, 504 N. Michigan Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48602.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in John's name to Finlandia University, ATTN: Donations, 601 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan 49930.
For information, please call (989) 755-8277. For online condolences, please visit www.fischerfuneral.com.
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Kevin R Denecke
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I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.
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Diana Bommarito
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Dear Mrs. Anderson,
I'm thinking of you with deepest sympathy. In this time if grief, may you find peace and comfort. He was a Great man!!! Diana Bommarito
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Cinda Schantz
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Dear Evie,
On behalf of the Saginaw Branch of the Woman's National Farm and Garden Association, we were saddened to hear of John's death.
We have all been reminded recently, it is not how long a person lives, but how deep that life is. In your pain and sorrow, remember that he was a good man and we are here for you.
Our sincere sympathies,
Cinda Schantz
President
WNF&GA, Saginaw Branch
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Katie Candela Schoening
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Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Katie Schoening
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Katie Candela Schoening
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So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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Barbara Halverson
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Melanie, your Combined Insurance family is grieving for you. We know how much you loved your Dad. Many thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.