Obituary: Andrew R. Anderson

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Andrew Richard Anderson, age 87, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Forsyth Nursing and Rehab Center in Forsyth, Missouri.

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He was born June 20, 1939, in Joliet, Illinois. Andrew lived a vast majority of his life in Minooka, where he attended Minooka Community High School. He was married for 65 years to the love of his life, Nancy, whom he met at the town dance at the Old Masonic Temple a few years after graduating from high school. She pre-deceased him in May 2026.

Andrew was a lifelong member of Minooka United Methodist Church, He worked at Caterpillar for 30 years as a quality control inspector and drove busses for Minooka schools for more than 40 years. After retirement he was often seen working as the model train officiant at the local hobby shops. Andrew loved antiquing, camping, water sports, boats, music, car races, and enjoyed model railroading and flying remote-control model planes. He loved working with his hands in carpentry and welding. Andrew was passionate about his hometown of Minooka and had many stories to tell about the history of the community especially to young people. He particularly liked attending his sons' and later grandchildrens' music concerts. He had a deep affection for his many beloved pets through his life.

He is survived by his three sons, Richard (Wendy) Anderson of Hollister, Missouri, Steven (Tammy) Anderson of Morris, and Clark (Jennifer) Anderson of Romeoville, and his beloved grandchildren, Aric (Becky), Kelli (Jason), Lily, and Copland.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Andrew's name to Minooka United Methodist Church or American Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated.

Visitation for Andrew will be Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until funeral services at 11:30 a.m. at Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black and Essington Road, Joliet, IL 60431. Pastor Dave Buerstetta will officiate. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Joliet, IL.

For information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.

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