Betty Marie Anderson

Betty Marie Anderson, 82, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 26, 2015, in Thousand Oaks, California, with family at her side. She was born in Surrey, North Dakota on January 30, 1933 and graduated from Surrey High School before marrying Gordon Anderson in November of 1951.

She moved to California in 1957 where she raised her family. Betty was an active member in her church community, teaching Sunday School and volunteering her time for a number of charitable causes. She worked side by side with her husband at their family-owned pharmacy in Thousand Oaks for nine years. Betty and her husband moved full time to their home in Wrightwood, California in 1974 where they continued to live for the next 41 years. She was known and loved for her kindness and generosity. Betty enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, singing, sewing, baking and being with family.

She is survived by her husband, Gordon, of nearly 64 years; her two daughters, Debra Christensen and Kimberly Kussman; sister, Sharon Paulson; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Services were held on Sunday, August 30, 2915, at Wrightwood Community United Methodist Church.

Donations can be made in her name to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura. Condolences may be sent to TedMayrFuneralHome.com.