Fred Anderson

In the song of life, Frederick Benjamin Anderson was surely the composer. A very observant man who would rather spend his time creating than talking, Frederick preferred to live in a world of harmony where everything around him made sense. In fact, he depended on his sensory world to provide him with concrete data. A free spirit, Frederick believed that actions definitely spoke for themselves. He seemed to know what fit and what didn’t fit in everything he did. Frederick perceived that all of life’s possibilities were open to him, yet he lived with a definite sense of purpose. He was a man who was always ready to share his creations with those around him.

       His parents were Fred A. And Reba Paul Anderson. As a young child, Frederick was optimistic in his outlook. He sought out the possibilities in a given situation and looked for ways to apply his creative energies. Frederick rarely calling attention to himself, but when he did speak out, his message was clearly understood by those around him.

      Early on in his family relationships, Frederick showed that he was a tolerant and flexible person, and he got along fairly well with everyone. He was raised with one sister, Sydney. He was a calm and playful child who was adaptable to any situation.

      A person who was sensitive to others’ feelings, modest and tolerant, Frederick had the ability to become completely devoted to another when that affection was returned.

      Frederick was exceptionally sympathetic and compassionate when it came to his children. These emotional bonds made him as much playmate as parent. He gave his family unconditional love and kindness, sharing his artistic nature by turning everyday events into creative play. Frederick was blessed with two children, one son, Ben; and one daughter, Caroline. They were also blessed with three grandchildren, Benjamin, Evelyn and Victoria.

      Frederick’s faith was important to him. He was a member of the Sherwood Forest Free Will Baptist Church. Frederick's passionate commitment to upholding his values placed him at home in his religion, where he took comfort in the company of others who believed as he did.

       He is survived by his wife, Martha; his son, Ben; his daughter, Caroline; his sister, Sydney; and his three grandchildren, Benjamin, Evelyn and Victoria. Services were held at the Sherwood Forest Free Will Baptist Church. Frederick was laid to rest in Greenleaf Memorial Park in New Bern, North Carolina.

      Frederick was a good man, a kind man, and a practical man who will for all time be remembered by his family and friends as being warm and deeply caring. He leaves behind him a treasury of life-long friendships and wonderful memories. Frederick always had much to give and was able to make those connections in his life where his gifts were appreciated. Frederick was a faithful, practical and loving person. Everyone whose life he touched will always remember Frederick Benjamin Anderson.

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Fred Anderson, 72, of New Bern passed away Sunday, April 26, 2015 at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

He was a member of Sherwood Forest Free Will Baptist Church.

Funeral Service will be 2:00 pm Tuesday, April 28, 2015, at Sherwood Forest Free Will Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Greenleaf Memorial Park, with Military Honors. The Family will receive friends at Cotten Funeral Home, Monday, April 27, 2015, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Fred A. and Reba Paul Anderson.

He is survived by his wife Martha Gaskins Anderson; son, Ben [Shirley] Anderson of Taylors, SC; daughter, Caroline Anderson of Jacksonville, NC ; sister Sydney Austin of Aurora , NC ; 3 grandchildren, Benjamin, Evelyn, and Victoria Anderson.

In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Free Will Baptist International Missions, PO Box 5002 Antioch, TN 37011.

Arrangements by Cotten Funeral Home and Crematory

Online condolences may be made to www.cottenfuneralhome.com