Lowell J. Anderson

Lowell Anderson passed away Nov. 2, 2013, in Everett, Wash., surrounded by his family. Lowell was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. Lowell was born to Bill and Blanche Anderson on Sept. 30, 1936, in Ogden, Utah, and was raised with his three surviving siblings, Keith, Bill and Beth. Always an athlete, Lowell played baseball, basketball and football for Clarkston High School. Lowell married Carol Harvey in Lewiston in 1958. He was drafted into the U.S. Army the following year. Lowell and Carol remained in the Seattle area to raise their family, Shelly Anderson, Sheryl Mayer (Harry) and Bryan Anderson (Sue). Lowell worked for the civil service for 30 years. Lowell and Carol retired in 1997 and moved to Camano Island, Wash., where they could golf, swim and tend their garden. They also traveled around the world, including trips to Europe, Asia and Mexico. During the winter months they spent time in Texas and Arizona. In 2004 Lowell had a severe stroke, leaving him paralyzed and unable to speak. His last few years were spent with his loved ones by his side. Lowell was a great father and an avid sports fan. Lowell would never miss his kids' sporting events. Lowell also enjoyed taking the family on many vacations and special camping trips. He was a devoted grandfather, and "Bubba" will be sorely missed by all including his grandchildren, Sam Benjamin, Carrie Ann Graham, Stacy Blenman (Artie), Katie Beach, and Luke and Zac Anderson. He was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, Kahl and MacKenzie. Services will begin at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Evergreen Funeral Home in Everett. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Stroke Association or the National Parks Department.