Carol Ann Anderson

Carol Ann Anderson, 79, passed on October 19, 2026, in Jackson, Michigan. She was born in San Francisco, California on June 21, 1947 to parents Johanna and Clare Dillon. Throughout her life, Carol met long-standing health struggles with steady endurance and grace.

For many years, she worked as a hairdresser, a vocation well-suited to her gentle way and ease with people. Later, she returned to school to earn her certification as a Medical Assistant, which she expressed through her deep compassion and desire to care for others. She often spoke of wanting to become a doctor someday, a hope that reflected both her ambition and commitment to helping those around her, even when time and circumstance did not allow that dream to be fully realized.

Her faith was central to her life. She loved God and her church, and held closely the friends and family who meant so much to her. Through kindness, attentiveness, and steadfast love, she leaves a legacy of compassion that will be remembered with gratitude.

Carol was preceded in death by her mother, Johanna, and her father, Clare.

She is survived by her children, Anthony Anderson, Tracey Christensen, and Brad Walniewski; her grandchildren, Jorgen (Alex) Christensen, Nicole Christensen, Braysen Walniewski, Breslyn Walniewski, Briella Walniewski, and Holly Anderson; her sisters, Debbie Dillon and Jan Swank; and her niece, Christina Hamilton and family.

A private Celebration of Life will be held for Carol by the family.