Mr. Norman Lester Anderson Jr.

Norman L. Anderson, Jr., age 83, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Wednesday, June 10, 2015. He was born in Morehead, Minnesota and grew up in North Dakota and Montana. He was the eldest of 5 children and proudly served his country in the 7th division 49 F.A.B. ‘A’ Battery in the U.S. Army, in the Korean War from September 1951 to September 1952. He was awarded a Korean service medal with two bronze service stars and a Purple Heart. Norman’s professional career took him to Houston, Texas in 1968 where he sold heavy equipment and parts, eventually running his own business until retirement. After retirement, he and his wife moved to Knoxville to be with family in 2008. Norman’s greatest achievement was his loving family that he grew and supported together with his devoted wife of 62 years, Arlene D. Anderson. At one time or another, almost all family members spent time living in the Anderson household, from in-laws to grandchildren. His favorite time spent was with his family and cousins near and far. Norman was a Christian man who loved his family and his country with all his heart. Along with Arlene, he is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Michael and Susan Anderson, daughter and son-in-law Patricia and Jeffrey Nash, and brother-in-law Arthur Wahl, who he raised as a son. Additionally he is survived by a total of 4 siblings, 7 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 10:30 am at Berry Highland West in Knoxville, Tennessee. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the charity of your choice. Please sign Mr. Anderson’s online register book at www.berryhighlandwest.com. Berry Highland West, 9913 Sherrill Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37932. 865-693-9547