'Cliff was my training agent after I left the FBI Academy in early 1978. He had just returned from FBIHQ himself and took on a new guy. For all he was to me during this time, Cliff will always hold a special place in my heart. I wish him God's speed to his well deserved reward. Rest in Peace! 
Mike Timko'

'We share the pain with the passing of Cliff who has been family to us. We pray that his soul rests in peace. Our special thoughts are with you Nancy, Michael and Kathryn today when you are having the memorial service to celebrate his life.'

'We wish we could have had more time with Cliff. We cherished the time we did have. He has our love and respect. We remember him and smile at the sheer goodness of him.'

'May the wonderful memories of the past help you through this time of sorrow.'

'The old saying that the mold was broken after Cliff Anderson was created is true; there could not ever be another Cliff. 
He was kind, thoughtful, considerate and helpfulwords that describe Cliff only tell part of his story. I enjoyed talking with Cliff about numerous topics. He enjoyed: History, Travel, Politics, Food, San Antonio and Texas however California and New England were part of his thoughts and he did not forget those days. 
Cliff was a member of the ROMEOS a group of (Retired Old Men Eating Out) he was not the most vocal however his words and comments were appreciated by all. Cliff introduced me the Gateway Coin Club, a group of approximately 30 members. One of the tasks for members was to make a presentation on some coin subject. He selected British Coins and talked about how the coins changed from one English King/Queen to the next, the club gave him a standing ovation. 
One of my regrets is that I did not meet Cliff years ago however I can say that he is one of the finest man anyone will ever meet. We miss you Cliff. 
Our thoughts go out to you, Nancy and to your family.'

'Dr. Anderson, I was thinking about you so strongly today (it's a very rainy, dark day in New Orleans - your favorite kind) and I couldn't find your e-mail address so I googled you and found this tragedy. I am so deeply sorry for your loss! Please know that I'm thinking of you and your family and praying that you'll have peace in the coming days, weeks, months and years! Much love to you! - Francie'

'Dear Nancy, I'm so very very sorry to hear about your husband! I am thinking of you, and I hope that your wonderful memories and support from your family and friends will sustain you right now. With love, Janna'

'I'm so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful father, husband, grandfather. He seems like one of those people who are sorely missed, but whose lives are gifts to all who know them and can be celebrated with each cherished moment in our lives that refreshes our memories of them and brings loving smiles to our faces.'

'My sincere condolences to Cliff's family. I too shall miss him. I'll always remember how much of a gentleman he was as well as a good friend. I'll always remember the meetings in the New Orleans area and phone calls to discuss coin collecting. Especially tokens. 
Rest in peace my friend.'

'Always a gentleman and with great purpose. Be in peace!'

'Condolences from the Jensens in Denmark. 
Only a few years ago Cliff entered our lives. We had begun writing a family history about our American relatives.Because Cliff and I (Frank) are related ,we had a commen interest in this subject. From the very first moment Cliff offered all his attention to the project . He inspired and encouraged us and told us about his branch of the family and delivered material to us. He even wrote a chapter about it. No one could have been more entusiastic about the family history than he. Although we never met him face to face, we knew him through the extensive correspondence.We can support all,what has been written elsewhere and we want to add, that Cliff was even-tempered, open-minded and he had a splendid sense of humuor. 
All honours to the memory of Cliff Anderson.

'I worked with Cliff when he was in N.O. He was a great role model for a new guy and a real gentleman. May God rest his soul.'

'It was a privilege to get to know Cliff in his beloved Alps. We enjoyed listening to his fascinating experiences and valued his insight in numerous discussions. Our lives are so much the richer for having met him. He will be missed.'

'Our deepest sympathies to the Anderson Family. Cliff was a fellow federal agent that enjoyed working with during our careers and during retirement in our other careers. Cliff was a true upright person in all respects. I too will miss his famous phone answering phrase.'

'I am so sorry that Cliff is gone. He was a kind man and a man of intelligence and integrity. My heart goes out to you, Nancy, and your family.'

'Nancy and family- our condolences to you on your loss. Cliff and I worked together in New Orleans. He was a kind,gentle,and wise man. My most special memory of Cliff involves a period when New Orleans was near riot after several persons had been shot by the police when attempting to arrest them for murdering a police officer. Cliff maintained regular contact with a local community leader, assuring her that the matter would be fully investigated. I am convinced Cliff diffused the situation and saved the city from an ugly experience. I told this story at my retirement to show how special Cliff was to me. 
 I know he had "doubts" about religion, but I cannot see how a merciful God would deny this beautiful creature a place of eternal reward. 
Our love to you all in this time of sorrow. 
Al and Kathy Hoyt'

'It was unexpected for me to know what happened. I lost a really great friend and all of us lost a great and lovable gentleman. I will never forget all the moments spent together in Berlin at WMF 2008 and 2010, all our conversations during our dinner or at the hotel drinking a beer about numismatics, politics, our families and San Antonio. And I will never forget your kindness with my son Carlo. My dear Cliff, you will be forever in our heart and with us. Carlo sends you a big kiss. We will miss you. Come to the Anderson family our condolences and our love. Daniela, Max, Carlo & Giulia AIELLO from Bari (Italy)'

'Hello Cliff, it was a privilege to have known you and having you as a friend. MAX'

'I am delighted that a fine liberal arts education got into our federal government. Noble work.'

'We were distressed to read of Cliff's death. What a wonderful husband and neighbor. We are thrilled that we knew him, even if it was a short time. All our love to you and your family.'

'Cliff was one of the most personable men I have ever known. His smile was so wonderful and I treasure the delightful conversations that I had with him. My heart goes out to you, Nancy, and to your children and grandchildren. Elmore joins me in expressing our sincere condolences on your loss. He was a wonderful, wonderful man!'

'Cliff, we will miss you. May God grant you eternal rest.'

'Please accept my condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.'

'My heart is sad at the passing of such a great guy. Nancy,he will be missed by all... Cliff was a Class Act.Jerry and Karen'

'My regret is that I did not meet Cliff and Nancy long ago. I am very happy that we drew a fast friendship with them both. I will never forget the smile Cliff had when I came barreling in to his townhouse with my guitar in hand. He tapped along to all the Elvis songs I could remember! And of course Nancy did too! It was great to know and admire Cliff for the short time that Suzanne and I did. We will miss him and we pledge to check in on Nancy as often as we can! God Bless! Rick and Suzanne Cavender'

'I am so deeply saddened by the passing of dear Cliff. You have my sympathy and prayers'

'Dear Nancy, Michael, Kathryn and family:

'Cliff brought to us his love of collecting. His love of his niche, influenced and opened up the idea of collecting these items.

'Condolences to Nancy and Family. We all have a special feeling for Cliff, and know that he is in a better place.'

'Nancy--I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Please know that all of us here at Loyola are thinking of you!'

'My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Anderson Family.

'Cliff and Nancy's positive influence on our grandchildren is a blessing, and one they will remember forever.We will miss his generous soul and thoughtful intellect, not to mention his ever present smile.'

'Dear Nancy - I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope in time you will find comfort in the memories of the wonderful times you shared. 
Affectionately, Patricia'

'Cliff was one of the best! He will be missed.'

'Yo! Thank you Cliff. You may borrow my "Yo!" You were a great friend to me and to the rest of the club.'

'Nancy and family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cliff was a friend, fellow agent and fellow Marine, truly an officer and a gentleman. I'll miss hearing, "Anderson here." 
Del and Carolyn Hahn'

'I need only the simplest of words to express my deep love and respect for Cliff--gentle, kind, considerate, gracious, thoughtful--a truly good and fine mind, heart and soul--Cliff--we were blessed with the gift of your life and cherish the times we shared.'

'We are deeply saddened by your loss. May your memories of the life you shared together help comfort you.'

'Cliff Anderson leaves the finest of all legacies that anyone would desire. That legacy is nonmaterial, sincere, and genuine. It is the fact that he gained so much satsfaction in communing with his fellow human and relished learning as a lifelong preoccupation.'

'Our thoughts and prayers to the kind gentleman who always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. I remember the day Cliff called telling me he and Nancy were moving from New Orleans to Texas. The FBI was always a better place with people like Cliff. Bill & Jeri'

'GThe loss of such a vital man and loving husband and father is mitigated by the joy and passion he shared with his beloved Nancy and their children, grandchildren and friends.

'Love to Michael, Donene, Jackson, and the entire Anderson family from the Shugrues.'

'Nancy, our prayers are with you and your family. Cliff was a good man, and I enjoyed knowing him while he was in New Oleans. 
Sincerely, Dick and Linda'

'I fondly recall working with Cliff in New Orleans for the three years I was assigned there (71-74). He always had a kind word and smile. He will be missed.'

'You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.Your presence made our Thursday meetings special. We miss you and your smile.'

'Dear Nancy and Family: 
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Cliff was an exceptional Special Agent with the FBI and carried that trait in his personal life among his associates. We are better men for our association with Cliff. We will miss a dear friend and colleague of integrity. James Collignon'

'Thinking of you Nancy, and your entire family during this very difficult and sad time. Cliff was an amazing husband, father, and grandfather! He also was a very special brother n' law! I am so sorry for your loss. Much love to all of you!'

'Cliff epitomized the term "a gentleman and a scholar". My life was richer for having known him. (New Orleans: 1971-1989)TYSS'

OBITUARY

Clifford Anderson

November 15, 1938 – March 15, 2012

Porter Loring Mortuary - McCullough

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