Thomas Roy Anderson

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Anderson, Thomas Roy Thomas Roy Anderson, 74, of Eden Prairie MN, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 25th, 2020. Tom's battle with pancreatic cancer was a difficult, though brief one. He was grateful for the happy, healthy life he lived, but he wanted more time with family and great friends. However, he found peace in his knowledge that this was God's will and God's timing. Tom was preceded in death by his father, Clifford, mother, Helen, and his sister, Val, who also passed away from the same cancer this year. Tom is survived by his wife, Bev (nee Barrett). October 18th would have been their 45th anniversary. Also survived by sons, Ryan; Brett (Lisa) and granddaughter, Ava; sister, Cathy Kindem (Jim); and brother-inlaw, Jerry Bowen. Tom's love for his family may only have been challenged by his love for Minnesota and its outdoor sports, his lake home that he built much by himself, and his dogs, Chamois and Chase, their hunting and obedience training, dock jumping, and modeling careers (shooting print ads and TV commercials). After graduating from Edina High in 1964, where he helped to set the MN state record in the mile relay, he earned his degree from Mankato State. Then, Tom worked in the telecommunications industry and also served for over 30 years as a director of the non- profit, Environmental Resource Council. In his final days, Tom's thoughts were of his family and friends. Selfless and caring, he wanted to spend more time with all of them. He felt blessed to share his life and will be deeply missed. A private family prayer time will be held in the near future. To be notified of the future Celebration of Life, please email your email address and/or phone number to: tomandersoncelebration@gmail.com Memorials may be made to: donor's choice, NC Little Memorial Hospice, pancan.org, or Wooddale Church. washburn-mcreavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

Published on October 4, 2020