Loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
We are saddened to announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Matthew Anderson, 94 of Owasso, OK, who died Thursday, March 30, 2023.
He was born in Booneville, Arkansas, in 1928 on June 23rd, to Robert Matthew Anderson, Sr. and Addie (Beshears) Anderson. His beloved wife of almost 68 years, Faye Anderson preceded him in death on May 13, 2016.
He is survived by his three children, Dawson Wayne Anderson, Judith Hart, and Jack Anderson. He is also survived by five grandchildren, kristal Shanahan, Andrew Hart, Jason Anderson, Katelyn Furman and Joshua Anderson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Addie, three sisters, Betty, Merle, and Liz, grandson Shane Anderson and infant great- granddaughter Natalie Furman.
His career spanned proudly serving through the United States Navy in WW11 Pacific Theatre. He was a successful electrician and member of local IBEW 584. He loved working and providing for his family. He had an unmatched drive to stay busy and do as much as he could for as long as he could. Bob was also a lifelong member of the Democratic Party.
He owned and ran a cattle farm for many years. It became his passion. Many family picnics, wiffle ball games, fishing and bottle feeding baby calves were enjoyed over the years on his farm.
He was also an avid reader throughout the years and western novels were his favorite genre. Most of all, he loved his family and always looked forward to visits with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. “Papa Bob” will always be loved and missed dearly by his family.
It doesn’t matter if a cowboy resides in the mountainsides or the flats, as long as its warm and there is a place to lay his hat. – – Anonymous
Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral service on Saturday, April 15, at 10:00 a.m. at Mowery Funeral Service Chapel.
9110 North Garnett Road, Owasso, OK.
