Bernard Anderson

H. Bernard Anderson, a resident of Broken Arrow, Okla. passed away November 12, 2016 at the age of 81.

He was born August 4, 1935 to James Anderson and Thelma Amelia (Hartwigsen) Anderson in Greene County, Iowa. He served in the United States Air Force. Bernard was a retired farmer, a collector of farm toys and enjoyed welding and metal work but his biggest joy was spending time with his lovely wife of 55 years, Carol and their family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Thelma Anderson and brother, Albin Anderson.

Survivors include his wife, Carol Anderson of the home; four children: Glenn Anderson and wife, Melissa of Chandler, Glenda Brooks and husband, David of Oologah, Troy Anderson and wife, Kara of Yukon and Tracey Roberts and husband, Daniel of Tulsa; three sisters: Florence Seigenthlar of Jefferson, Iowa, Paulena Morris of Bartlett, Tennessee and Patricia McQuillen of Jefferson, Iowa; eight grandchildren: Jordan and Jillian Anderson, Caleb, Madi and Jackie Brooks, Savannah, Samuel and Shelby Anderson; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Viewing was held Tuesday, November 15, 2016 from 5 to 8:00 p.m. with family greeting friends that evening from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Floral Haven Funeral Home. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at Broken Arrow Church of Christ with Pastor Scott Keele officiating. Burial followed the service at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens in Broken Arrow. Military Honors were conducted by the United States Air Force and the Patriot Guard Riders.

Friends may send their condolences to www.floralhaven.com.