Esther M Anderson's Obituary
Esther M. Anderson
Lakeland – Esther M. Anderson, 91, passed away peacefully May 2, 2015.
Mrs. Anderson was born in East Liverpool, OH on Dec. 1, 1923 to the late David and Delta Foden. At the age of 16 she had her own beauty shop. Mrs. Anderson moved to the Lakeland area 50 years ago from Sebring, FL. She loved music, and played piano and trumpet in the Salvation Army Band, and sang in various musical ensembles. In addition to her love for music, she also enjoyed fishing and attended Highland Park Church.
Mrs. Anderson was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin G. Anderson; and sisters, Dorothy Gonzales and Carol Sanford Frere. She is survived by her children, Nancy (Joe) Keil of Alexandria, AL, David (Marie) Anderson of Lakeland, FL., Peggy (Kevin) Dawson of Mulberry, FL and Beth (Tim) Newberry of Auburndale, FL; 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be Fri. from 10-11 am at Gentry Morrison Southside Chapel, 1727 Bartow Rd. Lakeland. Funeral services will follow at 11 am at the funeral chapel. Interment will be in Oak Hill Burial Park.
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