Glen's Obituary
Glen Arnold Anderson passed away on Monday, January 1, 2023, at the age of 91. He was born on September 7, 1932, in Great Falls, MT to Lillian and Arnold Anderson. He had a brother, Robert “Bob” Anderson, and was raised in Geraldine, MT.
Glen graduated from Geraldine High School in 1949 and then served in the United States Navy during the Korean conflict. He was stationed there for 4 years on the Destroyer Escort and the USS Whitehurst as a gunner’s mate. Glen was very proud of his service in the US Navy and never missed an opportunity to tell a story or two of his service. He was also very active with ship reunions and stayed in touch with his shipmates as lifelong friends. After the service, Glen attended Northern Montana College in Havre where he met the love of his life, Doris Arlene Harrington, from Polson, MT. On June 12, 1955, they married. They bought a small starter farm outside of Geraldine (the Hansmeyer Place) and set about making a family and a life for themselves. Things were hard for young farmers in those days, and as soon as the opportunity presented itself, they sold the Hansmeyer Place and purchased the Craig Place, 7 miles west of town. This was where they put down permanent roots, and the family successfully worked that land until their retirement.
Glen was a great farmer, husband, and father. He was a man of boundless energy and a strong sense of duty who believed intensely in the importance of a safe, secure, and healthy environment for his family. Glen and Doris worked tirelessly to provide, and they raised their family in a household that was always looking for an adventure. When not working the land, they fished, searched for Yogo sapphires and arrowheads, and rode snowmobiles and motorcycles. Glen even flew his own airplane right up to his 80th birthday. Glen believed in working hard and playing hard which made for a fun and interesting childhood for his children. Glen was a lifetime member of the Freemason’s, Scottish Rite, and Shriners.
Glen and Doris were married for 63 years and raised four boys. They retired in the 80s and moved to a beautiful property on the Missouri River, just South of Cascade. They built their dream home and enjoyed their golden years traveling, floating the river, boating, and fishing. Glen always enjoyed a good game of pinochle and getting together with friends and family.
Glen was preceded in death by his wife, Doris; his mother and father; and brother. He is survived by his four boys, Grant Anderson of Baltimore, MD, Gregory Anderson and his wife, Susan, Anderson of Coto de Caza, CA, Gym Anderson and his wife, Debbie, Dennis of Cascade, MT, and Gary Anderson of Great Falls, MT; and a grandson, Logan Glen Anderson. Glen was an amazing man, who led the best of lives. He will be missed intensely.
A memorial service and celebration of Glen’s life will be held for friends and family on April 29, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Cascade, MT. There will also be a short graveside service on April 30, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at the Geraldine cemetery. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity.
