LeRoy NMN Anderson Obituary (2024)

LeRoy Anderson, age 88, of Moxee, Washington, passed away on October 26, 2024, in Yakima. LeRoy was born on July 17, 1936, at the old Yakima Hospital to Albert and Mamie Anderson. He graduated from Moxee High School in 1956, where he was also a member of the Marine Corps Reserve. After high school, LeRoy followed his older brothers, who had served in the military, by enlisting in the United States Air Force. While in the Air Force, LeRoy worked primarily as a cook, preparing thousands of meals a week, including for the bomber crews on the flight line. He was always proud of his service both here and overseas. LeRoy served a total of nine years in the Air Force and eighteen months in the Marine Corps Reserve. After leaving the military, LeRoy moved to Montana, where he worked as a lumber grader in local mills until back problems ended his career in mill work. He returned to Moxee in 1985, where he took on various jobs until his retirement. LeRoy was known for his love of conversation, easily striking up a chat with anyone, whether he knew them or not. He was a friend to all and had a gift for making connections. LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Mamie Anderson; his brothers, Robert and Edgar Anderson, both of whom had also served in the military; and his sister, Louise Prince. He is survived by his sister, Grace Anderson; his brother, John Anderson (Annette); his three children, Valerie, Kelly, and Leslie; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, as well as his wonderful neighbors and friends. VIEWING at Brookside Funeral Home on Thursday, November 7th from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. GRAVESIDE SERVICE at 3:00pm at Terrace Heights Memorial Park. RECEPTION following at Shaw & Sons Funeral Home. Brookside Funeral Home & Crematory - Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com