Obituary: Archie Vincent Anderson Sr.

Archie Vincent Anderson Sr., 74, beloved husband of Patricia Wapniarski Anderson passed away peacefully at home on Feb. 18, 2013 surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Archie was born Aug. 13, 1938 and a long time resident of Grayslake. Archie was a retired truck driver Teamster Local 301, member of the Royal Dressers Motorcycle Club, and an avid car enthusiast. Archie enjoyed attending car shows, flea markets, and hosting Tuesday’s “Retired Truck Drivers” Meeting. Archie is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years Patricia (nee: Wapniarski) Anderson, his brother Don (Louise) Anderson of MI, his sons Archie (Jill) Anderson Jr., Donald (Palmer) Kick, Ted (Joyce) Anderson, and Dale (Rebecca) Anderson, his daughters Anna (Nathan) Krecl, Connie (Greg) Larson, and Karen Anderson, his grandchildren Bill Byrne, Torri Simon, Kyle Kick, and Clayton Larson, and his beloved great-granddaughter Ella-Mae. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son Russell Anderson. Archie will be deeply missed by many who will love and cherish his memory. Until we meet again.

All funeral services were held privately and were entrusted to Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. For more information please contact (847)223-8122 or log onto www.strangfuneral.org.

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