John Anderson

ANDERSON, MR. JOHN R. Mr. John R. Anderson, age 70, of White Cloud and formerly of Grand Rapids, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013. He graduated from Creston High School in 1961 where he was a member of the ROTC. John was an avid motorcycle rider and very proud of his Harley. He was a member of the H.O.G. (Harley's Owner Group), and the Moose Riders out of the Moose Lodge #1693 from Punta Gorda, FL. John also enjoyed the out of doors, horseback riding, fishing, hunting, collecting vintage John Deere tractors, and tractor pulling. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary; children, Warren "Turk" Anderson, Shawne Isaac, and Joe Balberde; grandchild, Josephine (Sergio) Cappelletti; nieces and nephews; special sister, Christine (Carl) Baker; and his very special buddy, Jas. The service for Mr. Anderson will be Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Pederson Funeral Home. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the needs of the family. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. The Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford www.pedersonfuneralhome.com