Theodore Anderson

Theodore W. "Ted" Anderson, age 89 of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2016, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home. He was born August 16, 1926 in Chicago IL.

"I Love Life!"

Ted said this even as his Alzheimer's symptoms worsened during his five years living in Orchard Manor Nursing Home, the place he called "Home". Ted grew up in a loving family, strengthened by his father Theodore, mother Marie and sister Jeanne. After graduating from High School in Chicago, he enrolled in the U.S. Navy in 1944 at age 18. Following his active service, Ted showed his dedication to the U.S.A. by serving as a Naval Reservist for 29 years. During those years, he earned an Electrical Engineering Degree from the University of Illinois. After he found his initial job as an engineer boring, he pursued a Legal Degree from DePaul University in Chicago. He then spent over 50 years enjoying his career as an Intellectual Property Attorney. How he loved his work!!

Unconditional love was extended to his children: Chip (Vicki), John, Mary, Nancy (Paul) and Alan. Also to his wonderful Grandchildren: LeAnn (Forrest), Conor, Cole and Joshua. His tenderness and love surrounded his great-grandsons--Cash and Clyde.

His love of life, his Navy career, and his Legal career were witness to Ted's integrity, kindness, intelligence and generosity. His marriage to Helen in 1977 cemented a partnership filled with humor, cameras, pets, challenges, and mutual respect and love. Ted really enjoyed living and working in the Lancaster WI area. Oh, and how he loved flying his Bellanca Viking!

He is survived by his "bride" Helen, his children and the family's younger generations. Also, his sister Jeanne (Glenn), nieces: Kathy and Amy, nephew Gordon, and all the loving caretakers at Orchard Manor Nursing Home.

Ted was preceded in death by his father Theodore W., his mother Marie H., and two precious aunts: Bertha and Catherine.

A Celebration of Ted's Life was held on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. at Orchard Manor Nursing Home Chapel with Pastor Mark Hoehne officiating. A luncheon followed. Private family burial with military honors accorded by the Richard Burns American Legion Post No. 109, the William Pollock VFW Post No. 2344 and the DAV No. 40 was at Hillside Cemetery, Lancaster. Family and friends called on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the nursing home chapel. Family and friends also called on Wednesday, August 10, 2016, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Lancaster.