In loving memory of

Fred F. Anderson
January 26, 1935 - November 3, 2017

Fred was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who left this earth on November 3, 2017 leaving a void in the hearts of those whom dearly loved him. Fred was preceded in death by his parents and brothers. He is survived by his wife, Ellie; sister, Kathy Rossitto; sisters-in-law, Jean Anderson and Mary Ann Anderson; his children, Lori (Brian) Rhodig, Michael Anderson, Kelly (Jim) Anderson-Gilmore, Karen Welchert and their mother, Jan Anderson-Dworak; daughter-in-law, Holly Anderson; step-daughters, Michelle Miller and Bethany Miller; 13 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. He was a custom home builder for over 50 years, served as a Sergeant in the National Guard for 13 years, drag racing enthusiast who was inducted into the Nebraska Auto Racing Hall of Fame in 2011.
FUNERAL SERVICE 2pm, Tuesday at Forest Lawn. Visitation 6-8pm Monday at Forest Lawn. Burial at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Tributes

Margaret Evans wrote on Nov 9, 2017:

"He must have been a wonderful man to have a daughter like you. Your love is deep and your loss is great. God bless you and comfort you and your family."

Mary Anderson wrote on Nov 6, 2017:

"I am so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace."

Debbie Peters Frew wrote on Nov 6, 2017:

"Dear Anderson Family, I was sorry to hear of Fred?s passing. May your many and special memories help you In this difficult time. I know there will be many stories to share with the Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren and the generations to come. My sincere sympathy Debbie Peters Frew"

Scott Anderson wrote on Nov 6, 2017:

"To all of the Anderson family. I am sorry for the loss of a father and a husband and a brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you."

Lisa Hood wrote on Nov 6, 2017:

"Ellie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Fred was a great guy. I will miss seeing him every week at the cancer center. He always had a smile even when he didn't feel great. May you be surrounded with love and hope and keep the memories close."

Chris & Carol Richards wrote on Nov 6, 2017:

"Our deepest sympathy to Lori and your family. Your Dad helped with us several projects at our home in Council Bluffs. He was hard to keep up with but it always turned out great. It was an honor to know and to have worked with him."

Mark Nielsen wrote on Nov 6, 2017:

"So sad to hear. I will miss the racing stories and juat talking to him in general. He was a great guy and a great Racer."

Eddie Rezac wrote on Nov 6, 2017:

"Fred was a great friend, and mentor, for over 50 years, he helped me a lot in my racing days, we still spoke often. I will miss him dearly, and he will always be in my prayers!"

Doug, Michelle & Family wrote on Nov 5, 2017:

"Our deepest sympathy Karen to you and your entire family...especially Travis, Trevor, and Miss R ??????"