Alvin Roy Anderson

Alvin Roy Anderson, age 69, passed away on Monday, December 17, 2018 at Mid-Michigan Medical Center in West Branch. He was born on December 4, 1949 in Detroit, MI to Marlin and Marion (Anderson) Anderson. Alvin had lived in West Branch since 1966, formerly of Farmington. He graduated from West Branch High School in 1968, which was the last graduating class for that school. In 1968, he was drafted in the United States Army serving during Vietnam Conflict. Alvin married Christine Beach in West Branch on December 5, 1970. He worked at West Branch Industries for 32 years. He enjoyed hunting, camping, riding motorcycles and the outdoors.

Alvin is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Christine Anderson of West Branch; daughter, Teresa Anderson of West Branch; son, Peter (Kimberly) Anderson of Traverse City; grandchildren, Keegan and Kiah of Traverse City; siblings, Linda (Roger) Busk of Allegan, Bruce (Sheryl) Anderson of Chicago, IL, Sharon (Jim) Downing of Owosso, and Lori Anderson of West Branch; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents and in-laws, George and Marilyn “Shorty” Beach.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be scheduled at a later time.

Memorial Contributions are suggested to Multiple Sclerosis, American Kidney Foundation or the charity of your choice.

Arrangements were handled by Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in West Branch. www.steuernolmclaren.com