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Memorial for Martin L Anderson
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Born in West Warren, MA on Nov. 11, 1925
Called by God on Aug. 13, 2013 and resided in Gardner, MA.
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Sunday, Aug. 25, 2013
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Martin L. Anderson, 87, of Gardner, died peacefully Tuesday August 13, 2013 in Wachusett Manor Nursing Home, after a period of declining health.
Martin was born in West Warren, MA November 11, 1925, son of the late Martin R. and Selma (Heller) Anderson, and has lived in Gardner since 1951.
Martin graduated from Palmer High School. He proudly served his country with the United States Navy during WWII. After leaving the Military he attended the University of Massachusetts. While in college he excelled as a hockey, football, and baseball player. He graduated in 1951, moving to Gardner where he began his teaching career. He taught both History and Math, and coached football, baseball, and track over the years. Over 50 years, Martin coached at Gardner, Oakmont, Monty Tech, and for one year at WPI.
Martin will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 65 years, Evelyn (Pardo) Anderson, one son; Martin L. Anderson, Jr. of Florida, three daughters; Judy Giovannangeli of NH, Sandra Trombley of NH, and Karen Mason of Wesmtinster, eight grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Martin was predeceased by 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
Relatives and friends are planning to honor and celebrate Martin's life with a memorial service at 1 o'clock on Sunday August 25, 2013 at the Oakmont Regional High School football field. In lieu of flowers donations in Martin's memory may be made to the Oakmont Regional High School Athletics Department C/O Erik Dawley, 9 Oakmont Dr. Ashburnham, MA 01430
To sign the online guestbook for Martin, please visit our website at www.fletchercares.com. The Lamoureux Fletcher and Smith Funeral Home, 105 Central St., Gardner is honored to be assisting the family with the arrangements.
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This Memorial Obituary provided by
The Community Chapel of Lamoureux Fletcher & Smith Funeral Home
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