Birth date: Aug 31, 1925 Death date: Jun 22, 2015
Harold Ray Anderson Gone Fishing Harold R. Anderson, age 89, passed away on June 22, 2015 at his home in Tacoma, WA. He was born on August 31, 1925 in Tacoma to John F. and Ida M. Anderson. Though he was born in Tacoma, Harold wa Read Obituary
I will echo my sister's comments about Harold's visits to my parents. I met him several times when I would be with mom and dad and he would stop by. He would share longshore news or just shoot the breeze. And he would always bring something freshly baked or something from the garden. My favorite was kiwi fruit in an egg carton.
What a great man.
--Steve DePaul
To the family of Harold Anderson: We have never met, but I am the daughter of two of the people your father was so generous and giving to. My dad worked with Harold in the ILWU. When my parents became shut-ins, Harold was unwavering in his visits to their home, always bringing something to share. Later, my parents had to move to nursing care in two different facilities, and Harold visited them both, still bringing treats. Those visits were always mentioned by my parents, and meant so much to them, and to me as well.
Some years ago, my dad told Harold to go through and choose as many of his old .78 records as he wanted to take home, so if you have any of those around, feel free to blame Dad. I think he wanted to pay Harold back a little for having done so much for them.
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a gem.
