Birth date: Nov 1, 1944 Death date: Dec 24, 2012
Michael Anderson Michael, 68, passed away Monday, December 24 in the company of his family following a brief battle with cancer. Born and raised in Hoquiam, WA, he graduated from Hoquiam High School and Central Washington Univer Read Obituary
My heart goes out to you. When my own mother passed recently, a friend said to me "this sucks" it doesn't quite express everything but does convey a lot of meaning. I am truely sorry for your loss.##imported-begin##Richard M##imported-end##
Mike was a kind and thoughtful person. I was extremely grateful for the kindness he gave me my first year teaching at TJ. I have in my inventory of instruments at Totem (where I am the band director) a trombone that is engraved with the names of students in dedication to him. My guess is that the students raised money to purchase this trombone for their elementary band program where he taught - this probably was when he was leaving Federal Way to teach in Tacoma. I played in Tacoma Concert Band with him for many years and I will miss his sweet nature and smile. I'm not sure I ever hear him say anything negative.##imported-begin##Kathy Green##imported-end##
I knew Michael in high school when we would all make sure that we could watch and listen while he played the trumpet at either a concert or solo contest. Michael had the sweetest tone, and it was wonderful to watch him close his eyes and just play beautifully. Michael's students were very lucky to have such a talented teacher. I am very sorry that Michael's life was cut short, and give my sincere condosences to his family. Ingrid Moisanen Pugh##imported-begin##Ingrid Moisanen Pugh##imported-end##
Dianne- I am so sorry to hear about Michael. You and your family are in my thoughts at this time.##imported-begin##Carolyn Willingham##imported-end##
Dear Dianne and family, I am so very sorry to learn about the loss of your beloved husband, dad, and grandfather. My thoughts are with you.##imported-begin##Francine Oishi##imported-end##
