Richard Mark Anderson, 78, of Denver, North Carolina, passed away on March 9, 2025. Born on October 13, 1946, he was the son of Harold and Ellen (Norman) Anderson (Lordan) and the stepson of William Lordan. He was raised in Easton, Massachusetts, and remained deeply connected to his hometown throughout his life.
Richard was a proud graduate of Oliver Ames High School, Class of 1965. He later married the love of his life, Dianne (Bright) Anderson, with whom he built a life filled with love and devotion. Though he made his home in Denver, NC, Easton always held a special place in his heart.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dianne, his parents, Harold and Ellen, his stepfather, William, and his brothers, Norman and Larry.
Richard is survived by his sons, Shawn Anderson (Kristen), Eric Anderson, and Chad Anderson (Kim); his cherished grandchildren, Christian, Courtney (Austin), Bella, Sonia, Samantha (Sav), and Cody (Savannah); and his great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his sister, Judy Holmes; his brother, Russell Anderson; as well as many nieces, nephews, and extended family members who will miss him dearly.
Richard’s warmth, wisdom, and unwavering love for his family will forever be remembered. His legacy of kindness and strength will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Services will be held on March 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, located at 2639 E Highway 150, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Sanger Heart and Vascular Foundation in Richard’s honor. Donations can be made online at this link.
Love and will miss you Uncle Ricky. Say hi to my mother , auntie and give them a big kiss Love Sugar
Will miss you
Shawn, Eric and Chad …Words cannot express the sadness I feel for you all. Please know that I’m thinking of you and sending you love and strength and hugs. Uncle Ricky was the best… he will be missed. Love Paula
Well done thank you
My heart is so sweet everything was beautifully said guys my heart will be with you ❤️❤️❤️
Wonderful obituary.He will be missed.RIP my dear brother.🫂❤️
Enjoyed the time we spent golfing when I was living in NC. Him and Diana were good friends.
In the past few years when we finished our hour-long plus phone conversation I would finish with,” You hang in there, Rick,you are one of the good ones, and we need all the good people we can get.” I meant it. All who knew you,will be missing you.
In the past few years when we finished our hour-long plus phone conversation I would finish with,” You hang in there, Rick, you are one of the good ones, and we need all the good people we can get.” I meant it. All who knew you ,will be missing you.
We are so sad to hear of Mr. Anderson’s Passing. Our prayers are with the Family and our hearts break for you. My name is Jeremy Isenhour and my family and I was Rick’s Neighbor for 20 plus year’s. He was always so nice and was a great neighbor and a genuinely good man. I will miss our summer time conversations and the praise he gave of every meal i every sent over to him. In the summer we grill alot and so when we did we would always fix Rick a plate and run it over to him. He would do anything for a neighbor as well. There has been a few times over the past twenty plus years where Mr.Anderson has went out of his way to help me in a jam. I can’t imagine you not being my neighbor…Rick You will be Missed Rest in Peace Dear Friend