One author wrote "God writes the story of our lives in such a way that we would know that He is the Lover of our souls". Kenneth Allan Anderson’s story began on September 9, 1944. He was born to Floyd and Dorothy Anderson (née Baer) in Kankakee, Illinois. His earthly story ended on March 20, 2026 in Moncton, New Brunswick.
His early family life was full of fishing, hunting, camping, target shooting (in the basement), gardening with his dad, go-kart racing and flying remote-control airplanes. While completing a Ceramic Engineering degree at U of Illinois, Ken recognized that trusting Jesus as his Savior & Lord was what was missing from his life. He would often quote Helen Keller’s saying "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing ".
His five years in the US Navy were great preparation for the adventures ahead.
That adventure included 50 years working in a Christian Disciple-Making organization, The Navigators. He had the privilege of ministering to both English and French speaking folks. This commitment carried Ken to many places: Maryland, Virginia, Québec, Moncton, Boston, and finally back to Moncton.
In Ken’s family story, God gave him his wife, Judie Anderson (Hoffman), a brother, Duane (Barb Walsh), a sister, Kathleen Walczak (Mike); Judie’s family, Allen Hoffman (Jane), Joan Bundt (Duane), and Joyce Long (Ben) Judie’s twin. Miraculously, God gave Ken and Judie children: Nathanaël (Pam Mansfield) in Australia, Chantal Prouse (Jeremy) in Victoria BC, Eric (Erin Martin) in Edmonton AB, and Philippe (Geniève née Cormier) in Halifax NS. And to Ken’s delight, 10 grandchildren were given: Molly, Ryder, Sarah, Charlie, Dawson, Chloe, Rosalie, Edson, Luka & Emmett.
The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (506-858-1900) on Tuesday from 2 to 5 pm and 7 to 9 pm only. A funeral service will be celebrated at St Andrew’s Christian (Presbyterian) Church, 77 Hildegard Dr, Moncton on Wednesday March 25 at 10:30 am. In memory of Ken, a contribution to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.
Words of comfort and donations can be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com