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Gary Sinise Foundation
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Gary Sinise Foundation, Gift Processing Center
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Howard Lane Anderson, age 80, of Rockford, and formerly of Pinckney, passed away March 8, 2026.
Howard is survived by his wife of 58 years, Cissy; their daughters and son-in-law Amy (Chip) Whalen and Jenny Anderson; grandson Jonah Whalen; brothers and sisters: Troyl (Carol) Anderson, Ray (Betty) Anderson, Gail Wilcox, Greg (Julie) Anderson; sisters-in-law, Pat Anderson, Marcia Biancone, Susan Parr; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Friends and family will gather to celebrate his life on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home - Van Strien Creston Chapel, 1833 Plainfield Ave NE. There will be a service beginning at 12 PM. Following the service, all are invited from 1-3 PM for a time to share stories, food and drinks and toast Howard’s impact in our lives.