Obituary of Chester Richard Anderson

Obituary ANDERSON- Chester Richard of Belmont passed away at Chartwell Aylmer Long Term Care Residence on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of Dinah Lee Anderson (nee Vaughan). Loving father to David of St. Thomas, and Mark and his wife Liz of London. Dear brother-in-law of Eleanor Anderson; loving uncle of many nieces and nephews; and chosen grandpa of Vivienne, Ewan, and Vegas. Predeceased by his brothers Albert (Marjorie) and Gordon; and by his parents Adie and Lillian Anderson. Chester’s passions throughout his life were photography, canoeing, travelling in Canada, camping, car rallies, spending time at his cottage in the Bruce Peninsula, artistic painting and gardening. The way he cared for others and his sense of humour will be truly missed by his family and friends. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate Chester’s life will be held at the Shawn Jackson Funeral Home 31 Elgin Street, St. Thomas (519-631-0570) on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. If desired, donations to Belmont United Church would be appreciated. A private interment of ashes will take place on a later date. The family wish to express our thanks and gratitude to the caring staff at Chartwell Aylmer for their loving care; and for making Chester’s wish of hosting his very own art show at the home come true. To send flowers to Chester's family, please visit our floral section.