Robert “Bob” Arvid Anderson, 90, of Springville, Utah passed away on February 14, 2024.

Bob was born on April 30, 1933, in Dearborn, Michigan to his parents William A. Anderson and Leota LaGrandeur.

Bob married his sweetheart, Ruth Moroney Anderson on September 10, 1960, in San Diego, California. Together they raised their beautiful daughter, Kristin Barnes.

Throughout his life Bob held various jobs but he was most proud to have served his country for 4 years in the Navy during the Korean war and well as 4 years in the reserves. In his down time, he enjoyed filling it with hunting, shooting, and woodturning.

Bob was also a skilled and licensed ham radio technician, using his skills for communication and emergency preparedness. His call sign was KG7DPC, though now he is referred to as a Silent Key.

He is preceded in death by his sweetheart, Ruth. What a wonderful reunion they must be having.

A celebration in honor of Bob’s life will be held Saturday, March 9th, 2024 at 10am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on 3477 E River Bottom Rd, Spanish Fork, UT 84660.

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