VINTON:  Donald "Don" Arvid Anderson, age 95, went to be with his Lord  Jesus Christ on Good Friday, March 21, 2008 at Rock Ridge Care Center, Shellsburg, Iowa, after a period of declining health.
     Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM, Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at Phillips Funeral Home Chapel, 212 E. 6th St., in Vinton with Amenity Hospice Chaplain, Rev. David Soldner and Rev. John Karrick officiating.  Interment will be held at Evergreen Cemetery in Vinton.  Friends may call at the funeral home from 10 AM until service time on Wednesday.  In lieu of flowers a Memorial Fund has been established.
     Don was born March 26, 1912 at Osceola, NE to Arvid and Katherine (Zimmerman) Anderson.  Growing up, he worked hard on the farm and was an outstanding student, being awarded a letter for Academic Achievement.    
      He was an esteemed businessman in Vinton, Iowa, owning the Coast-to-Coast Store for over 25 years.  He was a member of the Christian Business Men's Club and served on the Vinton City Council and on the State Board of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
     He leaves behind his beloved wife of nearly 71 years, Irene D. Anderson of Shellsburg and their three children; Judy (Leigh) Bennett and Jan (Ron) Simons, all of the Twin Cities, MN, and Jim (Patty) Anderson of Cedar Rapids.  He was dearly loved by his children, his seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.  Most important to him was his family, his friends, and his faith.  He was involved in the First Baptist Church of Vinton over 60 years serving in many capacities, including being ordained as a lay minister.  He leaves a legacy of integrity, a joyful spirit and a loving heart.  We will miss and forever love him until we meet again.
     Don was preceded in death by his parents; one sister; and one brother.
     His family wishes to thank the caring staff at Rock Ridge Care Center and of Amenity Hospice for their support and ongoing kindnesses during this time.