Clarence Anderson

Stoughton - Clarence W. Anderson, age 86, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2017 at Agrace HospiceCare in Janesville. He was born on June 28, 1930 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Clarence and Edna Anderson.

After graduating from high school, he attended Bethel Baptist College in Minnesota. During college he was drafted into the Army as a Medic during the Korean War. After his Honorable Discharge, he worked for the Pepsi Company and later in life changed careers and was employed for Lus-ter-oil for 32 years, selling Beauty Supplies. He settled in Naperville, Illinois and raised 3 daughters. His passions were "Lake Kegonsa" and his beloved boat. He also enjoyed football, which he played in college and in the army. Along with that, he enjoyed fishing with his father and traveling to many places around the world. Dad was a very hard working man and was extremely driven.

He is survived by his children, Patricia Bussman, Deborah (Christopher) Koppa, and Jennifer Fagan; 6 grandchildren, Tyler, David, Ashley, Nicole, Michael, and Jake. He is also survived by his nephew Ric Olson. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents, and sister Mabel Olson.

Funeral services were held privately. He was laid to rest next to his parents in Chicago.

Memorials may be made out to Lake View Church in Stoughton or Agrace HospiceCare.

The family would like to thank Agrace HospiceCare and for the love and care they provided to the family. A special thanks is also given to Russ and Rosalie, along with Jay and Nancy for all of their help, friendship, and caring for our father through this difficult time.

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Cress Funeral Home
206 W. Prospect St.
Stoughton, WI 53589
(608) 873-9244