Rev. Robert Lewis Anderson

January 5, 1936 ~ December 2, 2017
Rev. Robert L. Anderson departed this life December 2, 2017 at 7:45 a.m. He was a member of Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church where he remained faithful until his death. He served as pastor at Mt. Pilgrim for over 20 years.
He was born to Mr. and Mrs. Howard and Bernice (Dickson) Anderson. He was married to Ernestine (Van Loue) Anderson on December 22, 1956 and to this union, eight children were born.
Rev. Robert L. Anderson leaves to mourn; his wife; Mrs. Ernestine Anderson; their two boys and daughters-in-law, Marvin and Vanessa, David and Felicia; five daughters; Cindy, Teresa, Whitney, Vicky, Angie and husband, Daren; five sisters, Claudine, Lillie Pearl, Bettie Jean, Alice Rose, Barbra Ann. Mr. Anderson is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great -grandchildren. Rev. Anderson was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Mike; and his only brother, Albert.
Services for Rev. Robert L. Anderson will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 7, 2017 at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Pilgrim Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs. There will be a time of visitation from 6:00 until 8:00 Wednesday evening at the funeral home.
We love you always an forever.
To a Loving Father and Grandfather, You will be truly missed (DAD). You have always been there for me from a child to making me a Great husband and Father. I know you will always watch over us from above. God has shown favor on you through the years. Its your time to rest DAD as your son I will take it from here. I know I cant ever fill your shoes but I thank you for the guidance to always try my best. I LOVE YOU KNOW AND FOREVER. YOUR SON DAVID. David & Felicia Smith, Xavier Smith, DaVenna & Deandre White
I am TRULY going to MISS MY BUDDY. We walked many miles TOGETHER.
Sending love and heartfelt thoughts to the family at this time of loss. May God and your loving memories give you peace and comfort to each day to come
Sending love and heartfelt thoughts to the family at this time of loss. May God and your loving memories give you peace and comfort to each day to come
Sending love and heartfelt thoughts to the family at this time of sorrow. May great memories give you peace and comfort to each day to come.
I am so sorry for your loss he was such a wonderful person he will be missed
I am praying for Peace and Comfort for the family. I hold many fond memories of Rev. Anderson and will miss his presence. May the many memories you have bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Sending love and heartfelt thoughts to the family at this time of loss. May God and your loving memories give you peace and comfort to each day to come
We are praying for you now and the days to come. Look to the hills from which comets your help.
To the Anderson Family Sorry For Your Loss. Mr. (Rev.) Robert was a very Loving man. As Marvin would refer to him as "The Giant". The chain has been broken and it’s up to us ALL to fill that missing link with Loving Each Other. We will cherish the memories of Love, Laughter and Pain. Rev. Anderson has left a legacy that will continue beyond time. The seeds has been planted in each and every person he came across. He departed this life once they came to harvest. He will be missed in human form, However he’s forever with us in Spiritual form. Love You All Vanessa Simmons Anderson
Prayers or with the family
My condolences go to the Anderson and Hicks family. Father, I pray for Robert Anderson Family and others who are grieving… They’re hurting for many reasons, and I ask You to help them through this season of loss. I reach out to You, the Father of compassion and the in every comfort, asking You in Jesus name Amen!
You will truly be missed
My prayers are with the family. It’s sad to see you go but we all must travel this road love you!