Lloyd Anderson, age 97, of Nixa, MO, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, June 18, 2015 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born January 22, 1918, in Morland, KS, to Edwin and Leah (Naylor) Anderson. He retired from Gospel Publishing House in 1983, after 28 years of service. He attended both Glad Tidings and Central Assembly of God Churches. He enjoyed reading, fishing, boating, and gardening. He was generous with his time in helping to raise his grandchildren and sharing his ornery sense of humor. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 68 years; Mary Anderson, and daughter; Jane Rhoades. He is survived by his grandchildren; Lisa Gardner (Everett), Lori Cantrell (Tom Silva), Melanie Cantrell (Kahly Hall), Chris Rhoades (Rivers), Tim Rhoades, Jason Rhoades (Sherry), 13 great-grandchildren, a sister; Doris Long, Charlotte, NC, and son-In-law; Wayne Rhoades.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 23, 2015, at Greenlawn Funeral Home North, Springfield, MO with Pastor Bob Neuman officiating. Burial will be held in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from Noon to 1:00 P.M. before services. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Convoy Of Hope. Services have been entrusted to Greenlawn Funeral Home North, Springfield, MO. Online condolences may be made at www.greenlawnfuneralhome.com.