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Notre Dame Catholic Church
909 Main St.
Kerrville, TX  78028
Thursday, October 20, 2022
9:30 AM
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Kerrville, TX  78028
Thursday, October 20, 2022
10:00 AM
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Grace Evelyn Anderson

of Kerrville, TX

February 21, 1953 - October 15, 2022


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Grace Evelyn (Red) Anderson was born February 21, 1953 in Marfa, TX, and passed away October 15, 2022 in Kerrville, TX surrounded by her dear friends and family.

Red was a person of great faith until the very end. She demonstrated that faith throughout her life through her church, family, and friends. No matter where she went, she made an impression on everyone she met. She radiated life, love, and generosity to anyone she encountered. She loved people of all walks of life, unconditionally, and they loved her as well.

She spoke with great pride about the team she and Mark represented. Together they had significant achievements and met equally significant challenges throughout their 44 years together. Rarely was one seen without the other at home, church, social gatherings, and work.

Her family was of great importance to her. She strived to communicate and keep the family together.

She will be remembered by many, to include those in the states, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Canada and all the locations she lived. She is survived by her husband, Mark; her brother, Rex, her sister-in-law, Sherell and her sister, Mary Alice; her nieces and nephews, Ryan, Kyle, Brandi, and Kendra, and numerous grand nieces and nephews, each and every one she loved dearly. Also her sister-in-law, Connie and brother-in-law, John and her nephew, Zachary.

Rosary will be held at 9:30 AM, followed by a memorial Mass at 10 AM, on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Notre Dame Catholic Church, with Father David Wagner as celebrant. A reception will follow at Hill Country Veterans Center, 411 Meadow View Lane in Kerrville.

The family wishes to give a special thanks to all those friends that assisted and cared for her during the last 3 months. They went above and beyond to help her and Mark in countless ways, at all hours of the day and night. There were no limits to their willingness to tackle any task that needed to be done. And did each one with an outpouring of love for her.


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34 Condolence(s)
Alan and Debbie Hunter
Denton, TX
Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Mark, we are so sorry for your loss of Red. I just saw
Her obit on Dawn's Facebook page. Our thoughts and
Prayers are with you.

Leslie Morlandt
IOLA, TX
Sunday, November 6, 2022

Mark my deepest sympathies to you and the family.
Always a smile, always a kind word, Red was loving,
caring, huge heart for all. She was true gentleness and beautiful lady.
The Lord has a dedicated, devoted, soul. Love & miss
you Red.šŸ™šŸ¼šŸ’•

Bernadette Moniz
Plainfield, IL
Saturday, November 5, 2022

My deepest sympathy to you on "Red's" passing. She was a true lady of Grace, courage, kindness, wisdom, friendship. Her smile was impeccable and contagious. Heaven has

Genevieve & James Loveless
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Go Rest High On That Mountainā€¦ our beautiful friend! ā¤ļø

Luz, Modesto & Family
Santo Domingo,
Tuesday, October 25, 2022


We will always remember Red's smile and the way she spread her love to us all.

Mark, we wish you peace and comfort. Our hearts go out to you.

Luz, Modesto, Alannah, Alan, Anthony, Alonso & Melida

Judy Southerland
Kerrville, TX
Saturday, October 22, 2022

These wonderful folks I met through my husband a few years ago.

My knowing them brought joy as I saw a great love in their lives.
Red was truly happy, friendly and caring.
My sympathy to you Mark. Such a loss only God can comfort.

Judy Southerland
Kerrville, TX

Constance Howland
Kerrville, TX
Saturday, October 22, 2022

I am saddened to read about the loss of Red. I was glad to know her through some years of volunteer work at St. Vincent de Paul. She was a wonderful person . My condolences to all her family. She is home now with the Lord.

Donna Elliott
Sachse, TX
Saturday, October 22, 2022

Mark, I am so sorry to hear your loss of Red. My parents, Bill and Sue Graham, always loved being with you both. She was such a caring lady.
Love and prayers to you, Donna Elliott

Ryan Marshall
Midland, TX
Friday, October 21, 2022

Everyone called her "Red", but she was Evie to us kids. Every year for Christmas or birthday or, occasionally, just because I received a hand written note from her. The messages were always warm, always loving, and encouraging. I looked forward to those cards...I'm going to miss those cards. I'm REALLY going to miss the notes she would send. I wish I had all of them, still. What a treasure it would be tor read those words again. She ended up extending this tradition to my kids. I'm so thankful that my children got to know her and experience the unconditional love that she had for her family. As for me and my house, the name of Evelyn Anderson will be remembered, always. It will be spoken with love and reverence. While no easy task, I think the best way to honor her would be to try to look on others the way she did. Everyone was loved, everyone was cared about. You mattered, always, to her.

She was one of the biggest blessings in my life. She built her life on the Rock. And she did not do it with arrogance, but with a quite dignity & strength that was sincere and authentic. You felt it radiating out from her. I admire her steadfastness. She reminds me of the bible verse from the book of James that says, "...Show me your faith apart from your works, and I will show you my faith by my works." That is how she lived her life. She lived her faith. It was never lip service. It was undeniable and it was beautiful.

To get a better sense of her, do yourself a favor and read from the book of Matthew, chapter 5. This is the Sermon on the Mount......or (in my words) Jesus talks about my Aunt Evie:

"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Poor in spirit meaning not arrogant, not brash, but those who walk humbly with the Lord.

"Blessed are those that mourn, for they shall be comforted." She mourned for the damaged relationships in our family that she could not fix.

"Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." Meek, meaning one with great strength that is confidently in control.

"Blessed are those that hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied." At the very end, she asked my Uncle Mark if the Lord would say she was a faithful servant.

"Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy."

"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." Nobody in my life embodied this last verse more than my Aunt. Her heart was boundless for service and those she cared for. She was a peacemaker until the very end and I'm going to miss her.

Becky Ramon
Kerrville, TX
Thursday, October 20, 2022

My deepest sympathy and condolences to you. Prayers for strength and comfort during this time.

Bob McConnell
Plant City, FL
Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Mark,
I am so sorry to hear this news. You and Red were so kind to my family and I when we moved to Texas back in the early 90's. We'll never forget your kindness and filling the role of God Parents to our daughter Elizabeth. God has called an angel home in Red.

Patti Anderson and Family
Seguin, TX
Wednesday, October 19, 2022

God be with you as Heaven Gained a Beautiful Precious Angel. Gone but never forgotten. We Love You. Patti Anderson and Family

Kenny Scudder
ODESSA, TX
Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Mark,
My prayers go out to you and your family. I know this is a difficult time for you. Remember to have faith that He will see you through it.

Jakob Gron
Larkspur, CA
Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Dear Kendra and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and everything you have endured these past months. I hope you will find comfort in family and close friends - and the passage of time. I stole this little prayer off the internet somewhere (but it still applies):
Grant that we may hold her memory dear,
never bitter for what we have lost
nor in regret for the past,
and always in hope of eternal life.

Shira Weissman
San Francisco, CA
Wednesday, October 19, 2022

May Grace rest in peace and may her memory be a blessing to her whole family and circle of friends. Grace was the beloved aunt of my dear friend and we have felt her benevolence, her love, and her kindness all the way in San Francsico. She always sent us special homemade cookies around the holidays. Grace truly embodied her name and she left us all too soon.

Michelle Wendeborn
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

I met this Loving,Beautiful, and Amazing Woman when I worked at Albertsons. She would come in every day to get chicken Caesar salad that We talked about being so addicting and Good .I Looked forward to seeing her Beautiful Loving Face. God Bless Her Family and Friends She is going to be very Missed but Never Forgotten! Here's to You GracešŸŽˆ

Daniel Rabin
San Francisco, CA
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Mark and Kendra,

I am so sorry to hear about Red's passing. I feel so fortunate that I got to meet her; she was an amazingly kind person and I was appreciative to be on the receiving end of her care packages:)
In Judaism, we say "may their memory be a blessing", meaning that may their memory support, sustain, guide you after they are gone. So may Red's memory be blessing for all of you in the years to come.

Kathy Cox
Houston,
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Red and Mark are such an inspiration to everyone they met. She will be missed by all of those lucky enough to know her.

Chris & Phyllis Russell
Sachse, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Rest in peace Red. You are in your final resting spot. God surely will welcome you with open and loving arms.

Red you'll be missed by many people including us. Your fire for life, God, family, and Love for Mark was easy to see.

Oscar Menchaca
Fair Oaks, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Mark my deepest sympathy and condolences to you. I was honored to have gotten to meet Red when I did those years back.
Fly high with the angels Mrs. Red. Love you my brother Mark.
Prayers for strength and comfort during this time.

Jennifer Hawkin s Moore
San Antonio, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

I had the privilege of knowing her since 2016 and wish it could have been longer. She was such a kind, funny, loving and caring person. I will miss her dearly!

Jo Carol and DJ Smith
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Mark, we were so sad to hear about Red. We are both praying for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Don and Teresa Baker
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Physically laid to rest, but will remain in our memories. We bought our first Catholic books in the Anderson's bookstore shortly after our conversion, round about 2006. She had a gift for being fully present to you, and that presence will be missed. Peace be with you, Mark.
Don and Teresa Baker

Eva Bill
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

I first came to know Red when she had her shop with many beautiful Christian/Catholic items. I frequented her shop and knew that I could share with her some personal stories, etc,, because she cared and was compassionate. Working at Notre Dame Church, as soon as someone would pass or was ill, she would come in for a Mass for that person; all this because she cared and was compassionate. A very beautiful soul, compassionate and caring is now in the care of Our Heavenly Father. She will be missed, but never forgotten. May God's love, peace, strength & healing be with Mark.

SueTiemann
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Was shocked and saddened to read about Red. I hadnā€™t seen her often over the last few years but always loved running in to her and catching up on life. She and Mark leased a commercial space from me many years ago for their Christian book store. They did a service to the community by operating this business. As we all know, she is in Godā€™s loving arms and is at peace. Blessings, Sue Tiemann

Douglas & Deborah Harris
Kerrville, TX
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Mark, we wish you the peace of our Lord Jesus
Christ now and forever. His grace will help you
get through the loss of your precious Red. She
was a special lady loved by all.

Daniel &Mary Jane Flores
Kerrville,
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Daniel and I are so sorry and sad to hear about "Red". Mark, our prayers are with you at this times of sadness and sorrow, may God give u the strength during this difficult times, but she's watching over you from above. Red, will be missed by everyone for she was a wonderful God loving person...Rest in peace and perpetual light shine upon you. ...Daniel and Mary Jane

Paul Urban
Harper,
Tuesday, October 18, 2022

My deepest sympathy.

I didnā€™t know ā€œRedā€ all that well, saw her primarily when I attended Mass at Norte Dame. She was outgoing and friendly, always smiling. I could tell she was a woman of great faith which helped through very difficult times. I know she will be missed by many.

May His peace surround Mark and the family.

Terry and Malinda Marshall
Elkhart, TX
Monday, October 17, 2022

We love you and everyone will miss you!
Youā€™ve been a wonderful niece and a
wonderful person.

Brian and Jean Bondy
Granbury, TX
Monday, October 17, 2022

Red was a one of a kind woman - her faith was woven into everything she was involved with. Although we left Kerrville in 2011, we would hear about the wonderful things she did for the community through mutual friends. Red will be missed by many, but we all know that our Heavenly Father has welcomed her home and wrapped her in His loving arms.

Prayers for those she left behind, but we all know that she will keep a watchful eye on us from Heaven.

Randall Johnsonaward
Lubbock, TX
Monday, October 17, 2022

My deepest sympathy

Susan Sherman
Kerrville, TX
Monday, October 17, 2022

Steve and I are so sorry for your loss. Red will be greatly missed.
Red immediately sent Steve a condolence card in the mail when another
ā€œSusan Sherman ā€œ passed away. She called me apologizing when she
realized the mix up. She was doing what she alway didā€¦ comforting those in pain pain or need. She always had a ready smile and hug for me.

Vicki Lebow
Kingsland, TX
Monday, October 17, 2022

God has healed you & took you home, just like you told me He had already done when last I saw you. I am heartbroken and will miss you dearly every single day.

Mark - you were a marvelous husband & friend. I know you helped make her life the joy it was. I pray for the Lord's grace & mercy on you during this time of great sadness.

All my love,
Vicki

Michael and Tammie White
Lubbock, TX
Monday, October 17, 2022

Our heartfelt condolences and love to Evie's family. She will be missed!