Anna Marie Anderson-Dixon was born on March 24, 1933 to parents, Luther Anderson, Sr., and Alice Ash in South Bend, IN. She lived in South Bend for a period, earlier in her life. Later, she moved to Chicago, IL, where she married Mr. Robert “Bob” Dixon, who preceded her in death. She lived in Chicago for nearly forty years, but later moved to San Diego, CA, residing there until her passing on January 16, 2017.
She enjoyed her life as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Her passion for the Lord was well spent on nurturing her family. Her faithful stewardship as a Woman of God, lead her to begin ministering to the young as well as the old. She never met a stranger she couldn't talk to, and her compassion for the Lord was evidence that allowed her light to shine. Anna loved speaking on the goodness of God, and she would often visit with the homeless, helping in any way she could.
Anna had many passions in her life, but she especially loved singing. Her beautiful angelic voice touched many. She allowed her passion for singing to be heard over the radio as well as at events and in church. Another great passion of hers was cooking. She put her heart and soul into whatever she prepared. She also enjoyed reading. Anna was a woman of great wisdom and an impeccable dresser.
Anna's history goes back to her grandparents, great-grandparents and great-great-grandparents, who founded the first black church in Cassopolis, MI, known as the Chain Lakes Missionary Baptist Church which still stands today. This rich history has also been published in book form. Her maternal grandparents originated from Jamaica—at that time, part of the West Indies.
She leaves to cherish her blessed memory: sons, Mack E. Forrest of San Diego and Anthony Thompson of Chicago; daughters, Alice E. Forrest of South Bend, Jana R. (Darnell) Bryant of San Diego, Pamela R. (Carey) Wade of Richton Park, IL, Cheryl D. Anderson of Chicago, and daughter-in-law Beverly Forrest of Chicago; brothers, Luther (Anna) Anderson of Indianapolis, Ralph (Kay) Anderson of Fort Wayne, IN, and Mike Anderson; sisters, Kay (David) Brooks and Elaine (Deon) Brooks, both of Fort Wayne; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and special cousins, Mary (Sherman) Streets and Eddie Thomas. She is preceded in death by her sons, Mitchell R. Forrest and Bruce W. Forrest as well as her brother, Reggie Anderson.
Funeral services for Anna will be at 1:00pm on Friday, January 27 at New Horizon Outreach Ministry, 56165 Mayflower Road, South Bend, IN 46619. Graveside services and burial will follow in Southlawn Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 12:00-1:00pm on Friday, January 27 at New Horizon Outreach Ministry. The family would like to thank everyone for their support and love in the passing and celebration of the life of Anna Marie Anderson-Dixon. Palmer Funeral Homes—West Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
She enjoyed her life as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Her passion for the Lord was well spent on nurturing her family. Her faithful stewardship as a Woman of God, lead her to begin ministering to the young as well as the old. She never met a stranger she couldn't talk to, and her compassion for the Lord was evidence that allowed her light to shine. Anna loved speaking on the goodness of God, and she would often visit with the homeless, helping in any way she could.
Anna had many passions in her life, but she especially loved singing. Her beautiful angelic voice touched many. She allowed her passion for singing to be heard over the radio as well as at events and in church. Another great passion of hers was cooking. She put her heart and soul into whatever she prepared. She also enjoyed reading. Anna was a woman of great wisdom and an impeccable dresser.
Anna's history goes back to her grandparents, great-grandparents and great-great-grandparents, who founded the first black church in Cassopolis, MI, known as the Chain Lakes Missionary Baptist Church which still stands today. This rich history has also been published in book form. Her maternal grandparents originated from Jamaica—at that time, part of the West Indies.
She leaves to cherish her blessed memory: sons, Mack E. Forrest of San Diego and Anthony Thompson of Chicago; daughters, Alice E. Forrest of South Bend, Jana R. (Darnell) Bryant of San Diego, Pamela R. (Carey) Wade of Richton Park, IL, Cheryl D. Anderson of Chicago, and daughter-in-law Beverly Forrest of Chicago; brothers, Luther (Anna) Anderson of Indianapolis, Ralph (Kay) Anderson of Fort Wayne, IN, and Mike Anderson; sisters, Kay (David) Brooks and Elaine (Deon) Brooks, both of Fort Wayne; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and special cousins, Mary (Sherman) Streets and Eddie Thomas. She is preceded in death by her sons, Mitchell R. Forrest and Bruce W. Forrest as well as her brother, Reggie Anderson.
Funeral services for Anna will be at 1:00pm on Friday, January 27 at New Horizon Outreach Ministry, 56165 Mayflower Road, South Bend, IN 46619. Graveside services and burial will follow in Southlawn Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 12:00-1:00pm on Friday, January 27 at New Horizon Outreach Ministry. The family would like to thank everyone for their support and love in the passing and celebration of the life of Anna Marie Anderson-Dixon. Palmer Funeral Homes—West Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
Anna Marie Anderson-Dixon was born on March 24, 1933 to parents, Luther Anderson, Sr., and Alice Ash in South Bend, IN. She lived in South Bend for a period, earlier in her life. Later, she moved to Chicago, IL, where she married Mr. Robert “Bob” Dixon, who preceded her in death. She lived in Chicago for nearly forty years, but later moved to San Diego, CA, residing there until her passing on January 16, 2017.
She enjoyed her life as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Her passion for the Lord was well spent on nurturing her family. Her faithful stewardship as a Woman of God, lead her to begin ministering to the young as well as the old. She never met a stranger she couldn't talk to, and her compassion for the Lord was evidence that allowed her light to shine. Anna loved speaking on the goodness of God, and she would often visit with the homeless, helping in any way she could.
Anna had many passions in her life, but she especially loved singing. Her beautiful angelic voice touched many. She allowed her passion for singing to be heard over the radio as well as at events and in church. Another great passion of hers was cooking. She put her heart and soul into whatever she prepared. She also enjoyed reading. Anna was a woman of great wisdom and an impeccable dresser.
Anna's history goes back to her grandparents, great-grandparents and great-great-grandparents, who founded the first black church in Cassopolis, MI, known as the Chain Lakes Missionary Baptist Church which still stands today. This rich history has also been published in book form. Her maternal grandparents originated from Jamaica—at that time, part of the West Indies.
She leaves to cherish her blessed memory: sons, Mack E. Forrest of San Diego and Anthony Thompson of Chicago; daughters, Alice E. Forrest of South Bend, Jana R. (Darnell) Bryant of San Diego, Pamela R. (Carey) Wade of Richton Park, IL, Cheryl D. Anderson of Chicago, and daughter-in-law Beverly Forrest of Chicago; brothers, Luther (Anna) Anderson of Indianapolis, Ralph (Kay) Anderson of Fort Wayne, IN, and Mike Anderson; sisters, Kay (David) Brooks and Elaine (Deon) Brooks, both of Fort Wayne; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and special cousins, Mary (Sherman) Streets and Eddie Thomas. She is preceded in death by her sons, Mitchell R. Forrest and Bruce W. Forrest as well as her brother, Reggie Anderson.
Funeral services for Anna will be at 1:00pm on Friday, January 27 at New Horizon Outreach Ministry, 56165 Mayflower Road, South Bend, IN 46619. Graveside services and burial will follow in Southlawn Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 12:00-1:00pm on Friday, January 27 at New Horizon Outreach Ministry. The family would like to thank everyone for their support and love in the passing and celebration of the life of Anna Marie Anderson-Dixon. Palmer Funeral Homes—West Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
She enjoyed her life as a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Her passion for the Lord was well spent on nurturing her family. Her faithful stewardship as a Woman of God, lead her to begin ministering to the young as well as the old. She never met a stranger she couldn't talk to, and her compassion for the Lord was evidence that allowed her light to shine. Anna loved speaking on the goodness of God, and she would often visit with the homeless, helping in any way she could.
Anna had many passions in her life, but she especially loved singing. Her beautiful angelic voice touched many. She allowed her passion for singing to be heard over the radio as well as at events and in church. Another great passion of hers was cooking. She put her heart and soul into whatever she prepared. She also enjoyed reading. Anna was a woman of great wisdom and an impeccable dresser.
Anna's history goes back to her grandparents, great-grandparents and great-great-grandparents, who founded the first black church in Cassopolis, MI, known as the Chain Lakes Missionary Baptist Church which still stands today. This rich history has also been published in book form. Her maternal grandparents originated from Jamaica—at that time, part of the West Indies.
She leaves to cherish her blessed memory: sons, Mack E. Forrest of San Diego and Anthony Thompson of Chicago; daughters, Alice E. Forrest of South Bend, Jana R. (Darnell) Bryant of San Diego, Pamela R. (Carey) Wade of Richton Park, IL, Cheryl D. Anderson of Chicago, and daughter-in-law Beverly Forrest of Chicago; brothers, Luther (Anna) Anderson of Indianapolis, Ralph (Kay) Anderson of Fort Wayne, IN, and Mike Anderson; sisters, Kay (David) Brooks and Elaine (Deon) Brooks, both of Fort Wayne; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and special cousins, Mary (Sherman) Streets and Eddie Thomas. She is preceded in death by her sons, Mitchell R. Forrest and Bruce W. Forrest as well as her brother, Reggie Anderson.
Funeral services for Anna will be at 1:00pm on Friday, January 27 at New Horizon Outreach Ministry, 56165 Mayflower Road, South Bend, IN 46619. Graveside services and burial will follow in Southlawn Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 12:00-1:00pm on Friday, January 27 at New Horizon Outreach Ministry. The family would like to thank everyone for their support and love in the passing and celebration of the life of Anna Marie Anderson-Dixon. Palmer Funeral Homes—West Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
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