Marian Anderson
"Telephone Pioneer"
1929-2016
Marian Anderson, 86, passed away April 26, 2016 in Salt Lake City.
Born Nov. 13, 1929 in Magna, Utah to Andrew Marion and Alice May Rolfe Anderson, she was the sixth of seven children; two sisters died during childhood, leaving Afton, Betty, Edna, Marian and little brother Bob. The family moved from Magna to South Salt Lake during the Great Depression, where they lived until construction of Interstate 80 took their home and the family moved to Green Street. Marian retired after a career with the phone company and was an active member of the Telephone Pioneers until her recent health decline. Marian was a gentle soul loved by everyone, who could make anyone smile.
Marian never married, choosing to stay beside her sister Edna in caring for their parents, and after their passing, she and her sister had a bond between them and a special partnership for the rest of their lives. They had a rich life together, were devoted to their family and friends, and had an exceptional love for all children. They made and donated quilts and stuffed animals for children in hospitals and for police and fire departments to provide to families. Marian and Edna found time to travel the country and the world, and Marian loved making scrapbooks of their escapades.
Marian is preceded in death by her parents and all her siblings. She is survived by three nieces; two nephews; brother-in-law Philip A. Lavorgna; and sister-in-law Barbara Anderson. A special thanks to Millcreek Home Health Services and to the Beehive Home at East Millcreek for all their care, and especially to Esther for her devotion to Marian. In lieu of flowers, donate to a children's charity or help a child in need.
A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 from 6pm to 8pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, SLC, UT. Please use the complimentary valet parking provided on the north side of the building. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10am at Valley View Memorial Park, 4335 West 4100 South, West Valley City, UT.