Elaine Fife Anderson
- Location: Southern Utah Mortuary
Second Visitation: Jan 29, 2010 • 10:30 - 11:30 am
- Location: Southern Utah Mortuary
Elaine Fife Anderson, beloved mother, devoted wife, and cherished grandmother, passed away on January 23, 2010 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Elaine was born on December 3, 1945 to Carl and Leola Fife, in Cedar City, Utah. She graduated from Cedar High School. She married Haken Anderson on July 10, 1964 in the St. George Temple. They have 6 children. Elaine was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother, and took great pride in her family. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with them.
Elaine worked for Iron County School district for 20 plus years as the School Lunch Nutritionist.
She was an accomplished cook, seamstress, quilter, and ATV rider. She was always ready, willing and wanting to have fun especially with her 27 grandchildren.
She was passionate about the gospel and was steadfast in her beliefs. She served in a variety of church callings including Young Women President, Relief Society President, with her dear husband she served as a service missionary at the Cedar City Cannery and a full time mission in Independence Missouri. One of her great joys was to share the gospel with those around her.
Elaine is survived by her devoted husband Haken J Anderson of Cedar City, UT. Her children; Heidi (Don) Oswald of Cedar City, UT., Brent (Laurie) Anderson of Cedar City, UT., Bruce ( Shellie) Anderson of Cedar City, UT., Travis (Natalie) Anderson of Mesquite, NV., Apryl (Chez) Slaugh of Cedar City, UT., and Amy (Jon) Felix of Bunkerville, NV. Along with 27 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Her sister Marlene (Budd) Riddle, sister-in-law Elayne Fife, brothers; J.C. (Shirley) Fife, Lee (Colleen) Fife and Boyd (Carol) Fife. Preceded in death by her parents Carl and Leola Fife, and brother Gayle Fife.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 29, 2010 at 12:00 noon at the Cedar 9th Ward LDS Chapel 256 South 900 West. A viewing will be held Thursday, January 28, 2010 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and also on Friday, January 29, 2010 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to services both held at Southern Utah Mortuary located at 190 North 300 West in Cedar City, Utah. Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary.
Elder & Sister Clayton Mascaro
We are just extending our condolences to you the familly and Elder Anderson. We knew Elder & Sis. Anderson at the Independence Missouri Mission. We did not know you well but, have heard nothing but good about the both of you from those that did.
May you all be comforted in your time of sorrow.
Sincerely, Elder & Sis. Clayton Mascaro
Alan and Beverly Silker
Dear Haken and Family,
We were truly saddened to hear of Elaine's passing. We truly enjoyed your freindship and example as we served and learned together in the Missouri, Independence Mission and in the Riverview Ward. Elaine is a strength to everyone who knows her. She was an amazing missionary who gave and gave and taught with love. We will cherish the memories of our times together in the Mission field and in your home last fall. We love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We'll keep in touch, and will stop by to see you when we come down this spring. We love you, and know Heavenly Father will bless and help you at this difficult time.
Richard & Janet Robins
Dear Family of Elaine, We are sending our deepest and sincere condolences on the passing of your dear mom, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Lord and your memories give you comfort in years ahead.
With love,
Rich & Janet
Robins
Lisa Scherick
Anderson & Fife Family - So sorry to hear about Elaine's passing. I only had the pleasure of getting to know Elaine in the last few months while she was my patient but I will miss her sweet smile and positive attitude. Elaine was always gracious and looked fantastic even when she didn't feel well. She always brightened my day - she will be missed. Hope you have many wonderful memories of your wonderful wife, mother, grandma and sister to comfort you at this time.
Lisa, RN
Valley View Infusion Therapy
Greg and Ann Powell
To Haken and the entire Anderson family:
The Powell family loves you all and are praying for your family at this time! How grateful I am for temples, for eternal families and for the testimony we have that Elaine does not sleep, but has gone "home to that God who gave [her] life." (Alma 40). May the spirit of our Heavenly Father be with you all as you look forward to being reunited with Elaine one day as an eternal family.
Love, Greg and Ann Powell
Linda Brindley Chipman
What a sweet woman and what a great loss to her family and our community. I will always remember Elaine as a wonderful Relief Society president out here in Enoch and her philosophy on service and giving. She was a great friend and so fun to be around. We will miss her greatly.
Rich and Lynnette Roundy
Anderson Family --
We have always admired how close of a family you all are! This will give you so much strength to endure this loss. I loved serving with Elaine, she taught me in so many ways. "To love is to serve". The service today was amazing and I wouldn't have missed it for anything. I will never forget how I felt being there. May you all be blessed with the Lord's eternal love. Families are Forever!
Janice (Lamb) McAllister
Dear Anderson Family,
I was so sorry to read about Elaine's illness and passing. Reading about her life shows she made a great contribution with family, community and church service. We send our sympathies and prayers for God's comforting influence on your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Janice L. McAllister
Don and Ann Barnes
Haken,
Our condolences to you and to your wonderful family. We always will remember Elaine for her sweet spirit and generosity. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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