Mr. Daryl Anderson

Daryl Eugene Anderson was drafted in God’s heavenly corps on December 27, 2023. On June 26, 1954, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Daryl was the first born of eight children to Ivey Anderson, Jr. and Barbara Jean Phillips. Out of all of the children, Daryl was the most solemn and peculiar. He was introduced to God at a very young age and reared closely by his late maternal grandmother, Marie Thomas, Pastor of Goodwill Church in Milwaukee, WI. Daryl developed a special bond with Christ and accepted him as his Lord and Savior at a very early age. He became an ordained minister and looked to God to order his steps into his manhood. Looking back, we now know that it was his personal relationship with Christ that kept him grounded in the face of trials and tribulations and made him victorious in his personal pursuits. By all measures, Daryl lived a legendary life! He was fully involved in both athletics and academic studies at North Division High School (Class of 1972). His involvement paved a path for him to “see the world” as a trained athlete with multiple invitations to try to qualify for the National Olympics; A Midshipman appointed to the U.S. Naval Academy; and, a Captain in the United States Marine Corp. By the end of his senior year in high school, Daryl had become a household name for avid college recruiters. He was featured in numerous Milwaukee Journal newspaper articles for his domination of the 880 individual and Relay track and field run. On May 21, 1972 an article boasted, “North’s Daryl Anderson won the 880 yard run in 1:55.7 and anchored the Blue Devils to victory in the mile relay” This article was followed by another on May 25, 1972 which highlighted “4 Trackmen Take Leads in Honor Roll” where they documented Daryl in a 1 minute. 53.1 timed race. During his senior year Daryl won numerous track and field awards and placed 1st and 2nd in the WIAA Track Sectionals and State competitions. Daryl’s athletic accomplishments opened the door for his nomination and appointment into the U.S. Naval Academy where he continued to excel! On May 27, 1977, another Milwaukee Journal article announced him being the “recipient of the Naval Academy Athletic Association Sword, given to the graduating Midshipman considered to have excelled in athletics in his years of varsity competition”. From the Naval Academy to the Marine Corps, God continued to show Daryl his favor! Daryl became a Data Systems Officer and received the following decorations, medals, badges, citations: National Defense Service Medal; Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, and Navy Achievement medal. Daryl often told stories about how he encouraged others who God set on his path. Following his military career, Daryl moved into corporate management in the Ford Motor Company. Daryl Eugene Anderson was preceded in death by his parents: Barbara Jean and Ivey Anderson Jr; His Sister: Johnetta Anderson; Sister-in-law: Gwenette Anderson; Maternal Uncles: Edward, David. and Stephen Thomas; Paternal Aunts & Uncles: Izola Shepard, Lillie Mae Grant, Rosie Lee Joe, Albert Charles, Leroy, and James Anderson. Daryl is survived by his wife: Valerie Fletcher; Doting children: Vedia (Clay) Johnson, Renetra, Danielle (Waverly) Kelly; Grandchildren: Rahshaun Carter, Eriauna Tinsley, Caleia Johnson, Jeremiah Staten, Amorah Kelly; Siblings: Rodney, Kerry, Bobby, Sandy, Mora Anderson and Iva Thompson; and, a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, 2pm at Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapel. Private Disposition. Visitation will be from 1pm-2pm at the chapel. Services conducted by Lawrence A. Jones & Sons. Condolences may be shared on our website.

Mr. Daryl Anderson

June 26, 1954 - December 27, 2023