[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 130 (Monday, October 11, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1910]
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                IN MEMORY OF ANDREW J. ``JACK'' ANDERSON

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                            HON. IKE SKELTON

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 8, 2004

  Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, it is with deep sadness that I inform the 
House of the death of Mr. Andrew J. ``Jack'' Anderson of Harrisonville, 
Missouri.
  Jack was born in Harrisonville, Missouri on September 27, 1924, son 
of William Monroe and Prudilee (Mathews) Anderson. He graduated from 
Harrisonville High School in 1942 and went on to answer his call to 
duty. Jack served his country by enlisting in the Navy in October 1942. 
He received a commission as an officer and earned his wings as a Navy 
Fighter Pilot. After serving in World War II, Jack came home and 
continued his service in the Navy reserves until 1959, when he was 
discharged with the rank of Lieutenant.
  On March 27, 1945, Jack was united in marriage to Dorothea Ann 
Gaston. Their marriage, which lasted 54 years, was truly a story of 
love and admiration. Jack and his wife also were the proud parents of 
two sons, Andrew and Kevin.
  After returning from World War II, Jack attended college, receiving 
his undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and 
his law degree from Cumberland University. In 1951, Jack was admitted 
to the Missouri Bar. He first began practicing law with his father in 
Harrisonville in 1951 at the law firm that is now Anderson and 
Milholland P.C. and continued to work there until his retirement in 
2003. Also, Jack was elected to four terms as Cass County Prosecuting 
Attorney, serving in this position from 1954 to 1962. In 1976, he began 
serving as my campaign treasurer.
  Jack also made significant contributions to the community. He served 
over 25 years on the Board of Directors of Allen Bank and Trust and 
over 25 years as Municipal Judge for the City of Harrisonville. Jack 
also was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in 
Harrisonville.
  Mr. Speaker, Jack was a valuable leader in his church and community 
who was respected by everyone who knew him. He was a dear friend of 
mine who had a deep faith. He will be missed by all. I know the members 
of the House will join me in extending heartfelt condolences to his 
family.

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