Barbara Anderson

Barb was born Feb. 18, 1932, in Baraga to Albert and Florence Kunick (Sipe). She graduated from Baraga in 1950.

Barb met and married Don Anderson in December 1951. They had four sons and two daughters together. Don and Barb were married 51 years until Don’s passing in 2002.

Barb liked going to the casino, playing bingo, and playing Farkle with the girls at Green Hill Manor until she moved in with Dennis and Debbie in Alston for her last three years. She endured many losses in her life including losing her husband, Don; three sons; and two daughters, but always persevered with a beautiful smile for everyone and a loving heart.

Barbara is survived by her son, Dennis; daughter-in-law Renee; 12 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; brothers Lloyd (Linda) and Ron (Louise) Kunick; and many nieces and nephews; also, special cousin Liz Hakola; and best friend of 70 years, Arvella Rudd.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Don; two daughters, Cheri Sanicki and Lori Bal; three sons, Don, Steve, and Scott; and daughter-in-law Deb.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, Oct. 27, at 1 p.m., with visitation beginning at noon at Jacobson Funeral Home, 200 L’Anse Ave., L’Anse, MI 49946.

Friends may sign Barb’s guest book or send condolences at www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com.

The Jacobson Funeral Home is assisting the family.