Fr. Richard W. Anderson, SJ, died Aug. 10, 2019, at the age of 84. He was a Jesuit for more than 65 years.
He was born in Chicago and ministered as a Spiritual Director and Community Superior at Loyola University Chicago and Milford Spiritual Center. He also served as Chaplain at various locations such as St. Ignatius College Prep in Chicago and the Loyola University in Rome (John Felice Center). His ministry was primarily in the Cincinnati and Chicago areas. A deeply spiritual man, he always had a smile for everyone he would meet.
Visitation is Thursday, August 15, 3-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. at Colombiere. Funeral Mass Friday, August 16, at 10:45 a.m. at Colombiere Center, 9075 Big Lake Rd., Clarkston, MI with burial to follow.
Memorial gifts to support the Jesuits may be made to the USA Midwest Jesuits, 1010 N. Hooker St., Chicago, IL 60642. Visit www.jesuitsmidwest.org to read full obituary, sign guestbook, or make an online memorial gift. A.J. Desmond & Sons, (248) 362-2500.
