[The following was presented by Oklahoma State Senator Connie Johnson at the funeral of Col. Robert D. Anderson, USAF Retired on September 15, 2008, at Crossing Community Church in Oklahoma City]
Citation of Condolence
Whereas, Bob Anderson, a devoted husband, loving father, and friend to the fatherless, was not only a hearer of God’s Word-which teaches us to love one another, to do good to those who hurt you, to forgive as you want to be forgiven, and to love God with all of our hearts, souls and minds-but also a doer of the Word; and
Whereas, Few know the story of the extremes to which Bob Anderson practiced his faith: his restorative justice pursuits that led to the redemption of many, but to two people in particular, one of whom is here today (almost a free man), and another who is successfully recovering daily, living in another state and, thanks to Bob Anderson, is now giving back to society as a counselor to others enslaved by addiction; and
Whereas, Bob Anderson’s life represents a model of ethics and behavior that can change the world if we are all able to achieve his level of passion and commitment to restoration of our fellow humans; and certainly this is a life that is supremely deserving of the respect and admiration of the Oklahoma State Senate for a job well done by a good and faithful servant. The Senate extends heartfelt sympathy to his widow, Helene, and commends her to place her trust in the same God who guided her husband’s purpose and path.
Now, therefore, pursuant to the motion of
Senator Constance N. Johnson
The Senate of the Great State of Oklahoma hereby extends to
The Family of Bob Anderson
sincere condolences and directs that this citation be presented.
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Sen. Constance N. Johnson
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Sen. Mike Morgan, President Pro Tempore
Oklahoma State Senator Connie Johnson
