James Robert "Charlie" Anderson, 70, was born December 10 ^th , 1948, in Tracy Minnesota, to Norman and Loretta Anderson. Charlie passed away on April 23 ^rd , at Fairview Ridges Hospital surrounded by his immediate family at his bedside. Memorial service will be on May 4 ^th , 2019 at White Funeral Home in Lakeville, Minnesota from 1-3pm.

Charlie grew up in Lamberton, Minnesota. He attended Lamberton Public Schools and Mankato State University. He had many professions during his life. The last being self-employed as a Technical Manual Writer for Thermo-King in Bloomington.

In his lifetime, Charlie had many hobbies. He enjoyed model trains and was on the Board of Directors for the Duluth-Mesaba Iron Range Historical Society. He had a love of photography, teaching any and all that were interested. He especially liked Nascar Racing and attended numerous races with friends and family. Charlie loved sailing boats and Lake Pepin. His favorite part was the quiet of the water and a good book.

Charlie is proceeded in death by his parents, Norman and Loretta Anderson and brother, Robert "Greg" Anderson, and many Aunts and Uncles. Charlie will be mourned and missed by many friends and family. Please continue to keep him in your prayers.

The family would like to thank the ICU Staff of Fairview Ridges Hospital for their tremendous care of our brother, Charlie. We would also like to thank Charlies very good friend, Glenn Myers, for his caring, prayer support and strength shown to us during this difficult time. Condolences: www.whitefuneralhomes.com

Memorials are preferred.