Wayne was born October 1st, 1943 to George and Olive Anderson in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. They resided there until George got out of the service in 1945 and then they moved to a farm in Neville, SK. Most of Wayne’s childhood was spent there at the farm, but in 1959 the house burnt down. Shortly after, the Anderson’s moved to Langenburg and in the same year, Wayne joined the service and spent three years at Camp Gagetown in New Brunswick. Out of the service with his cook’s papers, he started working as a cook at Saskatchewan Hospital, here in North Battleford. From there, he went to the Indian Hospital and worked in the maintenance department. He continued his career at the BUH and at the same time, built and opened the Palisade with his brother Blake. In 1986, Wayne met his wife of 28 years Sharon. They married on October 2nd, 1987 and not only did Wayne become Sharon’s husband, but also a father to 5 years old Kenny. On July 1st, 1988, Wayne and Sharon had a boy named Jon. In the hopes of fresher air and more space, they moved to an acreage west of Battleford in 1999, where he became Dr. Dolittle. Like Dr. Doolittle, Wayne would always be working alongside his dozens of animals, never failing to love and care for them. Typical activities at the acreage include quad rides, get-togethers with family and friends, and working in the garden. But there was always time to bring out his guitar and play a few Elvis tunes. Wayne never missed an opportunity to gossip with his friends on coffee row, where he loved to talk and visit. To everyone who knew Wayne, he was extremely dependable, always compassionate, funny, cheerful and VERY talkative. He will be sorrowfully missed by us all. Wayne is predeceased by his parents George and Olive and numerous aunts and uncles. He is survived by his wife Sharon; sons Kenny (Terry): Taylor, Kelvin, Holly, Lee; Jon; daughter Kerry: Madison; brothers Gene (Joanne): Paula and Tanya, Blake (Darlene): Sheldon; sisters Louise (John): Jennifer, Shannon (Chris): Joshua and Jasmine.

Visitation for the Late Wayne Anderson of Battleford, SK will be held from 6:00pm – 8:00pm on Friday July 29th, 2016 from the chapel of Sallows and McDonald Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford, Saskatchewan.

A funeral service for Wayne will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday July 30, 2016 from the chapel of Sallows and McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home, North Battleford,  with Nora Borgeson as celebrant.  Interment will take place at the Town of Battleford Cemetery.  The family has requested that donations in memory of  Wayne be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #9 Veterans Fund (P.O. Box  1179 Battleford Saskatchewan, S0M 0E0) or to a charity of the donors choice. Condolences for the family may be left at www.sallowsandmcdonald.com . The family has placed their trust with Sallows & McDonald – Wilson and Zehner Funeral Home (306) 445-2418

• Date : 2016-07-25
• Location : North Battleford