85-Year-Old Greg Glenn Anderson of Holton Passes Away

Greg Glenn Anderson dies at 85

Greg Glenn Anderson, a lifelong resident of Holton, Kansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, November 7, 2026, according to reports from Mercer Funeral Homes and mscnews.net.

Born on May 28, 1941, in Sabetha, Kansas, Greg was the son of Glen Edward Anderson and Lillian Geraldine (Jorden) Anderson. His family moved from Soldier to Holton when he was three years old, a move that would eventually define his deep roots in the community.

A 1959 graduate of Holton High School, Greg was an accomplished athlete during his school years. That spring, he helped lead his four-man golf team to a state championship, competing on the sand greens of the era.

A lifetime of service and stability

Greg’s professional life was marked by long-term commitment and a strong work ethic. He began his career in the family business, Anderson Construction, where he worked building bridges while still in high school.

In 1961, he transitioned to a career at Goodyear in Topeka. He remained with the company for 42 years, serving as a member of the United Rubber Workers Union Local 307. Most of his tenure at Goodyear was spent within the Quality Control Department.

85-Year-Old Greg Glenn Anderson of Holton Passes Away — Photo: mercerfuneralhomes.com

His personal life was anchored by his marriage to Patricia Ellen “Peggy” Gilkerson. The couple wed on November 25, 1961, and were only days away from celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary at the time of his passing.

The marriage produced one daughter, Crystal Morgan. According to Mercer Funeral Homes, Crystal lives in Kechi, Kansas, with her husband, Ron.

Beyond his professional obligations, Greg was an avid outdoorsman. He found joy in boating, hunting, and golfing, though his family notes that he most cherished the time he spent with friends and loved ones.

After his retirement, Greg maintained a dedicated routine he referred to as his “Esther days.” During these times, he would take his mother-in-law to Topeka almost every Monday for lunch and shopping.

Memorial arrangements in Holton

The family has scheduled a time for the community to gather and honor his memory. Mercer Funeral Homes reports that friends will be greeted on Friday, November 13, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home in Holton.

A graveside memorial service is set to follow at 1:30 p.m. at Holton Cemetery, where inurnment will take place. This information was corroborated by the Topeka Capital-Journal.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be directed toward the Holton Country Club or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. These donations can be sent in care of Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436.

Condolences and messages for the surviving family members may be left online at Mercer Funeral Homes.

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