The Richmond News, Feb. 20, 2026

Dorothy Anderson

Ms. Dorothy Marie Anderson was born Feb. 17, 1931, on a farm south of Higginsville to Rose and Paul Johns. Dorothy was one of five children – two brothers, Billy Jo and Richard; and two sisters, Faye and Wanda. She went to school and graduated in 1950 from Higginsville High School. On June 3, 1950, she and William Junior Anderson were married. Four boys were born to this union: Wayne, Larry, Ronnie and Darrell. Dorothy and Bill shared a wonderful life together until his death in 1983.

Dorothy worked in apple orchards, and at Dun Brooks and as a seamstress.

Dorothy lived her life around the Higginsville, Mayview and Richmond areas.

Dorothy was a socialite. She loved dancing, visiting with friends and family, going to the casinos and being a second mother to her little sister, Wanda.

You could always find Dorothy hanging out at her children’s homes, whether it was for a fish fry or to watch a football game. She loved going out to eat for her birthday, going to family reunions, attending her grandchildren’s or great-grandchildren’s school functions, or enjoying life with Wanda.

Later in life, she discovered how to use FaceTime, which enabled her to connect with her grandchildren living in a different state. She absolutely loved life and would give it 100%, no matter what obstacle she was facing.

It was mentioned that it was appropriate that she passed on the day that epitomizes love, because she was wellloved and wanted to be reunited with the love of her life. Nothing could be truer.

She will be missed by all. Dorothy is survived by her four boys and their significant others; sister, Wanda; sister-in-law, Patty; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren, and one great-greatgrandchild.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, one sister and one greatgrandchild.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Cotton Creek Cowboy Church. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home; 507 E. Main St.-P.O. Box 190; Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation with funeral services will be held Friday, Feb. 20, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 2 p.m. and services to follow at 3. Burial will be in Hickory Grove Cemetery, Richmond. After the graveside services, food will be served at the Cotton Cowboy Creek Church, 40706 E. 144th St., Richmond.

Please share your memories of Dorothy with the family at www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.