Anderson, Maple Ruth
Maple Ruth Anderson, 86, of Blacksburg Virginia, passed away on October 22, 2024 in North Carolina. She was born in Temple Texas on September 28, 1938 to Berna Dean Anderson and Maple Ruth Anderson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Berna Dean and Maple Ruth Hill Anderson, her husband T.J. Anderson Jr., two of her children, Timothy Jon Anderson, and Audrey Anderson Biggs.
She is survived by her beloved children Dr. Myron Roderick Anderson and Althea Anderson Dobbins.
Maple, a humble and devout person of God, was an exceptional Mother, wife, and collaborative leader. She was an educator and artist. Maple designed the Anderson Family Crest, the catalyst to implement the Anderson family values today and for generations to come.
Her service is being held Monday, November 11, 2024, at 2:30 pm at The Church on Main (formerly Blacksburg Baptist Church) 550 N. Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060.
In Lieu of flowers, please give to the Anderson Family Scholarship to assist disadvantaged youth obtain a College Education at www.nr.edu/giveonline Choose “Other” under Select Fund and type Anderson Family Scholarship, then compete the form.
November 4, 2024 @ 4:08 pm
I am saddened to read that Maple has passed away and offer my sincere condolences to her family and close friends.
I first met Maple in 1978 when I was selected as Executive Director of the New River Valley Council on Alcoholism agency where she was a member of the Board of Directors. Always a supporter and tremendous friend during those years Maple was an exemplary member of the Board who frequently offered advice especially regarding funding issues that the Agency had throughout the region. May she rest in peace.