Keith Harlen Anderson
Keith Harlen Anderson, 59, of West Union, passed away Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer.
Keith was born on January 28, 1964, in West Union to Harlen Anderson and Sharon (Hilgerson) Anderson. He graduated from North High in 1983. While in school, he participated in football and wrestling. Keith was married, later divorced, and has a son, Keith Jr.
Keith entered the U.S. Army in March 1992, and after training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, as a combat engineer and was stationed in Baumholder, Germany, for almost two years. Attaining the rank of specialist, Keith returned to Fort Moore, George, and was discharged in October 1994. Keith was twice awarded the Army Achievement Medal and also received the National Defense Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon and Overseas Service Ribbon. He qualified as an expert marksman with rifle and grenade.