of Searcy, AR

February 11, 1946 - July 14, 2023

Bobby Wayne Anderson, 77, of Searcy, AR passed away on July 14, 2023. He was born on February 11, 1946 in Huntsville, AL, to Clinton Carter Anderson and Pearlie Mae Flatt Anderson.

Bob was an artist in every way possible: from sensitive soul to his extremely talented creative spirit. Intelligent and witty, he was fun-loving and loved to make people laugh. He had the biggest, most sensitive, most caring, generous heart. Bob loved taking care of the elderly, orphans and the mentally challenged. He gave of himself no matter the time or pain involved and found joy in caring for others.

Bob is survived by his wife, Gwendelin Scudder Anderson; his daughter, Rachael Anderson Jones; granddaughter, Mercedes Victoria Anderson; granddaughter, Bailey Alexandria Jones; grandson, Carter Riley Jones; his sister, Carlene Anderson Landoc; his brother, Gail Edward Anderson; several nieces and nephews and several in-laws. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Arnold (Arnie) Clinton and brother, Edward Glenn.

Bob earned his B.A. from Harding University. He proudly served as an Army Medic during the Vietnam war and fiercely loved his country.

During his career, Bob worked as a nurse while pursuing his degree and became a Nursing Home Administrator. He dedicated his life to caring for others, loving each of them as if they were his own family.

Baptized at a young age, he loved his Lord and worshipped at the College Church of Christ in Searcy, AR.

Bob was extremely talented in many areas. He enjoyed singing and had a beautiful tenor voice. He loved music, especially playing the piano. He loved taking his grandchildren fishing, cake decorating, floral arranging, decorating for weddings or events, gardening, drawing/painting, playing cards, everything Christmas and doing anything with his grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Roller Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy, AR. A Committal Service with Military Honors will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at White County Memorial Gardens in Searcy, AR.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bob's beloved Timothy Hill Children's Ranch in Bob's name. Contributions can be made at www.timothyhillorg@timothyhill.org or 298 Middle Road Riverhead, NY 11901.

May his kind and loving soul rest in peace.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Daniel Funeral Home
411 East Race Avenue
Searcy, AR  72145
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com