David Richmond Anderson, 91

June 18, 2025

David Richmond Anderson, 91, of Lititz, peacefully passed on June 18, 2025.

Born in Yonkers, NY on December 4, 1933, to the late Wallace A. and Dorothea L. (Mellon) Anderson, he was the beloved husband of the late Patricia (Rivenburg) Anderson. They shared just shy of 60 years of marriage. Dave was also a proud Air Force veteran.

As a teenager, Dave survived polio. He was sustained for months by an iron lung and the Kenny treatments followed by years with braces. An enthusiast of nature, he with Pat instilled a love of the outdoors in their four kids and enjoyed many years camping with the NCHA Highland Clan Campers.

Vocationally his skills spanned the printing business, borough & wastewater management, and woodworking/electrical/plumbing and building maintenance, most recently at the Bomberger’s store in Lititz. Dave earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He served many years in the local BSA council and was awarded the Silver Beaver.

He is survived by his sister Joyce C. Anderson of Lancaster, his four children, Mark Todd Anderson of Lancaster, Paul David Anderson of Mount Joy, Maria Louise Tickner, married to Robert H Tickner, Paoli, & Debbie Ann Flick of Lititz, and grandchildren Timothy James (Matti Dee Davis) Tickner and Sarah Beth Tickner.

In addition to his wife and parents, David was preceded in death by his sister Gail (William J Barrett)

A service will held in July at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601, followed by light refreshments. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in David’s honor may be sent to The Lancaster Chorale: c/o Dr. Bruce Gerlach, 121 Strickler Run Drive, Columbia, PA 17512, or at https://www.zeffy.com/donation-form/in-memory-of-david-r-anderson