Portrait of David G. Anderson

Obituary · Collinsville, IL

David G. Anderson

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David enjoyed a good BBQ and listening to KSHE.

"They are not gone who live in the hearts they leave behind."
— Tuscarora proverb

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of David G. Anderson of Collinsville, IL.

A life remembered begins, simply, with the telling.

Time has its way of binding people together.

David G. Anderson, 64, of Collinsville, IL, born Saturday, May 20, 1961, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

David enjoyed a good BBQ and listening to KSHE, but more than anything, he loved being with his family.

He was preceded in death by his:

Father: Paul Anderson Son: Paul Anderson Brothers:

Michael Anderson Kevin Anderson

Sister: Paula Seib

Surviving are his:

Mother: Dixie Boyer of Caseyville, IL Daughter: Kayla Anderson (Dustin Merkel) of Collinsville, IL Bonus daughter: Michelle Feilner of St. Louis, MO Granddaughter: Adaline Merkel who was the Light of his life Many Special Friends

Memorials: Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Celebration of Life: Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at the VFW Hall, 1234 Vandalia St. in Collinsville, IL.

Kurrus Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of David G. Anderson.

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