Glenn Finley Anderson, III
Obituary
Glenn F. “Andy” Anderson, III was born May 12, 1949 in Tulsa Oklahoma. He finished his earthly walk on October 21, 2019 after a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Andy began his life in Tulsa, but moved to Broken Arrow at the age of 9. He lived on the Bent Arrow Ranch where he cultivated his deep love for horses. He attended Broken Arrow High School, and graduated with the class of 1967. He went on to attend Westminster College in Fulton Missouri and graduated with the class of 1971. After college, he was accepted into Veterinary School at Oklahoma State University. He graduated first in the class of 1975 and accepted an internship in Littleton, Colorado. He returned to Broken Arrow to open Equine Veterinary Associates. He practiced veterinary medicine at the top of his field for 40 years. He taught many young people the fine art of equine medicine and his legacy lives on in the work of many veterinarians across the country.
Andy was preceded in death by his parents, G.F. “Jack” Anderson, Jr. and Genelle Anderson and his son, David Anderson. He is survived by his wife of nearly 46 years, Carol Anderson; daughters, Kimberly Huckaby and Kelli Anderson; son-in-law, Eric Huckaby; sister, Rebecca Mitchell; brother, George Anderson and sister-in-law, Mary Anderson; and granddaughters, Ella, Lilly and Andi Grace.
The family celebrated Andy’s life in a private service. Friends may contribute in Andy’s memory to the Glioblastoma Foundation at www.glioblastomafoundation.org or Porta Caeli House at www.portacaeli.org.
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Tributes & Memories
My wife has shown Quarter Horses all her life. I met Doctor Andy a number of years ago in Amarillo at the Select World Show where he was the Veternarian checking the winners for drugs. From the first time we met, I liked him but he looked cross-eyed at me hearing my Boston accent. His Jack Russell took to me and that was enough for him. It didn’t take long though to find a lot of common ground and we talked about family and dogs. Every year thereafter I looked forward to seeing him in Amarillo. I think it has been about 4 years since he was there with his Lucy by his side. We have two of his hand made tall wooden chairs. In the past few years, I would ask the AQHA guys “how is doctor Andy doing?” I’m so sorry to learn of his passing. We will keep him in our prayers.
My wife and I admire Doctor Andy as a vet but more as a genuine and wonderful guy. Our most sincere condolences to his family.
Jerry and Kathy Tobin
Gerard Tobin
You will be missed Andy.
Anita Justus
Andy and I were fraternity brothers at Westminster College. He was a great friend in college and my condolences to George and all Andy's loved ones.
Chal Young
Killarney, Ireland
Chal Young
I attended Westminster College with Andy. Andy (and later George) were fraternity brothers. Andy was my roommate his senior year (my junior year).
He helped me grow up and learn about the value of college friendships. He was quirky and blessed with a wry sense of humor that took no prisoners, but he always had an underlying kindness. Andy was the conscience of our Beta house. He embraced the ideals of tradition and mutual respect.
We hadn’t talked in a long while, but he was never out of my memory. Condolences to the family. God Bless! _kai_ Chip
Morgan (Chip) Welch
I'm so sorry to hear about Andy's death. He was a beloved friend and classmate of mine. Wd lived near each other growing up. He was a great man and friend to my husband Jim teenor and myself. Please accept my sympathy and condolences. God bless your family.
Jane teenor hollenbeck
I learned so much from Andy over the years. He was the first "Horseman" I was ever around. He was always willing to share his knowledge with anyone that was interested. I will miss him.
Bill Austin
Lit a candle in memory of Glenn Finley "Andy" Anderson, III
Bill Austin
Gee, where do you start? Andy was one of a kind. First time I met him was as kids sitting on hay bales in his dad’s barn at 111th and 129th. I grew up at 111th and Mingo. Fast forward to them locating to 91st and Garnett after vet school. I watched the old house go down the road when it was moved. He appeared to be a man of few words, but one afternoon at an okc show, he talked my leg off. I always loved talking to Carol picking up coggins or whatever. Nothing replaces a loved one, but I bet there are a bunch of “you can’t believe” stories about Andy. Love you guys! Marquitta
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