Michael "Mad Dog" Anderson's Obituary
Michael Duane “Mike” “Mad Dog” Anderson, age 74, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, January 15, 2025. He was born September 9, 1950 in Muskegon to John and Virginia (Poort) Anderson, Sr. On July 18, 1969, he married the former Carol Lynn Smith in Grand Rapids and celebrated 55 years together. Mike owned and operated M.D. Anderson Construction from 1976 until his retirement in 1999. He built many homes for families during his career, some spanning over three generations. Over the years, he enjoyed boating with friends and family and docked his boat at the Muskegon Conservation Club marina. Mike loved going to car shows, collecting classic cars, and tinkering with them, and was a member of a local Corvette club. He also enjoyed the many four-legged companions he had over the years. If you knew Mike, you knew nobody was a stranger to him. He was very sociable and would give you the shirt off his back if needed. He will be missed by all who knew him. SURVIVORS include his wife, Carol of Muskegon; two children: Chad (Brooke Kieft) Anderson and Elizabeth; two grandchildren: Elijah and Maya Aldridge; brother, Steven Anderson of Florida; sister, Kathy Kahlo of Muskegon; two sisters-in-law: Carol A. Anderson and Sandy Hutson both of Muskegon; and many nieces and nephews. Mike was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: John Anderson, Jr. and Bob Anderson; and brothers-in-law: Steve Kahlo and Russ Smith. SERVICES for Mike will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444 (231) 798-1100. VISITATION will be from 5-8 PM on Monday, January 20, 2025 and also one hour prior to the service Tuesday morning. Burial will take place in Egelston Twp. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Youth for Christ – Fruitport or the Big Lake Humane Society. Share memories with the family at their online Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com
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