Honoring Glenda Anderson: A Gratitude Gift for Caregivers

Honoring Glenda Anderson: A Gift of Gratitude for Her Caregivers

In her final days of the battle with ALS - Lou Gehrig's disease, our beloved Glenda Joy (Jeffers) Anderson was surrounded by angels—those who walked among us in the form of the compassionate caregivers and staff at Pathways Inpatient Hospice. Their kindness, respect, and unwavering empathy provided Glenda, and all of us, with the comfort and peace we desperately needed during her last two nights of life.

These caregivers went above and beyond, ensuring that Glenda’s transition was met with dignity, warmth, and love. In a time of immense sorrow, they offered not only expert care but also deep compassion—holding our hands, sharing in our grief, and reminding us that love, peace and hope shine even in the darkest of moments.

As a tribute to their extraordinary dedication, we are raising funds to give a gift of gratitude to the Pathways Hospice staff. This is our way of saying thank you for the gentle hands that held Glenda, the kind words that soothed us, and the endless grace they extended to our family.

If you have ever witnessed the impact of a truly caring hospice team, you understand how much their work means to the families they serve. Please consider contributing—any amount helps us honor their compassion and ensure they continue to bring comfort to others in their care.

Together, we can show our appreciation for these unsung heroes who give so much of themselves to others in their most vulnerable moments.

Thank you for your love and support.

With gratitude,

Glenda's Family

A Tribute to Glenda Joy (Jeffers) Anderson

Born beneath the Colorado sky,

A soul so bright, she rose so high.

With hands that painted, stitched, and wove,

A heart so full of boundless love.

Glenda Joy (Jeffers) Anderson, a woman of unwavering faith, creativity, and an ever-welcoming heart, passed away on March 28, 2025, at the age of 84, after a courageous battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). Born on January 18, 1941, in Fort Collins, Colorado, Glenda embraced every chapter of her life with grace, resilience, and a deep love for God, her family, and friends.

Glenda’s artistic spirit and adventurous soul were evident from a young age. A graduate of Fort Collins High School’s Class of 1959, she briefly pursued art at CSU before embarking on the journey that would become her greatest masterpiece—her life with Terry Anderson. Their love story began at the Caboose Restaurant, where they first met, and from that moment on, their paths were forever intertwined. For 61 years, they shared laughter, travels, challenges, and unwavering devotion. Terry often said, “When I looked at her, I just kept loving her more” and Glenda’s love was just as deep, though often expressed through her playful morning routine; “Morning. Terry, where’s my coffee?”, followed soon after by, “Terry, where’s my breakfast?” She made suggestions, and he always made her breakfast to perfection.

Family was the foundation of Glenda’s world. She raised her children with patience, humor, and encouragement, ensuring that each of them felt deeply loved. She was the beloved mother of Alice Anderson (predeceased), Jeff & Cindy Anderson, Kim & Chas Bollar, Lei Anderson, Gena Fransico, and Sean & Cheri Phillips. Her love extended to her grandchildren: Morgan Anderson, Nick & Kirsten Devine, Brandon Brauser, Michel Brauser, David Brauser, Savannah & Michael Cochram, Kiel & Brittany Bollar, Kenzee Bollar, Kira Bollar, Lexie Fransico, Quin Francisco, Xander Francisco, Sampson & Alycia Philips, Tyler Philips, Stephani & Akeem Lucey, Kalli Quicke, and Dustin & Mackenzie Dykes, along with numerous great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sister, Janet Tucay, and sister-in-law MaryAnn Jeffers, and was preceded in death by her parents, Alice Joy (Von Kaenel) Jeffers and Marion Russell Jeffers, and her brother, Delbert Jeffers.

Her humor and quirky habits were legendary. She firmly believed that "Artists don’t make mistakes, they just change the picture,” a motto she applied to both her art and life. She embraced new experiences, even when they didn’t go quite as planned—like when the Anderson family convinced her to eat dried crickets or when her attempts at following recipes still resulted in kitchen disasters.

Her love for cheese, bread, and a good cup of coffee was unmatched, as was her ability to turn any mishap into a cherished family story, just like the family road trip to California. Jeff, at 15, was helping Terry with the driving. As Glenda sat in the passenger seat crocheting a blanket, the tension in her stitches tightened every time Jeff took the wheel. By the time they arrived, her carefully planned project had become a wavy, lopsided masterpiece, a true reflection of her ability to find humor in the imperfect and joy in the unexpected.

Glenda’s love of adventure took her beyond U.S. borders as well. One of her proudest fashion moments was donning a fancy hat to attend her nephew's wedding at the Westminster Abbey in London, England. She loved traveling, especially when it involved their beloved travel trailer, which allowed her to explore coast to coast and the mountains she adored.

She had an artistic soul, never met a craft she didn’t love, and delighted in making handmade Christmas ornaments each year with her family, embracing any opportunity to teach the beauty of art.

Her warmth extended beyond her family to her church and community. Glenda was a dedicated member of her congregation, serving as a nursery helper, a greeter, and a cherished participant in Ladies Bible study groups. She spent Tuesdays quilting with her mother and volunteer friends, creating lap quilts for nursing home residents to offer them comfort and warmth. Her faith guided her in all things, and she believed wholeheartedly in forgiveness, kindness, and the power of love.

Services to Celebrate Glenda’s Life:

Glenda leaves behind a lifetime of stories, love, and laughter. While we will miss her deeply, we know that she is now at peace—probably with a cup of coffee in one hand and an art project in the other, ready to create something beautiful in heaven.

We’ll meet again, beyond the blue,

Where love and peace are always true.

Till then, dear Glenda, rest and be,

A soul set free in eternity.