Mildred "Mickey" Neaves Anderson

Mildred "Mickey" Anderson went to be with the Lord on December 18, 2023 at her home in North Carolina. She was born to Opal and Morgan Neaves on January 19, 1933. A funeral service will be at 11 AM, Friday, December 22 at Rankin Baptist Church, 3317 Summit Avenue. The family will receive friends beginning at 10 AM prior to the service.

Mickey was a devout Christian and worshipped at Rankin Baptist Church. She worked at Southern Bell for 30 yrs. She graduated from North Wilkesboro High School in 1951.

Mickey married Robert "Smith" Anderson in 1951. They were married for 72 years and their love for one another stood the test of time. They honored their marriage vows deeply and were very devoted to one another. She and Smith dedicated their time to the Meals on Wheels charity for many years. And made regular donations at Rankin Baptist Church.

Due to unfortunate circumstances my grandparents took on the responsibility of raising myself and my sister, Heather. We couldn't have asked for a better Caregiver and mom. She gave us safety, a warm home, love and hugs, the best southern food anyone could ask for, and supported us with anything we needed. She was the glue that held our family together.

Mickey leaves to cherish her memories to her husband, Smith Anderson, son, Thomas Anderson, granddaughters, Carrie Cameron, son in law Mitch Cameron, and Heather Cauley, son in law Brad Cauley; great-grandchildren, Cayla and Brent Davis, Raegan Cauley, Landon and Raina Cameron; nephew Ray Parks and wife Beth Parks, great niece Meredith Moore and great nephew Morgan Parks. She was preceded in death by her parents Opal and Morgan Neaves, sister Merill Parks, and brothers Jack and Kit Neaves.

We take comfort in knowing that Mickey is no longer in pain and is celebrating with the Lord Jesus Christ in Heaven. We look forward to seeing her again one day. She will be greatly missed but her memories will live on forever, and leave us with a smile and the feeling that her spirit is forever with us.

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