Michael Shane Anderson

Michael Shane Anderson passed away unexpectedly March 25, 2024 at his home in Canoga Park, California. Michael, preferably know as Mykal to his friends and family moved to California in 1989. He was employed by Anthem insurance, formally known as Blue Cross of California and WellPoint then Anthem, retiring in 2023 from Anthem after years of service.

Michael is survived by his sister, Shaun Craig Loy of Joliet, IL, his niece Jennifer (Joe) Mayfield of Channahon, IL, his nephew Brian Glagola (Mary) of Coal City, IL, his niece Dana (Nick) Welch of Wilmington, IL and nephew Kevin Glagola of Wilmington, IL, nieces and nephews, Mykal and Rylee Glagola of Coal City and Tyler and Lauren Welch of Wilmington, IL , Alyssa (Matt) Piasecki of Channahon, IL and Jake (Taya) Mayfield of Chattanooga, TN, his sister Dawn’s husband Tim Glagola of Wilmington, IL and a dear lifelong friend Bob “Luke” Lukanich, and many other friends in California.

He is preceded in death by his parents Robert E. Anderson and Gloria L. Anderson, sister Dawn Glagola and his brother Robert A. Anderson whom he missed dearly.

Mykal was a free spirit with a big heart and will be deeply missed. Per Mykal’s request, cremation rites were served and he requested no services but would like his friends and family to celebrate his life in their own personal manner. If desired donations can be made in his memory to the charity of your choice.