Gregory Alan Anderson

On Friday, December 9, 2022, Gregory Alan Anderson loving husband and father passed away at the age of 65 years. Greg was born July 3, 1957 to the parents of Joseph (deceased) and Carol Anderson. He was a graduate of Gilmer County High School in Ellijay GA and received a Bachelor of Parks and Recreation from North Georgia College (the University of North Georgia).

Greg began his professional career as the Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation at Dellinger Park in Cartersville Georgia under the supervision of W.K. Gentry. At the retirement of Mr. Gentry, Greg was approved by the Cartersville City Council as the new Director. During his tenure Greg saw the expansion of Dellinger Park to include new softball and soccer fields, gymnastic programs, the Senior Aquatic program, bike paths and hiking trails. Greg enjoyed his 38 years with the City of Cartersville Park and Recreation Department and often stated he never had a bad day.

Greg was extensively involved with several boards and programs that benefitted children and families. The Bartow/Cartersville Green Space initiative, Georgia Parks and Rec Athletic Committee, Etowah Valley Credit Union board and the Bartow United Way to name a few. He often stated that “if it was good for kids, it was worth doing”.

Throughout his employment tenure Greg received numerous awards. The most memorable prior to his death was the action of the of Cartersville City Council to rename the Pine Mountain Trail to the Greg Anderson Trail System at Pine Mountain. He was greatly honored and appreciative of the award.

Greg leaves behind his wife Kathy with whom he was married to for 31 plus years, Nicolas Anderson, son, Carol Anderson, mother, Jeff Anderson, brother, Hope Cantrell, sister (Ron); and many nieces and nephews. He loved his family and he will be sorely missed by all those he had to leave behind.

A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Thursday, December 15, 2022 in the chapel of Owen Funeral Home with the Rev. Tommy Harris officiating. The interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends and family on Thursday December 15, 2022 from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm.

Greg and his family request in lieu of flowers for donations to be made to the Bartow County United Way.

Please visit www.owenfunerals.com to leave online condolences for the family. Owen Funeral Home 12 Collins Dr Cartersville, GA is honored to serve the Anderson Family.