"Edwin Bailey Anderson Jr., age 56, of Florence, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2011.
He is survived by his mother, Mildred Anderson; beloved son, Bailey Lee Anderson; two sisters, Patricia Chesnut and husband, Ron, Elizabeth Medaris and husband, Jere; former wife and dearest friend, Snow Anderson; nieces and nephews, Alex and Amy Chesnut, Sophia McArthur, Matthew, Jeremy and Joshua Medaris; special friends, David Cassady, Sybil Abrams and Katie Lawrence.
Edwin was preceded in death by his father, Bailey Anderson Sr., grandparents, Betty and John Ballinger, Ruby Anderson and so many pets.
Mr. Anderson was an artist, a graduate of Coffee High School and earned his BS from the University of Arizona. He was a member of Living Spirit Church in Florence. He enjoyed motorcycles, sculpting, painting and caring for animals.
Edwin always wanted to do the right and compassionate thing for all people and animals. We love him dearly."
Edwin was the ex-husband of former WIFR reporter Snow Anderson. Edwin reportedly took his own life after battling depression.
...Thanks to Pete Barrett for the story.
