Charles “Charley” Anderson, DDS, 80, of Lincoln passed away May 22, 2022. Born April 11, 1942, in Central City, NE to Guy and Myrtle (Melvin) Anderson.
Charley graduated from Lincoln High School in 1960 and UNMC College of Dentistry in 1967. He was a member of the University of Nebraska Marching Band and the Symphonic Band. Throughout his life he enjoyed playing his trumpet and flugelhorn at church with Jody playing the piano.
Charley practiced general dentistry in Lincoln for forty years at Anderson, Martin, Lacey, DDS, PC and taught part-time as a clinical instructor at UNMC College of Dentistry. He was a member of the American College of Dentists, The International College of Dentistry, Past President of Lincoln Dental Society, and the Nebraska Dental Association. He was also a member of the Nebraska Dental Hall of Fame.
Charley enjoyed 30 summers at Thomas Lake with the family watching his girls grow up playing in the sand, boating, and swimming in the lake. For the past 20 years Charley and Jody enjoyed weekends in Brownville, Nebraska living in the Historic Nace House and later the Rose Cottage. Charley is a past president of the Brownville Historical Society and made many wonderful improvements to Brownville.
Charley throughout his life enjoyed antiques, music, being outside working in his yard, reading books and spending time with family and friends. He was blessed by the Lord with a wonderful life.
Family members include his wife, Mary Jo “Jody” Anderson; daughters Kelli Anderson (Gary Massa) and Kerri Anderson, all of Lincoln; grandchildren MyKala Anderson and Francesca Atencio; brother-in-law Rich (Twyla) Hughes, Omaha. Preceded in death by his parents.
Preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial Service: 1:00 p.m. Wednesday (6-1-22) Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel, 4300 ‘O’ Street. Prior private interment.
Memorials to UNL Foundation, 1010 Lincoln Mall, Ste 300, Lincoln, NE for Fund #1260, Dental College.
No visitation.
Services
Memorial Service
1:00 pm CST
Roper & Sons Midtown Chapel
4300 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68510
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Jody, I am sorry to learn of Charley’s passing. I remember the good times with Conchita and her wonderful and parties. Lincoln Symphony guild events too
– Margaret Allington
Jody, sending our sincere condolences on the passing of Charley. Praying for God’s peace and comfort for you and your family.
– Ed and Sharon Hartley
I am sorry for your loss. I hope you can find peace in knowing “The Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort can and wants to help you at this difficult time”. 2 Corinthians 1:3, 4
– Nita
Charley was a wonderful family friend and my dentist for several years. Loved our times at Ashland together, celebrating events, spending time at my folks visiting. Loved hearing of all the cruises, Nebraska games & Lincoln community theatre performances together with my folks. A part of our family has gone before us, but many great and fond memories remain.
– Love, Julie (Eley) and Jim Harbols
“Another Lincoln High Job Well Done.”
– Bobby Mersed
Please accept the sincere sympathy of the Nebraska Dental Association on the passing of Dr. Anderson. We enjoyed our relationship with him over the past many years. May you find peace and comfort in all of your wonderful memories. Dave and Jody
– Jody Cameron

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