Danford R. “Boomer” Andersen, 78, L’Anse

Danford R. “Boomer” Andersen, age 78, of L’Anse, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on
Monday, March 23, 2026, at his residence.
He was born in Hancock, Michigan, on March 1, 1948, the son of the late Arnold O. and Marian
A. (Mahanna) Andersen. Boomer graduated from L’Anse High School in 1966. Following
graduation, he joined the United States Army, faithfully serving his country during the Vietnam
War. He was awarded the Purple Heart for his service and was honorably discharged in 1969.
Boomer was employed with the Village of L’Anse for many years, retiring in 2002 as the water
plant operator. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in L’Anse, the L’Anse
American Legion Post #144, and the former VFW Post #3897.
In his free time, Boomer enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golfing, and was an avid fan of the Detroit
Lions. 
Boomer is survived by his loving siblings: Arnold H. (Sandy) Andersen of Wind Lake,
Wisconsin; Michael (Darlene) Andersen of L’Anse; and Katie Gabe of L’Anse. He is also
survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, a great-great-niece, and
several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Jim Gabe.
Military honors and a spring burial will take place in the L’Anse Evergreen Cemetery, with
details to be announced at a later date.
Boomers obituary may also be viewed and condolences sent to the family at
www.reidfuneralservicechapel.com.
The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel of L’Anse has been entrusted with the funeral
arrangements.