Eric Anderson

Eric Robert Anderson, age 58, of Alexandria, Virginia, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack on Wednesday, October 9, in Manassas, Virginia. Born July 16, 1966, in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late James and Dorothea Walls Anderson. Eric was a 1984 graduate of Chief Logan High School in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, and in 1988 he earned his bachelors degree in political science from Gettysburg College. Following school he moved to Washington DC to pursue a career in the political arena. For many years he worked for the Republican National Committee as a fund raiser. Most recently, Eric was an account manager for American Target Advertising in Manassas, Virginia. Outside of his professional obligations, Eric served as the president of his HOA for over ten years, dealing with a myriad of challenges and getting to know better the residents of his community. While Eric loved to discuss national and international events with those on all sides of the political spectrum, he also had an artistic side. He spent much time painting and drawing, especially landscapes, and he was a real film buff. An extensive comic book collection was his pride and joy. Eric traveled often, both for work and pleasure, including an exchange program to Germany where he honed his language skills and a months-long trip to Russia in the middle of winter. A high school football and basketball player, he cheered on his beloved Washington Nationals for many years as a season ticket holder and later became obsessed with professional soccer. He enjoyed meeting people and treasured his photographs with presidents, senators, and his film hero, Harrison Ford. Family was important to Eric, and he got very excited about researching his genealogy. In addition, Eric was a renowned “cat whisperer,” winning over even the most unfriendly of felines. Eric is survived by his brothers; David Anderson, husband of Diane, Columbia, PA, and Douglas Anderson, husband of Vicki, Phoenix, AZ. In addition, he leaves behind his four nieces and nephews who thought the world of their Uncle E: Paul Anderson, Harrisburg, PA; Julie Anderson, Queen Creek, AZ; James Anderson, Houston, TX; and Sarah Smeltz, wife of Kevin, Germansville, PA. Eric enjoyed spending time with his beloved cats, including Miranda, Tobias, and his current kitty, Ellie. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, December 7, at 11:00 at Pierce Funeral Home in Manassas, Virginia, with a reception to follow at 12:30. A private interment will be held at Juniata Memorial Park in Lewistown. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Humane Society of Fairfax County, Virginia.

Eric Anderson

July 16, 1966 - October 9, 2024