Book of Memories for JOHN BAYE ANDERTON

Story shared: My favorite professor

Tue, 03 Mar 2015 00:56:32 EST

I attended NMU from '98 to '02, and no other professor had a bigger impact on me in my early development of my career than John Anderton. I really drifted from my alma mater to have found about his passing exactly one year later. Even though I live in California now, his love of the natural and human history of Upper Michigan was very contagious at the time. I never expected someone like John to leave this world so soon, considering how physically active and young he was.

Condolence From Linda DeGabriele

Mon, 23 Feb 2015 11:19:15 EST

Dear Judy, Keith, The Anderton Family and the DeFant Family: My thoughts go out to you today. Try to celebrate John's life. It sounds like he was a truly amazing man.

Condolence From Tom Vitale

Mon, 24 Mar 2014 13:42:49 EDT

Dr. Anderton was an inspirational professor who will be deeply missed at NMU and throughout the Marquette community. I am a graduate in Physical Geography with an Earth Science minor, having had quite a few classes with Dr. A. He was a personable, light-hearted, and deeply passionate teacher who always managed to find the time and care amid his busy schedule to talk with his students. A great guide and inspiration! My deepest sympathies to his children, family and close friends! Know that his Spirit lives on through all the lives he has touched. Thank you Dr. A! Love and Peace

Story shared: A favorite professor

Thu, 13 Mar 2014 13:30:12 EDT

I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed him as a professor at NMU. I signed up for soils class as an elective that I expected would be boring and tedious. What a surprise I got! Truly one of the best classes I have taken at any level. I only knew him for that one semester but the impact was lasting and I count him in my top 2 of favorite professors/teachers. It's not fair that a guy so full of life is gone so soon. I am so sad for you the family but I can only imagine the happy memories that you will all carry of him. He was a special guy. I'll never forget him. ...A grateful student

Condolence From David Ray

Thu, 13 Mar 2014 02:58:31 EDT

I played with John and his brothers when we were kids. You are in our prayers. Rest in peace.

Condolence From Bill Knox

Mon, 10 Mar 2014 21:08:09 EDT

John was a talented colleague and true outdoorsman. His passing is a loss I felt keenly because of the affirming time I spent with him at NMU and because of his future contributions--personal and professional--that are now lost. His friends and especially his children are in may thoughts and prayers.

Condolence From Aimee Cree Dunn

Mon, 10 Mar 2014 19:53:01 EDT

John was a treasured colleague with so much to share. He will be much missed. And his legacy will live on in the many, many lives he touched. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

Condolence From Kathy & Joe McCormick

Mon, 10 Mar 2014 17:18:28 EDT

Dear Judy, Keith & family....our hearts go out to you all today as you bury you son John. You are in thoughts and prayers. God Bless!

Condolence From Brett Baum

Mon, 10 Mar 2014 16:30:31 EDT

I am an NMU freshman and am currently taking one of Dr. Anderton's classes. I am terribly shocked and saddened by his passing. Though I only knew him for half a semester he immediately made a huge impression on me. His love for his job and his enthusiasm in the classroom made me enjoy going to his class every day. My very sincerest condolences go out to his family as my thanks go out to him for the impression he made on me and my peers. He was a great man and a fantastic professor and will be missed.

Condolence From Carol Fulsher

Mon, 10 Mar 2014 14:38:03 EDT

I met John through working on a trail project. His class worked on some historical information for our interpretive work. John was gentle, smart, thoughtful and committed. I will miss seeing his beautiful ski glide on the trails. This community has lost a very good person. My condolences to his family.

Condolence From Kurt and Sandy Collins

Mon, 10 Mar 2014 10:36:12 EDT

Dear Judy and Keith, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence From Dan Wiitala

Mon, 10 Mar 2014 09:23:21 EDT

John was a true friend, colleague and of course one of the finest ski training and racing partners I have known. I will sorely miss his professional generosity and his friendship. My thoughts are with all of his family members and I will keep many great memories of the time I was able to spend in his company.

Condolence From Jackie (Perrault) Salonen

Sun, 09 Mar 2014 23:29:34 EDT

My heart goes out to the Anderton & DeFant family. My love and many hugs to my "little" girls Karalyn & Boo, and of course to Jack. Your dad was a kind man and he will be missed.

Condolence From Steve Lindberg

Sun, 09 Mar 2014 20:48:08 EDT

I only met John a few times, be he left an everlasting impression of a kind, gentle, Renaissance man. He is someone who I would have loved to have gotten to know better. May his wonderful memories help fill the hole for those he left behind.

Condolence From Marge and Bill Sklar

Sun, 09 Mar 2014 12:25:51 EDT

Judy and Keith and John's family, We are thinking about and praying for you. Marge and Bill Sklar

Condolence From Bruce and Martha Kostamo

Sat, 08 Mar 2014 21:52:10 EST

Keith and Judy-We are deeply saddened to read of your son's untimely passing. We never met John but are truly impressed by his numerous lifetime accomplishments.

Condolence From Bruce Solka

Sat, 08 Mar 2014 20:35:07 EST

Sincere condolences to Keith and all of John's family on his tragic passing. As I still ski regularly and am retired from a career in science, John's life story is especially touching and impressive. I'm so happy that he was able to pursue his dreams with such success.

Condolence From Angela Airaudi Gravedoni

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 17:46:34 EST

Laura and family, I am saddened to hear this news. Our deepest condolences to you all, you will be in our thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult time. Mike and Angela Gravedoni

Condolence From Bunny LaMere

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 16:23:50 EST

My condolences to John's family. I have you in my prayers

Condolence From Linda DeGabriele

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 14:18:45 EST

I am so sorry to hear the passing of John. I offer my condolences to the family including Judy and Keith and Sharon, I wish I could be there in person to offer whatever I could do in person but I am in Florida now. If I can do anything from a distance, please let me know. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence From Randy Johnson

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 13:22:09 EST

So saddened to hear about John. Growing up with John and spending countless summer days fishing the Carp by 3rd falls and the Forge, John would enlighten us with his knowledge of the history of the area that we adventured into. A truly remarkable man that will be missed by the so many people that knew him. Until we meet again my friend.

Condolence From Kathy (Cronin) Boyd

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 11:01:51 EST

Judy - I often check Koskey's website to keep in touch with Negaunee and came across your son's obituary. Until I saw your Mom and Dad's name, I didn't recognize his or yours. I'm so sorry you lost him so young. He certainly lived his life to the fullest. My son lives in Colorado and does alot of hiking and biking and I can't imagine losing him. You are in my prayers. Kathy Cronin

Condolence From Melissa DeGroot

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 10:56:53 EST

He was a wonderful instructor and it is very sad to lose a gifted person so young. He will be sorely missed by everyone. In Time of Sorrow… May you see God’s light on the path ahead When the road you walk is dark. May you always hear, Even in your hour of sorrow, The gentle singing of the lark. When times are hard may hardness Never turn your heart to stone, May you always remember when the shadows fall— You do not walk alone.

Memorial Candle lit by Leksi, Sebe, Kris and Marty DeFant

Fri, 07 Mar 2014 03:37:10 EST

Leksi, Sebe, Kris and Marty DeFant

Condolence From Jonathan Ringel

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 22:57:29 EST

Professor Anderton was a great asset to NMU and the Marquette community. I had the wonderful experience of having class with Professor Anderton which was always full of wit, humor, laughs and interesting discussion while at the same time highly educational. I respected him as a professor and contributor to the geography discipline. He lived life to the fullest and ALWAYS made class interesting. I was always excited to attend class. He shared many a fantastic story and always brought whatever topic was being discussed in class to life. He will truly be missed. I feel honored to have had the opportunity to take classes from Professor Anderton. I just want to remind the family to celebrate and remember the happy memories. Professor Anderton is no doubt off on another adventure in heaven and smiling down on us. God Bless.

Condolence From Julie Anderson

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 17:18:32 EST

My deepest sympathy to John’s family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have special memories of sitting next to John throughout our years attending NHS as we sat alphabetical order. We shared many fun conversations. John was a special friend. He was always smiling and kind. He will be deeply missed. Looking forward to talking with you again John in heaven.

Story shared: teacher

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 16:48:51 EST

He was a great teacher and inspiration. He was the main reason that I changed my major at NMU to Physical Geography and decided to pursue a PhD in the field. He was hands on and cared.

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Wed, 05 Mar 2014 11:08:27 EST

Archaeologist extraordinaire!

Condolence From Jim & Karen Paquette

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 11:02:15 EST

We are so saddened by John's passing. He was such a kind and generous human being who gave of himself without expecting anything in return. He lived his life as we all should--giving,not taking--loving, not hating--forgiving, not blaming--smiling, not frowning. He brought out the best in those who were privileged to know him...and those who chose to be close to him. God Bless you, John Anderton...paddle home, my Brother.

Condolence From Sara Niemi

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Wed, 05 Mar 2014 10:18:43 EST

Story shared: Long Hike along Lake Superior

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 09:56:59 EST

When John was an undergraduate (during the 80s), he worked for a faculty member as a research assistant. For a project to identify Native American archeological sites, the professor dropped John off in Big Bay and instructed him to hike down the coast to Marquette, noting any interesting features that might suggest a possible site. John told me that he didn't have a clue of what to look for. He didn't find a thing but had a wonderful hike and earned a lot of money. I suspect that the experience stuck with John, because he would never have done something so irresponsible to one of his students.

Memorial Candle lit by Liam, Graham, Jen & Phil DeFant

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 09:52:31 EST

Liam, Graham, Jen & Phil DeFant

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Wed, 05 Mar 2014 09:29:18 EST

Condolence From Sharron & John Apo

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 08:58:23 EST

Judy, Keith and Family, You are all in our prayers at this very difficult time. Rest in peace John.

Condolence From Torreano Family

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 07:15:47 EST

We are so very sorry for your loss of John. He was our daughter Katie's favorite professor. He was always positive and had a great attitude towards teaching. We are grateful that he was able to influence her life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God bring you some peace and comfort.

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Wed, 05 Mar 2014 01:59:52 EST

Dublin, Ireland 2001

Condolence From Beth (Blome) Ayivi-Ga Togbassa

Wed, 05 Mar 2014 01:55:28 EST

I was one of the very fortunate people to have gotten the opportunity to travel and get to know Professor Anderton. It was through his sense of adventure and his love and admiration for his family that I grew to respect him and was in awe of his spirit. He was not only a great professor, fellow traveller and mentor, but an excellent person as a whole. He was one of the kindest people I have ever met and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family during this difficult time. I will cherish the pictures I have from our travels to Ireland.

Condolence From Cheryl (Finney) and Darryl Segars

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 19:00:19 EST

Our condolences to the Andertons and Defants. While I didn't know John personally, I know Marty Defant, whom I went to school with; Mr. Defant, who was one of the best teachers I ever had, and Mrs. Defant, who was one of the friendliest people and best nurse I have known. Our condolences to the family and everyone who knew John.

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Tue, 04 Mar 2014 13:53:26 EST

Story shared: Quartzite Quarry

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 13:47:22 EST

I wanted to share a story about when John explained the importance of the quartzite quarry on the backside of Marquette Mountain. He took our American Indian STEM camp staff and students up the backside of the mountain and showed us where Native people had used hammer stones and quartzite to make spear points. We actually found one that dated back to the time period when the glacier was receding. He also explained where the original village site was near the mouth of the Carp River and the extensive ancient garden site that was across the River on the back side of the prison property. He was such a good and patient teacher. He was so respectful and a gentle soul. He will be missed.

Condolence From Allie Becker

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 13:15:38 EST

If you knew John or had a class with him, you were one of the lucky ones. He was a great teacher, leader and man. He was very influential for me in choosing my career and providing guidance throughout my time at NMU. My thoughts are with his loved ones at this time.

Condolence From Laurie and Doug Weesen

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 12:27:58 EST

John made a significant impact on our son, Tyler, as a teacher and as a man. I do not know where life would have taken him had it not been for John's kind and gentle approach. Our family in saddened by your loss.