Paula Lynne (Elder) Anderson died at the age of 68, at her home in Birch Tree, Missouri on May 17, 2021. She was born October 11, 1952, in Salina, Kansas to Frank and Jean (Little) Elder, where she grew up amongst a family of eight and was known as that spunky brown-eyed, brown-haired beauty in braids. She attended Fort Hays University after graduating from Salina High, class of 1970.
She married Clayton Anderson on March 27, 1981, and they lived in Smolan, Kansas before moving to rural Missouri. She was mom to Jennifer Jean Anderson and Ryan Franklin Anderson, whom she loved dearly. Her true passion was her love and devotion to her two grandchildren, Lucas and Serena.
Lynne mastered her studies of genealogy and took her knowledge of family and local history “on the road.” She often spoke at National Genealogy Conferences and conducted well-attended and fun re-enactments of characters in our family and other more well-known personalities. Especially memorable was her true-to-life presentation of our great-grandmother Weems, sunbonnet and all.
Additionally, she was an accomplished seamstress and quilter, sharing with family and friends her works of art. Above all, Lynne will be remembered for her quick, off the wall, sense of humor! Her antics and ability to invoke laughter in those around her, her candid vision, love of life, adventures, and misadventures will be treasured and missed always.
Lynne is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Jean Elder; and two brothers, Grady and Lyle Elder.
She is survived by her husband, Clayton; two children; two grandchildren; two sisters, Faye (Marvin) Clements, Carol (Rick) Doran; one brother, Bryan (Pam) Elder; and in addition to a multitude of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
There will be a benefit in memory of Lynne on June 12, 2021, at the Winsome Plantation Venue. Food will be served from 4-6:00 p.m. with an auction and quilt raffle to follow. Proceeds will go towards outstanding medical and funeral costs. Donations of food, auction items, or money will be handled by Trista Smotherman Thomas. A family gathering will be held later in the summer. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Yarber Mortuary, Birch Tree. Condolences may be expressed at www.yarbermortuary.com.