Michael Scott Anderson, age 45, died unexpectedly on July 6, 2008 at his home. He was born in Madison on November 2, 1962, the son of Jerome "Jerry" and Edie (Ogren) Anderson. He was united in marriage to Lori Kistler on June 11, 1988. Mike's favorite pasttimes were boating on Lake Wisconsin, his love of trains, and spending time with his family. He was always there for others and will be missed by family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Lori of Merrimac; two daughters, Emily (friend Chase Paar) and Amanda (friend Jeremy Kruchten), both of Merrimac; his mother, Edie Anderson of Madison; sister, Suzy (Randy) Krantz and their children, Allyssa, Nicolette and Noah of Waunakee; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Don and Joanne Kistler of Florida; brother-in-law, Craig (Debbie) Kistler and their daughter, Sarah of California; sister-in-law, Lynn Salberg and her son, Brad of Florida; numerous other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father. Private services will be held at a later date.