Millard Anderson, 79, of French Lick

He was born in Owsley County, Kentucky on May 11 th , 1947 to John Dillard and Martha (Allen) Anderson. Millard married Nina Pennington on June 26 th , 1992 and she survives. 

He was preceded in death by his: 

Parents; 

Son – Millard Ray Anderson; 

and Brother – Halan Anderson. 

Millard in his younger years worked in the coal mines, for 28 years at Kimball Piano, retired from Jasper Seating, and then part-time at Rural King. He attended The Church at Powell Valley and his faith was the foundation of his life and was evident in the way he served his church family and everyone fortunate to know him. 

Millard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. Family was his greatest treasure and he never missed an opportunity to encourage, support and celebrate the ones he loved. He never met a stranger - Millard had a remarkable gift for making friends wherever he went feel welcomed, valued and loved. 

He found joy in life in simple pleasures – traveling, going out to eat with his wife, his love for animals, going out to the lake to fish, and just loved being outdoors. 

Millard is survived by: 

Wife – Nina Anderson of French Lick, Indiana 

Son – Jonathan Anderson of French Lick, Indiana 

Daughters – Melinda (Rick) Lamar of California Jessica Rockhold of Illinois Jill Barghower of Bedford, Indiana Krystal (Nick) Burn of Mitchell, Indiana 

Numerous Grandchildren 

and Great-Grandchildren 

2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight and I have finished the race and keep the faith. 

A Funeral Ceremony will be conducted by Pastor Randy Stevens and Pastor Barry Groh on Friday, July 10 th , 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at The Church at Powell Valley with burial to follow at Anderson Cemetery. 

Visitation for family and friends will be Friday, July 10 th , 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Anderson Cemetery, c/o Greg Benge, 5239 Emmons Lane, Shoals, IN 47581. Arrangements are in the care of Brosmer-Kemple Funeral Home in French Lick, Indiana 47432. 

Condolences may be made on our website – www.brosmer-kemplefuneralhome.com.