Although I only knew Todd one brief summer('05) he left an eternal impression on me. He was a meek, humble man of God. I was living with Stin as we got her house ready to sell (while Scott was out East for training). I instantly became a part of the family. Todd and Margy came many times to help out. Todd loved making the kids smile...and they adored him. They included me in their family reunion. I remember what a kick he got out of watching his kids sing crazy karaoke impersonations. I loved the excitement on his face as he showed his films. It was obvious he loved life. Above all, my fondest memory was the honor of receiving a priesthood blessing from him. I will never forget it. There was such power pouring through him to me. I felt like God was speaking directly to me through him. He lived by the Spirit. His goodness radiated from his eyes when he spoke or smiled. I appreciated his warmth as we talked on many occasions. I was in awe at the deep love he had for his sweet margy, his incredible children, grandchildren, and random friends like me. I can still see his deep, interested gaze. I will always be grateful to your family for the lessons I was privileged to experience with you. They are precious to me. My prayers and love are with you as you mourn his departure and anticipate a sweet reunion one day. There is much to be grateful for! All my love, Gina Ashby

If one out of ten men lived and died like brother Andersen, we'd surely have a much better world.

For those friends across the world that were unable to attend one of Todd's 2 viewings or his funeral, here's a recap: John Flint, bishop and friend, officiated. He had been a helpmeet in the hospital to our family, offering comfort and much-needed comfort in our grief. Matt Andersen offered the family prayer before closing the casket for the final time. "Oh My Father" was song by the congregation in the Kilby building, LDS Chapel. It was the song that his daughter Stin sang to him as he took his final breath in hospice care. She'd begun to sing "I Know My Redeemer Lives" as his breath changed rapidly, being short and long and stunted, indicating the time was near... She felt impressed to change to the song, that within 5 minutes of onset, was the peaceful music he heard as he was ushered on. He had always relished hearing his children sing. Nathan Andersen read Todd's testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ and issued a timeline of his life. Moments of memory with a unique dad tickled a funny bone for his children as they recalled what only he could and did do. Laughter at moments about did Nathan in, but others were tender and sweet in the love his father had shown, and for which he showed deep gratitude. Rachel spoke of his spiritual legacy and the impact of his words and actions. Brazil Area President Arnoldson offered words of comfort for his friend and faithful missionary' life... Stin and Mackenzie, both with Todd at passing, sang "I Know that My Redeemer Lives." Markus Andersen spoke with great emotion of the most Christlike man he'd ever met, in agreement to Mackenzie's statements earlier. He urged each to find a quality to emulate some that Todd had espoused. Steve Crandall, neighbor and friend, sang "Where can I Turn for Peace." Brother Darian Andersen, his only brother and best friend spoke of a deeply spiritual lifetime bond, and divulged the code words they always exchanged at the end of each phone conversation to indicate they loved each other. Stin offered the benediction, and requested that we emulate the characteristics of Todd in each of our lives more fully. Zachary offered the dedication of the grave after Matt sang "Nearer My God to Thee." *350 white balloons were released to fly heavenward as the hearse drove away with Todd's earthly remains....