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Martin Melvin "Marty" Anderson

Aug. 25, 1945 - Jan. 30, 2026

Date of Service: Feb. 11, 2026

BURLEY – Martin Melvin “Marty “ Anderson, 80, of Burley, Idaho, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, at St. Luke’s, surrounded by the family and dear friends who meant everything to him.

Marty was born in Burley to Melvin Henry and Rhea Judd Anderson, their one and only — a role he carried proudly his entire life. He grew up in Burley and graduated from Burley High School in 1964. Soon after, he honorably served his country in the United States Army, a chapter of his life he carried with quiet pride.

On February 22, 1975, he married the love of his life, Pamela Pollard. They would have celebrated 51 years of marriage this month — a love story built on loyalty, laughter, and a lifetime of shared memories. From that love came their greatest joy, their daughter, Meggan Joy.

Marty spent most of his working life in the grocery business for decades, starting at Shelby’s, then Smith’s, before deciding he was ready for something a little different. That led him to John’s, then Wonderbread, but groceries were always in his heart. He eventually found his stride again in produce, working several years at Stokes before managing the produce department at Walmart, where he retired due to health challenges. If you ever got perfectly picked produce, there’s a good chance Marty had something to do with it.

When he wasn’t working, Marty loved the outdoors. In his younger years you could find him fishing, riding motorcycles, and cruising in his yellow GTO.

Marty is survived by his devoted wife of nearly 51 years, Pam; his daughter, Meggan; his beloved fur grandbaby, Millie Mae; and his best friend, Dean, whose lunch dates meant the world to him — even if conversations sometimes required a little extra volume and a lot of patience.

He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

Marty had a well-known love for his pop, and in true Marty fashion, he enjoyed a Diet Pepsi right down to his final minutes with us. It was simple, it was him, and it was perfect.

He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and remembered every time a cold soda cracks open, a fishing line hits the water, or someone takes the time to pick out the very best piece of fruit.

The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th Street, in Burley, where family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 10, and one hour prior the service on Wednesday. Burial will follow at Declo Cemetery with military rites provided by the Mini-Cassia Veterans Group.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/GJr8fmoMOb8.

Condolences for Martin Melvin "Marty" Anderson

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From Ardith Searle:

To Meggan and Pam, I am so sorry for your loss. Meggan, you will miss your TV buddy!!! Prayers are with you both!

From Betty Brog Rasmussen :

Pam, so sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you in this time.

From Brenda Jackson Cooper:

Our prayers are with your family. My dad “Bill” adored his cousin Marty. Marty is a kind and gentle person and his mom and dad (Aunt Rhea and Melvin) adore him. May you feel our prayers and be comforted through these difficult days by our Savior Jesus Christ. Because of Him- you can look forward to a beautiful reunion.
Revelation 21:4
"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away."
I know that Marty is having a beautiful reunion with his mom and dad. With his many cousins and loved ones. His spirit has been taken home to God who gave him life. May you feel His peace and His comfort in the days ahead. We are praying for you.

From Marilyn Fillmore Mangum:

Dear Pam, I am so sorry for your loss. Hold on tight to your sweet daughter and all your memories together. I pray that God will bless you and keep you.

From Cheryl Parsons :

So sorry for your loss Mom and Meggan.

From Sheila B. Adams:

Marty always spoke to me wherever he worked. He sure loved his family and his in-laws. My condolences to both Pam and Meggan.

From Marjorie Jensen:

So sorry for your loss of a great man.Prayers for your family.

From Brenda Jackson Cooper:

From Terry Spurgeon :

Marty showed me the ropes at Shelby's grocery store nearly 60 years ago. Good man and friend.

From Brenda Jackson Cooper:

Our prayers are with your family. My dad “Bill” adored his cousin Marty. Marty is a kind and gentle person and his mom and dad (Aunt Rhea and Melvin) adored him. May you feel our prayers and be comforted through these difficult days by our Savior Jesus Christ. Because of Him- you can look forward to a beautiful reunion.
Revelation 21:4
"And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away."
I know that Marty is having a beautiful reunion with his mom and dad and with his many cousins and loved ones. His spirit has been taken home to the God who gave him life. May you feel His peace and His comfort in the days ahead. We are praying for you.

From Ken, Billie Rae DeNaugh, Leta Jackson:

Pam & Megan, so sorry for your loss. We know that you have each other to hold on to. Your dad, and Husband "Marty" was so special to our family. He now is at rest with his parents. May you both feel peace and comfort as the coming days are filled with the love of family and friends. Know we all are here for you and know that families can be eternal.

From Pamala Parish Ruby:

So sorry for your loss. I knew Marty when we worked together at Shelby's Foodliner many years ago. He was a very hard worker and kind individual.

From Roger Graham and family:

Sorry for your loss.

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