Drexell Anderson was born August 6, 1926, and departed this life August 13, 2024, reaching the age of 98 years. He was the son of the late Silas Elmer and Iva Lola (Rice) Anderson.

He is survived by: one son, Mike Anderson (Sue); one granddaughter, Aleatha King (Andrew); one grandson, Michael Aaron Anderson; and four great grandchildren, Carson Anderson King, Cameron King, Michael Ian Anderson, and Lorien Anderson; along with a host of family and friends who mourn his passing.

In addition to his parents, Silas and Iva Anderson, he was preceded in death by: his wife, Wilma Jean (Marlar) Anderson; two brothers, Othal Anderson and Reed Anderson; and three sisters, Geneva Abbott, Audra Anderson, and JoAnn Denney.

Drexell was an Army veteran having served his country during WWII. He served his community as Wayne County Judge Executive from 1990 – 1993. He and his wife owned and operated Western Auto Store between 1951 – 1992.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 17, 2024, between 11 am – 2 pm in the chapel of the funeral home.  Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 2 pm at the Hicks-Vaughn Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Elk Spring Cemetery.  Military honors will be provided by our local DAV Chapter 105.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to:  Gideon Memorial Bible Plan

Hicks-Vaughn Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.