Malcolm E. Anderson

August 20, 1950
January 23, 2024

Malcolm E. AndersonAugust 20, 1950 – January 23, 2024Murrieta, CaliforniaMalcolm Anderson, born in Kansas City, MO, to the late Malcolm and Stina Anderson, passed awayon January 23rd in his sleep of natural causes. Malcolm is survived by his son, Evan Anderson(Chelsea), two grandchildren Sunny and Archer, brothers Anthony and Christopher Anderson, andthree nephews and three nieces.A graduate of Wheaton Christian High School, Malcolm went on to have distinguished service in theU.S. Navy and graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from California State PolytechnicUniversity, Pomona.During his six years of service in the U.S. Navy, Malcolm graduated from nuclear power school inIdaho and served on the fast-attack nuclear-powered submarine USS Pintado as the nuclearreactor operator. Malcolm received the National Defense Service Medal, Meritorious UnitCommendation, Navy Expeditionary Medal, and First Good Conduct Award. Malcolm’s submarineservice was based in San Diego and took him all over the world over the oceans and under the polarcaps in defense of his country. Once, while home on leave in Kansas City, his mother remarkedwith love that he had a glow about him, to which Malcolm replied, “Mom, I sleep next to the TridentNuclear missiles.”Upon completion of military service, Malcolm resided in Oceanside and Murrieta, CA, serving as aSenior Project Manager for Southern California Edison, retiring after thirty years in 2013. Malcolm’scareer began with nuclear power generation at the San Onofre Nuclear Power Plant, where hemanaged the Nuclear Supply System (NSS) engineering group of twenty-five engineers. He also hadexperience with fuel for power generation from coal and natural gas.A man of few words, Malcolm enjoyed the outdoors, military history, and reading. He was aresolute father and brother. “Malcolm Evan’s many years of journeys over deep waters are overwith the promise of eternal peace and rest.”
Memorial service Tuesday, February 20th, 2-4 pm, Murrieta Valley Funeral Home24651 Washington Ave Murrieta CA 92562.

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Jim Sandman
Dear family and friends of Malcolm, On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans, we offer our sincere condolences at Malcolm´s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always saddened whenever a fellow "Bubblehead" departs on Eternal Patrol. He served with honor on the USS Pintado SSN-672. To our "Brother-of-the-Phin" we say, "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. Fair Winds and Following Seas." Thank you for your service to our country. To the family... "may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you." 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (ESV). Jim Sandman, FTC(SS) Ret, National Chaplain, USSVI. www.jimsandman.com
February 14 / 2024
Annie
I remember Uncle Evan as a distinguished man, with such a nice smile. I enjoyed talking with him on family vacations and at his son Evan’s wedding, a happy occasion. I was so honored that he came to my wedding. Sending my condolences and love.
February 20 / 2024
Leah
Uncle Ev, TY 4 being my giant uncle, navy engineer & cool-Californian who loved his family! Bless this tree's life & the good u planted in our hearts!
February 17 / 2024
Chris Anderson
Malcolm was a good big brother and taught me a lot. He was never afraid to try anything and had a good heart.
February 17 / 2024
Betsy and Henry Blakeman
We are so sorry about Malcolm. Thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Betsy and Henry Blakeman
February 29 / 2024

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Jim Sandman
Dear family and friends of Malcolm, On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans, we offer our sincere condolences at Malcolm´s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always saddened whenever a fellow "Bubblehead" departs on Eternal Patrol. He served with honor on the USS Pintado SSN-672. To our "Brother-of-the-Phin" we say, "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. Fair Winds and Following Seas." Thank you for your service to our country. To the family... "may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you." 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (ESV). Jim Sandman, FTC(SS) Ret, National Chaplain, USSVI. www.jimsandman.com
February 14 / 2024
Annie
I remember Uncle Evan as a distinguished man, with such a nice smile. I enjoyed talking with him on family vacations and at his son Evan’s wedding, a happy occasion. I was so honored that he came to my wedding. Sending my condolences and love.
February 20 / 2024
Leah
Uncle Ev, TY 4 being my giant uncle, navy engineer & cool-Californian who loved his family! Bless this tree's life & the good u planted in our hearts!
February 17 / 2024
Chris Anderson
Malcolm was a good big brother and taught me a lot. He was never afraid to try anything and had a good heart.
February 17 / 2024
Betsy and Henry Blakeman
We are so sorry about Malcolm. Thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Betsy and Henry Blakeman
February 29 / 2024