Marguerite Young Anderson

September 22, 1931 - February 27, 2019

Mrs. Marguerite Young Anderson was born on September 22, 1931 to the late Eddie Young and Arniece Gordon. She transitioned to her heavenly home on February 27, 2019 in Alexandria, LA. Her parents, husband (Preston Anderson) and a brother (Henry Archie Young) preceded her in death. Marguerite was a 1950 graduate of Tim Tippitt High School in West Monroe, LA. She was also a 1956 graduate of Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA. She remained in the south and started her teaching career in Covington, LA. She later returned to Monroe, LA and began teaching at Richwood High School in September 1963. However, when integration started, she was transferred to West Monroe High School where she taught Home Economics. She remained at West Monroe High School until her retirement. She was a life-long member of Calvary Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA (becoming a member in 1949). She was very active with the Missionary Society, the Sunday School and the Crafter’s Club (past president). She also served on the decorating committee. Marguerite was also very active in the community. She was a faithful member of Les Martinique Civic and Social Club (where she served as president numerous times). She was a member of the Arts Council of Northeast Louisiana and the Monroe Symphony League. She also volunteered her time at St. Vincent’s Pharmacy and the Ronald McDonald House. Survivors include her nephews, niece, other family members and her Calvary Baptist Church family.