Vanessa G. Anderson-McInturf, 64, of Sandwich, Illinois passed away on Monday, April 20, 2020 at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, Illinois. Vanessa was born on August 23, 1955 in Sandwich, Illinois the daughter of Robert and Beverly (Denman) Anderson of Somonauk, IL.
Vanessa attended and graduated from Somonauk Schools. She grew up on a farm in Somonauk. She loved all animals (especially boxers), driving the tractor and riding horses. She did a lot of babysitting. It was fun for her and the children.
After school graduation, Vanessa worked at Sandwich Hospital, CTS Knights, Yorkville Veterinary Clinic for 20 years, and the Kendall County Record.
On August 26, 1992 she married Richard McInturf at the Somonauk Union Congregational Church. Vanessa was lifetime member of the Union Congregational Church and was very active in the ladies Sunshine Band. She was a willing servant on many committees.
After Vanessa was married, she and Rick hosted many family pool parties. They enjoyed visiting South Padre Island in the winter to visit Vanessa’s parents. Antique car shows were a fun pass time that they enjoyed together.
They watched the “Food Network” and she shared her love of preparing food with her family and friends.
Left to cherish memories of Vanessa are her mother, Beverly Anderson; her siblings, Valerie (Gary) Chase, Linda (Carl) Wilson, Brad (Deb) Anderson and 17 nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Anderson (Trigger) and her husband Rick McInturf (Apple).
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Union Congregational Church 305 S. Gage St. PO Box 275 Somonauk, IL 60552 or to the Donor’s choice. Arrangements were entrusted to Turner-Eighner Funeral Home in Somonauk, IL. For more information or to sign the online guest book go to
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