Donald Edward "DA" Anderson " was called from labor to rest on Saturday March 14, 2020 surrounded by family.

Born to John and Catherine Anderson, both proceeding him in death,  in Gulfport,  Mississippi on September 26, 1959, he was the 3 ^rd of 4 children.

He was a 1978 graduate of Gulfport High School and attended Alcorn State University on a scholarship with a major in Fine Arts. He worked in constructions, roofing and awnings. He loved the Gulfport Harbor, enjoying the fishing and breathtaking views.   He also loved golfing, and was a die hard "WHO DAT" fan.  He had an angelic voice and often whistled sweet melodies.  He loved his family and rarely meet a stranger.  He was funny and witty and if he didn't make you mad, he made you laugh. His prized possessions were his white Converse" Chuck Taylor" High Top sneakers, His Reel and Rods, A picture of his dad often worn around his neck and a

T shirt in memory of his mother that was laid across the seat of the car.  He was a member of the Morning Star Baptist church.

He  is survived by his siblings John "Earl " Anderson, Jr., Jerry "Greg" Anderson, and Kim Q. Burnette. Nieces and nephews,  John III, Jarvis, Shatana, Jared, Jason, Jordan, Mariah and Jharionne.  Great nephews, Jared, Jeremiah, Jason, Jude and Elijah.

Extended family, Dorothy Leonard, Maria Cowart, Kelvin Jefferson and Jane Hughes; special friend/nephew, Darien Johnson, (USN) Retired, San Diego, CA, and all of his dominos, card playing and trash talking buddies.

A public memorial and repast is scheduled for a later date.

"For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us."

Romans 8:18