Mrs. Ophelia T. Anderson

February 14, 1944 - February 12, 2016

Ophelia Thweatt was born February 14, 1944 in Disputanta, VA, to the late Milton and Addie Thweatt. She was introduced to the Lord at an early age and was baptized at Union Branch Baptist Church in Prince George, VA. Ophelia was educated in the Prince George County, VA public school system, graduating from JEJ. Moore High School. She moved to her adopted hometown of Alexandria, VA over 50 years ago, where she met and married the love of her life of over 46 years, Raymond Edward Anderson. This union birthed three sons Bruce, Erik, and Raymond “Andy”, Jr. Ophelia joined Ebenezer Baptist Church and was a dedicated member for over 40 years. She loved her church and church family. Ophelia was an active member, participating in various ministries; Dorcas Club, Usher Board, Ebenezer Women’s Ecumenical Choir, and Sister’s with a Purpose (SWAP). She was also very supportive of the Children’s and Youth Ministry. Ophelia was employed with Western Electric (AT&T) in Arlington, VA until they relocated. She continued her employment by accepting a job with the Alexandria Public School System. Ophelia worked at T.C. Williams High School for 20 years, as a hall monitor/school security. She was well liked and respected by the many students and faculty she worked with throughout the years. Ophelia retired from the school system in June, 2010. After a few years she returned to work for the school system as a bus monitor for disabled children. Her warm smile and caring nature endured her to the children as well as her coworkers. Ophelia also worked as a teacher’s assistant and group leader for the Campagna Center. Ophelia aka “GG” (Gorgeous Grandma) to her grandkids and family was a kind and gentle person who always welcomed people with a smile. She was always willing to help anyone. GG loved to talk, offer advice and words of wisdom. She enjoyed gardening and took pride in the appearance of the beautiful flowers and plants in her garden. In her spare time she enjoyed word searches puzzles and solitaire (the only time she turned on the computer :-). GG loved her family unconditionally and was a pillar of strength for the entire family. GG loved her “6Granz”. She was supportive of all their activities and boasted with pride about their accomplishments. She was truly a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. In the early morning hours on Friday February 12, 2016, God made the call and she answered. She peacefully entered eternal rest at her residence. GG leaves to cherish and honor her memory, her loving and devoted husband Raymond E. Anderson, Sr; three sons: Bruce, Erik (Donna), Raymond “Andy”, Jr. (Maria); six grandchildren: Brittany Master, Ian Baylor, Brianna Harvey, Kyra Anderson, Erik Anderson II, and Asa Anderson; four brothers: Roosevelt Thweatt (Gloria), John Thweatt (Sammie), Fred Thweatt (Janet), Clarence Thweatt (Mattie); three sisters: Addie “Evorn” Thweatt, Mildred Thweatt, and Blanche Thweatt-Stephens (Bernard); mother-in-law Loretta Anderson; five sisters-in-law: Dorothy Nicholson, Elizabeth Spriggs (Thomas), Kathleen Thweatt, Francine Thweatt, and Harriet Thweatt; one God-daughter, Kaisha Caple and “adopted” daughter La Donna Williams, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in passing by her parents, Milton and Addie Thweatt; sister Lottie Bass; four brothers: James Thweatt, Charles Thweatt, Alexander Thweatt, William Thweatt; and two sister-in-laws Jean Thweatt and Charlene Thweatt. Ophelia demonstrated remarkable strength and faith in God until He gave His Angel her wings to fly away. Well Done, GG, Well Done!