Thomas Anderson was born on November 29, 1946 in Longview, Texas to the parentage of the late Thomas Anderson and Odessa Anderson. He was educated in the public schools of Dallas, Texas.

Thomas is proceeded in death by his parents, Thomas and Odessa Anderson; brother, Leslie Harold Anderson; and sisters, Elzina Anderson and Pearl Elaine Anderson.

He leaves to mourn his passing and cherish his memories: sister, Linda Daniels (Charles) of Dallas, Texas; brother, Melvin Anderson of Dallas, Texas; two sister-in laws, Ruby Anderson and Deborah Anderson both of Dallas, Texas; nieces, Shonda (Henry), Nikki, Shunta, and Qutina (Tracy); nephews, Jovan, Derrick, and Harold Jr.; and many great nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.