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Saturday, September 13, 2025
Steven R. Anderson
Steven R. Anderson
Blairstown
We invite you to the celebration of life of Steven R. Anderson, “Crackie”, at The American Legion Hall, 102 Benton St. NE, Blairstown, IA 52209, on Saturday, September 20, from 1-4 p.m.
Crackie (September 20, 1946 - July 5, 2025) was a military veteran serving in Vietnam, Thailand and Laos, avid Harley rider, many knew him from his bar Crackie's Asylum and his cantankerous spirit.
Please come and share your Crackie stories and wear your Harley Shirt.