John Miller Anderson, 88, of Highlands, passed away Monday, February 13, 2017.

Born in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late Gilbert L. Anderson Jr. and Iva Miller Anderson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Gilbert Lee Anderson Jr. John was a US Army veteran, serving during the Korean conflict. He received a bachelor's degree in fine arts from Syracuse University. He was a former member of the American Institute of Interior Designers and owned and operated Carriage House Interiors in Clearwater, FL for over 30 years. John was Presbyterian by faith.

He is survived by his friend and caretaker, Michael M. Murray of Highlands.

A private memorial service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Highlands-Cashiers Humane Society. Mr. Anderson was well known in Highlands for walking his two Springer Spaniels that he adopted from Highlands-Cashiers Humane Society.

Macon Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Online condolences can be made at maconfuneralhome.com