Maxwell Anderson R.I.P.

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ANDERSON, Maxwell Dr. Maxwell Scott Anderson August 26, 1956 - January 14, 2010 On January 14th, 2010 at 3:10pm, Dr. Maxwell Scott Anderson was called home to God's glory in a peaceful rest. He was a native of Chicago, Illinois; moving to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and then to Atlanta, Georgia where he called home for 20 plus years. Dr. Maxwell is survived by his mother Dorothy Anderson of Red Granite, Wisconsin, his loving and devoted sister, Susie Anderson of Chicago, IL, Linda Davidenko (Albert), and Alvin Anderson (Sassy) of Red Granite, Wisconsin and many loving nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many friends who considered him family from an older brother, an uncle, along with being a father figure. Dr. Anderson currently holds a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from Argosy University, along with his Masters and Ph.D in Psychology. He was a pioneer and forerunner for the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, Queer, and Transgender community, being an activist for mental and transgender health issues. His activities also included The Southern Comfort Conference for over 20 years. He had been currently writing his biography and producing a new documentary that would help transitioning persons bridge the gaps between the health care they needed and not settling for second best. This was his life's passion and his work will live on thru the people he entrusted the most to carry the message. He was also a public speaker regarding transgendered issues and health care. His life's passions have won him numerous awards and accolades including Best Picture at the Sundance Film Festival for the documentary Southern Comfort in 2001 and the IFGE Trinity Award. Max's motto which will ring across the nation and around the world is "No one gets left behind." Max will be truly missed by many friends from coast to coast and around the world. Memorial Service is being planned by the Estate Trustees, Franky Capobianco and Wes Quesenberry and will be held at Gentle Spirit Christian Church, 601 W Ponce de Leon Avenue, Decatur, GA officiated by Pastor Paul M. Turner.