Gerard Ivar Anderson, age 90, of Mansfield, formerly of Canton passed away September 5th at the Wingate at Norton. Born in Boston, he was raised in Dedham and was a Veteran of the Korean War having served in the Army 224th Infantry Regiment 40th Division. He had lived in Canton for over 50 years where he raised his family before moving to Mansfield 12 years ago and worked as Union Inspector M & G Convoy in Framingham for many years before retiring. Beloved husband of the late Margaret E. “Ducky” (Irving). Father of Marion Pulcini and her husband Ralph of Easton, David G. Anderson and his wife Karen of Sharon, and Lisa M. Stier and her husband Larry of Mansfield. Brother of Richard Gustavson of Dedham and the late Herbert Anderson. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Funeral service at the Dockray & Thomas Funeral Home 455 Washington St. Canton Sunday morning at 11 am. Visiting hours prior to the service from Sunday from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Burial private. Donations may be made in his memory to the Canton Veteran’s Service Department 801 Washington St. Canton, MA 02021.