TOPEKA – Gov. Sam Brownback has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sun-up to sun-down today through Friday to honor the passing of former Gov. John Anderson.

“I am deeply saddened to hear of Governor Anderson’s passing,” Brownback said. “He devoted many years to serving the people of Kansas, and we are grateful for his dedication to our great state. The lieutenant governor and I, along with Mary and Ruth, extend our heartfelt sympathies to Gov. Anderson’s family and friends. They are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”

At the family’s request, all funeral arrangements will be private. Anderson was governor from 1961 to 1965.