William Anderson

William D. "Bill" Anderson, age 61 of Grey Eagle formerly of Sauk Centre, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 at his home in Grey Eagle, Minnesota.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 25 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Mitchell Bechtold officiating and Rev. Vince Lieser concelebrating. Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery.

Family and friends may attend the visitation prior to Mass from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church to celebrate the life of a wonderful husband, father, brother, and son.

Bill Anderson was born October 20, 1953 in Sauk Centre, Minnesota to Alex "Gus" Jr. and Irma (Hagedorn) Anderson. Bill attended schools in Tucson, Arizona and Sauk Centre; graduating in 1972. On October 18, 1985, Bill married Jean (Kraker) Anderson at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Melrose where they were later blessed with two beautiful children, Blake and Kayla. While attending school in Arizona, Bill was a member of the renown traveling Tucson Arizona Boys Chorus. Following graduation, Bill enjoyed putting his green thumb to work at Anderson Florist, the family business. Bill began his career at John Wiese Ford; retiring thirty-five years later as a top salesman.

Bill was a very humble man who appreciated the simple things in life such as spending time on the lake, gardening, playing card games, writing poems, and relaxing in the sun. Above all, Bill's greatest joy was his family. Bill was known for his quick wit, sense of humor, love of conversation, and storytelling. He will be remembered for the twinkle in his eyes, warm smile, and unconditional love for his family, friends, and pets.

Survivors include, Jean; children, Blake (fiancé, Jackie Shea) of St. Cloud and Kayla (special friend, Sean Kerin) of Grey Eagle; mother, Irma Anderson of Sauk Centre; three brothers, James (Barbara) Anderson of Sauk Centre, Charles (Nancy) Anderson of Sauk Centre, and John Anderson of Alexandria; two sisters, Cheryl (Jerry) Keller of Nashua and Janet Anderson of Sauk Centre; and many loving nieces, nephews, and in-laws.

He was preceded in death by his father, Alex "Gus" Anderson Jr.; brother, Bob Anderson; and niece, Bethany Keller.

May Bill find his eternal home in the dwelling places of heaven and may God provide his soul with everlasting peace. Bill is so loved, always remembered, and will always be dear to our hearts.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.