Bill Anderson, 78, of Altura, MN died at Lake Winona Manor on Wednesday, November 15.
Bill was born on September 6, 1939 to Andrew and Hulda (Nielson) Anderson. On June 6, 1964 he married Gladys Budde. She preceded him in death on February 20, 2006. Bill was a teacher at Lewiston-Altura for 33 years after serving in the Air Force for four years.
Bill was a Boy Scout leader of 26 Year. He achieved the Silver Beaver award as a scoutmaster. He was a member of the Jaycees and the vice president of the Minnesota Chapter in 1978. Following his time with the Jaycees, he joined the Lions Club. Bill was a baseball and football coach as well as an avid golfer. He achieved two hole in ones during his life. Bill and Gladys loved traveling with Butch and Linda. They saw all 50 states.
He is survived by one son, Brian (Karla) Anderson; one daughter, Kris (Earl Hammell) Anderson; one grandson, David Anderson.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys; parents; son, John.
A visitation for Bill will be held from 4-7 PM, Monday, November 20 at Our Savor Moravian Church in Altura with the funeral being held at 11 AM on Tuesday November 21. Interment at Hebron Moravian Cemetery, Altura.