Derrold Anderson
February 09, 2015
Derrold Melvin Anderson
Des Moines
Derrold Melvin Anderson was born October 8, 1925 in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of William and Rose (Mofle) Anderson. Derrold grew up in Des Moines and graduated from East High School in 1944 where he qualified for all-state football. He married Dena Osborn on August 20, 1949. Derrold served in the U.S. Marines for four years in Japan. He worked for Bruce Motor Freight for 42 years as a truck driver. Derrold and his wife Dena attended Grandview Park Church and Fellowship Baptist Church for 47 years.
Derrold passed away Monday, February 9, 2015 at his home at the age of 89. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 12, 2015 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 13, also at Hamilton’s, with burial at Avon Cemetery.
He is survived by his sister-in-law, Joan Bales; brother-in-law, Calvin (Dixie) Osborn; daughter-in-law, Karen Berg; sister-in-law, Helen Osborn; and sister-in-law, Vicki Osborn. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Dena and his son, Timothy Anderson.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Grandview Park Baptist School, 1701 East 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
JerryC
02/17/2015
My condolences to the Anderson family .May your memories with Derrold bring joy in your heart and comfort knowing the love and support he had from the family and friends. Find peace in knowing that Jehovah has Derrold in his memory and has a reward for him in John 5:28,29 a future promise for the loved one.
Karen Anderson Berg
02/13/2015
Derrold was the best father-in-law a person could ever have. He cared for me, wrote me notes, and sent gifts to let me know he cared. He loved the Lord with his whole heart. He is now joined with Dena and Tim and I know he is happy. I will greatly miss our weekly phone conversations and your voice. Derrold, give Dena and Tim a hug from me. All my love, Karen