Steven Craig Anderson, Sr.

Steven Craig Anderson, Sr., age 68, passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.

Services will be held at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 1701 8th Street SW, Altoona, on Saturday, September 9, 2017. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by funeral services at 12:00 p.m.

Steven was born April 2, 1949, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Donald and Theresa (Ortiz) Anderson. He retired from Consolidated Freightways in 2001 after 32 years of service. Steven loved his family and his grandsons, and all children held a special place in his heart. He was an accomplished artist specializing in pencil drawing and was a classic car enthusiast.

Steven is survived by his wife, Debbie Pettiecord Anderson; children, Stephanie (Paul) Arduser, Leslie Anderson, Steven “Bubba” Anderson, Jr., and Amanda Neppl; and his grandsons, Avery and Tyson. Steven is also survived by his mother, Theresa Anderson; brothers, Michael (Dena) Anderson, Richard (Linda) Anderson, Russell (Kathy) Anderson, Kevin (Bobette) Anderson, and Donald (Nina) Anderson, Jr.; as well as many nieces, nephews, other extended family and beloved friends.

He was preceded in death by his first wife and mother of his children, Susan; father, Donald Anderson, Sr.; and infant sister, Cynthia.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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