Rodney David Anderson
March 02, 2011
Rodney David Anderson, 40, lost his battle with cancer on March 3, 2011, surrounded by his family at Mercy Medical Center.
Rod was born on August 5, 1970 in Des Moines, Iowa. He was raised by his adopted parents, Marietta and Dave Anderson.
Rod graduated from West Des Moines Valley High School in 1989, and earned a degree in Business Management from Upper Iowa University in 1997.
In 1994, Rod married Dawn Cunningham-Kane. Their son David was born in 1997.
Rod was the owner of Net Image Group, and worked as a web developer for Wells Fargo in West Des Moines.
His passion for cooking led the family to form Buster Dog BBQ and they spent the summers competing around the Midwest. In addition, he enjoyed smoking cigars with friends at the local cigar club, watching the Kansas City Chiefs and New York Yankees.
Rod is survived by his wife Dawn; son David; sisters, Jill Motroni and Christine Hudouto; mothers, Marietta Anderson and Charlene Jacobsen; plus countless other family and friends. Rod was preceded in death by his father, David Oakley Anderson.
Services will be at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway with visitation on Friday, March 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. and the funeral on Saturday, March 5 at 12 noon. Burial will follow at Glendale Cemetery in Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to an education and scholarship fund for Rod and Dawn’s son, David. Online condolences may be made at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Andy and Mary Cleghorn
03/04/2011
Dawn and David,
We are so sorry for your loss. Rod was a good friend and a great help in BBQ for us. Your family's strength through this entire ordeal has been an inspiration to many. It has let us look back at ourselves and understand was is really important. Know that you all will be in our thoughts and prayers as the healing continues. Please remember that if there is anything either of us can do, just let us know.
Andy and Mary Cleghorn
Jennifer Peterson
03/03/2011
Dawn and David,
Words cannot express the thoughts my heart would like to say regarding Rod's passing. Dawn, just know that I am thinking of you and David. May you receive strength, peace, and comfort through this journey you have been given.
Prayers and blessings being sent to you,
Jenn
Matt Burt / Phat Jack's BBQ
03/03/2011
We are so sorry to hear of Rod's passing and send our condolences and prayers of comfort during this difficult time.
Matt Burt/ Phat Jack's BBQ
The Dale Family
03/03/2011
Your family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort knowing that Rod is up in heaven watching over you and no longer feeling any discomfort. I am sorry for your loss.
Joe Dale and Family.
Melissa Rounds
03/03/2011
It was an honor to have worked with Rod. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
William W Gage
03/03/2011
So sorry to hear this news....our prayers are with you!
Jerry Von Sprecken and Lyn Anderson
03/03/2011
Dawn and David -
Our hearts break for you both. We are here to support you in anyway we can.
Rod was a wonderful friend and we will all miss him.
The Torchia Family
03/03/2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time - Our most sincere condolences - The Torchia Family (Christopher Torchia - Wells Fargo)
Brian Sweeney
03/03/2011
I am so sorry to hear of Rod's passing. Godspeed to Rod and peace to his family.