William L. "Bill" Anderson

William L. Anderson, 76, passed away March 3, 2024 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.

Bill was born March 5, 1947 to Lyle and Ladona (Davis) Anderson in Des Moines, Iowa. He graduated from Montezuma High School in 1965 and attended Drake University. Anxious to begin his business career, Bill purchased and operated Roosevelt Bootery for over 20 years. During the 1980’s, a homebuilding business, A&H Construction, accompanied the retail operation. The companies then transitioned into the commercial real estate development firm, Anderson Properties, Inc.

In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing and golfing trips with his friends. Being with family and taking family trips always made him happy. He thoroughly enjoyed taking the time to mentor people with his business acumen.

Bill is survived by his son, Mark (Melissa) Anderson and their children, Madison and Mackenzie Anderson; daughter, Amy Anderson (Darrell Dykstra) and their children, Corbin Peck, Braxton Peck, Abby Dykstra and Elizabeth Crees (Branden); his former wife of 43 years, Mary Anderson; and brother, Danny Anderson.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, William Thomas Anderson.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Life. Church Des Moines, 15915 Hickman Road in Clive. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 8th also at the church. Private family burial at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the "Bill Anderson Memorial Fund" to be distributed to The First Tee, the Urbandale and Grimes Fire and Police Departments, and various other charities in Bill’s honor.

Condolences of sympathy may be expressed to the family at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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