William (Bill) J. Anderson
June 28, 1927 ~ September 30, 2010
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Arden~ William (Bill) J. Anderson died peacefully Thursday, September 30, 2010 at Mission Hospital.
Bill was born in Morristown, N.J. on June 28, 1927 to George Edward and Orcelia Seath Anderson. He was raised in New York and attended Brooklyn Poly Tech before joining the Navy during WWII. Bill's career as an electrical engineer took him from General Electric, Northrup and Highland Hospital. He volunteered for the Asheville Chamber of Commerce and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Bill was married to Edna Nebel Anderson for 61 years. Bill and Edna enjoyed square and round dancing for almost 50 years and they were also members of the Skyland Twirlers.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Jeff and Kathy.
A reception for Bill will be held Friday, October 8, 2010 for friends and family from 2:00-3:30 pm in the Grill Room at Ardenwoods, 2400 Appalachian Blvd. Arden, N.C. 28704.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association P.O. Box 5216 Glen Allen, Virginia 23058-5216
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
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I knew Bill and Edna from Highland Hospital, where I worked for a while, but my mother Betsy Wilkerson spent many years employed there. Bill and Edna are unforgetable people. So generous, kind, and caring. I hope the family will find comfort in knowing that the Lord does have a plan for families to be together after this life here has passed. Families are for time and eternity, in God’s mansion we shall reside when we leave this old earth.
Edna- sorry to hear about Bill….we did have some fun times at Highland over the years…..went though the by-pass during that time…. and then the sale and closure of the Hospital…
If I can do anything for you please let me know… Tom DeMartini, 674-0613
Edna, so very sorry to hear about Bill. He was such a wonderful, caring man and a very good friend. He will be greatly missed by all those whose lives he touched. Highland Hospital would not have been the same without him.
Please let me know if there is any way I can be of help to you. Jan Stroud Fine. 828-230-5987
Bill volunteered and worked part time at the Chamber of Commerce visitor center for more than twenty years, much longer than any other! He taught us all a lot about life and enjoying it to the fullest. Bill, I’ll miss you, my friend.
EDNA, SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BILL. YOU ALL WERE GREAT NEIGBORS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND URE FAMILY.
Dear Edna, I enjoyed so much visiting with you and Bill in your home before you moved to Arden. What a wonderful man he is, and how lucky you are to have shared your dancing life together. A lifetime of collecting memories – what a capable, charming and thoughtful companion. My best to you, Heather Masterton
Dear Edna,
I’m so sorry to hear about Bill. I always think of him as one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. I had the pleasure of working with him at Highland Hospital and dancing with him with the Skyland Twirlers. You have my deepest sympathy. Gail Marshall
Edna, words cannot say what I feel.I am so very proud of having the opportunity to know you and Bill.Your lives are an inspiration for all of us. Dancing with you both has been a highlight in my life.If I can help in any way call me.Love Virgina Ponder Skyland Twirlers
Mrs. Anderson, Kathy & Jeff
I am very sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Anderson as a true gentleman and kind and caring person. I will always remember your family’s kindness as I was growing up.I am still in the area and would love to visit when the time is right. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Edna, I was so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. I will miss him Sunday mornings at the Visitor Center.
We sre so sorry for your loss, I (Linda) worked with Bill and Edna at Highland Hospital for several years and Bill was a wonderful, careing man, a beautiful couple. Our thoughts and prays are with you and your family, we are here for you.
Jim and Linda Wallace
Edna, So sorry to hear about Bill. He was a terrific person. I loved working with him on Sundays and Wednesday afternoons. I will miss him very much! May God be with you and your family.
Kathy, I am very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. If there is anything you need, please do not hesitate to reach out. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Edna, I was sorry to read about Bill’s death in the paper. I know how much you will miss him. George and I certainly enjoyed our round dancing lessons from the two of you. The Skyland Twirlers won’t be the same. Betty Thum
I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was such a nice man. He was a good volunteer here at the Asheville Chamber of Commerce. We are going to miss his sweet smile. Please know you will be in my prayers. May God be with you as you go through this time.
Edna, So very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Both of you meant a lot to me during our time at Highland as you made work an enjoyable time during those years to many, many staff. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Both of you are so special to me. I enjoyed seeing you come into the Chamber and the shop. Bill would always have a funny comment whenever I went to speak to him at the Information Desk, or when he would come into the shop. I will miss his wonderful smile, his keen sense of humor, and working with him here at the Chamber. You are in my thoughts and prayers today as you go through this difficult period.
Edna and family, it was a shock to hear of Bills passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If we can do anything please let us know. (828-582-2632)