February 27, 1928 - October 5, 2014
William J. "Bill" Andersen, 86, of Richfield, MN, died on October 5, 2014. Preceded in death by son, Joe (Sara). Survived by the love of his life, partner and wife of 59 years, Lois; his beloved children, Mary Pat (Russell Smith), Beth (Scott Alpaugh), Paul (Karen Kooda), Martha (Dan Conners), Rob (Ann), Amy (Tony Baregi); his cherished 19 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; many in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends.
A generous, thoughtful man, Bill collected friends with his indomitable spirit, love of family, sports, the 4 "A"s, zany sense of humor, and above all, his faith in God. Bill's generous spirit was captured in his devotion to St. Thomas Academy and University of St. Thomas, his dedication to various charities, and his strong support of youth athletics as a participant, coach and long time referee.
The family would like to thank the staff at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis for the care they gave to Bill over the years.
Visitation (9:00 A.M.) and Funeral Mass (11:00 A.M.) to be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2014, at the Church of the Assumption, 305 E. 77th St., Richfield, MN. Private burial to follow at a later date.
Memorials preferred to the University of St. Thomas or St. Thomas Academy.
Lois, we are so sorry for your loss. Bill was a great friend to our Dad, Gerry. He will be missed. You and your family are in our prayers.
I saw Mr Andersen’s obituary while looking up another obituary. I saw his picture and many memories of him coaching Martha and my girls softball team came to mind. He was such an encouraging, kind coach. He made it so fun for our whole team. How he put up with all the silly giggling girls and managed to teach us anything is a mystery. Please know that your Dad will be remembered by many like me for all he gave to our childhood. He was a good man! I’m so sorry for your loss. Your family was blessed to have him. May God’s comfort fill your hearts during this time of missing him so very much.
janet wesselman would like to say she is sad and sorry to miss the service, as she was unaware. she asks 1 of bill’s kids to please reach out to her as she wishes to contact lois. you can reach jeff wesselman @ 952.913.3224.
We just learned of Bill’s death! Janet would have liked to have been at the funeral. I don’t know how to reach your MOM . Martha, Amy, Beth, or Mary Pat, can you send me a address or phone number please? I’m at 623-670-1980