William Sutherland (Bill) Anderson

12th January 1941 - 18th October 2020
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ANDERSON, William Sutherland (Bill) 12-1-1941 – 18.10.2020. Sadly passed away peacefully in the care of Salisbury Wing, Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, Invercargill. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Clare for 57 years. Loved son of the late Maisie and William Anderson. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Alison and the late David Hughes (Kawerau) Neil and Denise Anderson (Invercargill). Loved brother-in-law of Yvonne McKerchar (Invercargill) June Fulton (Christchurch) Loved Uncle of his nieces and nephews. In accordance with Bill’s wishes, a private family service will be held. Clare and the family wish to thank Rowena Jackson home for their care and support. Messages to 174 Layard Street or to Bill’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes.  

Messages

Dear Claire so sorry to read of Bills passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Thinking Of you. Trish Murray ❣️🌹
Trish, Invercargill
Hello Clare,
Bills passing reminds us of just how short a time we all have in this life .Both Mary and I have the fondest of memories of times passed as collegues at the Southland Farmers Coop Ltd and with the many social get togethers we had. Our condolences to you and Family Clare .Great memories will remain with us. All the very best ,Mary and Edwin lewis
Edwin and Mary Lewis, Clyde, Central Otago
So sad to read the passing of Bill. You were an amazing man. Thoughts are with Clare and your extended family.
Memories of our Southland Farmers/Reid Farmers golf trips will live on
Pauline and Greg Elder, Invercargill
With sadness I have read of Bill's passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy in your time of grief. I had the honour of being a groomsman in your wedding group 57 years ago. Even though we lost touch over the years I have fond memories of my friendship with you both.
Lloyd Ewan, Christchurch
To Clare, please accept our sympathies on the loss of Bill. We remember fondly days past in the offices of Southland Farmers down in Forth Street, always a cherry hello and time for a chat. Some great characters well remembered. Regards to you and the family. John and Judy Buchanan Mosgiel
Judy Buchanan , Mosgiel
Southland Basketball and all of our members would like to pass on to Clare and to Bill’s extended family our sincere condolences and support after hearing of his passing in the last few days . Bill was a stalwart of our sport , a Life Member and our current Patron and his knowledge and wisdom will be sadly missed by those of us who knew him and those who have benefitted by his input. Take care of yourself Clare and RIP Bill.
Jill Bolger , Invercargill
We were very sad to hear of Bill’s passing. He was a gentle man who gave a lot to Southland Sport. Our thoughts are with Clare and extended family. I had the privilege to work with Bill at Rugby Southland and valued his wisdom and friendship. RIP Bill. Brian and Maree.
Brian and Maree Hopley, Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Uncle Bill you will be sadly missed, the memories we all have as kids coming down for the school holidays will never be forgotten.
Our love and support will be there for Aunty Clare through these tough times.
Thinking about you, say hi to Nana, Grandad and Dad for us please as we we miss them dearly.
Jason, Mel, & Callum Hughes, Kawerau
Bill was true to family links which was always appreciated. my sympathy and regards.
Russell Henderson, Queenstown