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ANDERSON -- W. A. (BILL) Age 73, born 11/06/1938, passed away on May 22nd, to be with his Lord and Savior. He was preceded in death by his parents Ray and Annie Anderson and by his son Larry Anderson. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Judith Anderson; and by his sons, Steve and his wife Jennifer, and David and his wife Tracylee; and daughter-in-law, Lisa Anderson, wife of Larry. Bill is survived by 12 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, brothers Charley and Albert and sisters Elaine and Loretta and their families; as well as numerous cousins, nephews, nieces and friends. Bill was a life long resident of Albuquerque, he graduated from Albuquerque High School in 1957 and later attended UNM, ASU and Harvard. Bill was a vice president of Southern Union Gas Company in the 60's. He later served as Director of State Hospitals and Institutions and as Secretary of Labor under former Govenor Jerry Apodaca. He went on to become Executive of the Private Industry Council and Regional Director for the U.S. Census Bureau. He and his wife have always been active in their community, owning several restaurants throughout the years. Bill was a Qualifying Real Estate Broker for the past 30 years and was also a certified Real Estate Appraiser for ANCO Realty and Anderson/Connell Apraising, respectively. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Rest in Peace Pop. Mass will be held at John XXIII Catholic Community on 4831 Tramway Ridge N.E. on Friday, May 25th, at 11:00 AM with a reception to follow.
        Published on: Thu May 24, 2012