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Selden William "Bill" Anderson III

1938 - 2016

Selden Anderson Obituary

Selden

William "Bill"

Anderson III



Selden William "Bill" Anderson III, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2016 in Hudson, Ohio. He was born on February 7, 1938 in Akron, Ohio to Mary (nee Sadler) and Selden William Anderson Jr. He was educated at Old Trail School, University School, Hudson High School and Heidelberg College. After serving in the Air Force for four years in both Japan and Thailand he returned to work for and became president of the Anderson Rubber Company, which was founded in Akron, Ohio by his grandfather in 1910. He retired and moved with his wife,

Karen, to live for several years in Charlottesville, VA where they enjoyed friends, cousins and the University of Virginia Cavaliers. They returned to their beloved Hudson in 2009 to the delight of their many friends.

Bill's first love was always his dear family who survive him; wife, Karen (nee Fraelich) and daughter, Elizabeth Turner Anderson of West Palm Beach, Florida. He was an enthusiastic forty year member of the Hudson Volunteer Fire Dept and retired as Assistant Chief. He also was a member of the local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) where he spent many Sundays with his fellow veterans watching the Browns games and enjoying a few beers.

Bill was much loved, a kind and loyal friend always full of quips and bringing humor to any situation. He was quite simply the life of the party and could quickly fill a room with a booming laugh and a warm smile.

He is also survived by his sister, Nancy Anderson Shepard of Blue Bell Pa; nieces and nephews and many cousins.

A service in celebration of Bill's life will be held on Friday, August 26, 2016 at 1pm at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 55 Atterbury Boulevard, Hudson, Ohio 44236.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Jul. 25, 2016.

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Denise Seely

July 25, 2016

I was fortunate enough to meet Bill in Florida during a visit with his daughter Beth. I'm still smiling , remembering his quick wit and kind hearted spirit His loving relationship with Beth touched my heart , a father/ daughter connection that was truly one in A million !!!!

Larry & Sue (Emrick) Huelsman

July 25, 2016

Dear Karen and family, Nancy and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We are saddened by the news of Bill's passing, but reflect on memories of years long past. May your memories be precious as you share them together.

Donna Toyaga Jovich

July 25, 2016

My deepest condolences to the family.

Bill was my first boss when I graduated HS in 1972 and I learned much working in the office at the company until 1974. I have many fond memories of my time there.

You are in my thoughts and prayers and may your memories bring you much comfort.

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