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Major Billy L. Anderson USAF, Ret.

Major Billy L. Anderson USAF, Ret. obituary, Riverside, CA

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Billy Anderson Obituary

MAJOR BILLY L. ANDERSON (Retired USAF) W6KPA Born December 13, 1916, in Chautauqua, Kansas, to Fred and Medalene Anderson, left this world for a home prepared for him in heaven on July 23, 2012. Bill is survived by his loving wife of almost 70 years, Dorothy, son Fred and daughter Linda Mattingly (Jay), 5 grandchildren, 15 great-grand-children and 1 great, great grandson, 2 sisters, Carlene Johnson and Jimmie Lu Boucher (Milford) along with many nieces and nephews. Bill was an amateur radio operator (ham) for 65 years and a member of AASC, QCWA and ARRL. Bill and his wife attended Magnolia Center Church of Christ for over 48 years. Bill spent over 26yrs in the military, from the Horse Calvary to Guided Missiles. Full Military Honor Service will be held at Riverside National Cemetery on July 31, 2012, 11:30am, Staging area #3. Arrangements entrusted to Acheson & Graham Mortuary 951) 688-1221. Condolences may be made online at www.achesonandgraham.com

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Published by The Press-Enterprise on Jul. 29, 2012.

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QCWA Chapter #177

August 4, 2012

With our Deepest Sympathy Dorothy and Family. Andy will be missed by many.
With all our love and prayers.

QCWA Chapter #177

Bob & Joyce Wade

August 4, 2012

Dorothy and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Andy was always the gentleman and we will miss him at QCWA and the Breakfasts. I am sure he is chatting with Cliff right now! All our love to you Dorothy, K5JWU
88, W6RTW and W6ADE

July 31, 2012

My heart goes out to the family. Draw close to God and he will draw close to you during this difficult time. James 4:8

Lilly & Lester Solt

July 29, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

July 25, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Anita Outcelt

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