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The Life of GERALD GEORGE ANDERSON

Gerald Anderson, 86, passed away March 6, 2015 at his home. Services will be held at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA with visitation on Wednesday, March 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. and the funeral service on Thursday, March 12 at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens.

Gerald was born July 7, 1928 in Rockford, IL to Beatta (Nelson) and Gerald Anderson. He graduated from North High School in Des Moines and then Drake University. He became a CPA and worked in private practice with offices in Des Moines and in Clear Lake. He was a member of the Iowa Society of CPA’s, a Shriner, Reciprocity Breakfast Club, and St. John’s Lutheran Church. Gerald enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren; golfing, handball, and time spent at Clear Lake.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joan; his daughters, Sandy (Leon) Freeman, and Amy (Scott) Klinkefus; his grandchildren, Parker and Elise Freeman, and Madalyn and Elayna Klinkefus. Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Edith Anderson.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the ALS Association.

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