His second studio LP, Bill Anderson Sings (1964), reached the top ten of the country albums chart. She highlighted 2004's "Whiskey Lullaby" as an example. Because right now, I just don't understand.Rest In Peace my sweet, wonderful, beautiful, and oh so special lady. I knew that night I had to get a job as a disc jockey", he recalled. William Anderson. William L. Anderson, Sr., "Bill", 72, of Coatesville, PA, passed away Friday, July 8, 2022 at home, surrounded by his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife . A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. '"[132], Anderson also created a musical style as a recording artist. However, Anderson believed the song could be a success and its demo was then recorded at ten o'clock on a weeknight. Too bad most of it is so boring to listen to", Chadbourne concluded. The couple remained married for ten years. Chet Flippo of Country Music Television called it "a terrific album of country and gospel songs done up with bluegrass instrumentation". In 1976, the Turner-Anderson pairing had a number one hit with the song, "Sometimes". He was loved and cherished by many people including : his parents, Peter Anderson and Nancy Anderson (Fill); his wife Toni; his children, Frank and Theresa; his children-in-law, Kristin and Chad; his grandchildren, Brandon, Tyler, Ryan, Katie, Hailey and Callie; his brother Robert; his niece Christine; and his nephew Scott. I have a lot of faith and I believe God's hand is in everything that happens in this old world, BUT.The first thing I'm going to do when I get to Heaven is ask Him to explain this one to me. Filming was later moved to the General Electric Broadcasting Facility in Nashville, Tennessee. William Charles Anderson died Jan. 6, 2023, eight days before his 93rd birthday. Anderson also continued recording into the 1990s. [102] Anderson recalled the excitement of winning the accolade in his autobiography: "I jumped up and hugged Brad and knocked his white western hat from his head. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. William Michael Harrelson Obituary. [32] His 1966 studio release reached number one on the same chart. This included projects of gospel and bluegrass material. Copyright 2019 All rights reserved. They first met when she was 19 years old, and she was actually married to his guitar player. [36] His next self-written release would also become his third number one hit, entitled "I Get the Fever". Please return to this memorial page shortly before 12:00 p.m. Thursday, February 23, 2023, and click on the link below. He was known as a veteran, machinist, engineer, friend, and loving family man. Bill Anderson had been an integral part of Classical FM starting in 1995 until he retired . He was born Aug. 11, 1934 in Washington D.C., a son of the late Theodore LeRoy and Margaret Bowen Anderson. Luella "Lu" Ann Ferguson Meaux of Oak Harbor, WA passed away at age 93 on January 21, 2023 in residence at Summer Hill Assisted Living under Whidbey Health Hospice care. To see this page as it is meant to appear, please enable your Javascript! She was born on December 6, 1957 in Honolulu, Hawaii to William Deering and Margaret Trout. We are sad to announce that on January 12, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Bill Anderson (Lebanon, Tennessee), born in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Bill was born in Eugene, Ore., on May 21, 1940, the only son of parents Charles and Helen Anderson. [6], In high school, Anderson and his friends formed their own band and won a school talent contest. In an interview with Ken Burns, Anderson recalled writing the song on a hotel roof: "I was up there one night in 1957 I was nineteen years old and I managed to write the 'bright array of city lights as far as I can see'", he recalled. His parents were George Rhea and Hessie Burke Anderson. She was raised in the Chicago area, where she met her husband . We are sad to announce that on January 12, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Bill Anderson (Lebanon, Tennessee), born in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. A funeral service will be held Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 12:00 Noon at the Spanish Fork Fourth Ward LDS Church, 353 East 400 North, Spanish Fork, Utah 84660. Jodi K. Waugh. [57] That year, his 36th studio offering entitled Fine Wine was released. The album represented a traditional country style, which Anderson called his most traditional effort yet. Author Kurt Wolff called his early compositions "cute and sentimental", citing "Po' Folks" and "I Love You Drops" to be examples of this style. The single became Shepard's first top-ten hit in four years and she had further top-twenty hits that decade with Anderson-penned compositions. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. The first thing Im going to do when I get to Heaven is ask Him to explain this one to me. She died in January 2019. He won awards from several major music publications including Billboard, Cashbox and Music Reporter. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Anderson began writing songs again in the early 1990s for the next generation of country performers. Anderson's first Decca released was issued in December 1958 called "That's What It's Like to Be Lonesome". In the 1960s, Brenda Lee recorded Anderson's "My Whole World Is Falling Down". [41] He began diversifying his album releases during this period with the recording of a gospel LP, I Can Do Nothing Alone, in 1967[42] and a holiday LP, Christmas, in 1969. [1] In 1980, he appeared on two episodes of the ABC soap opera One Life to Live, portraying a fictionalized version of himself. Siblings, Norma Howard and Donny (Sandy) Anderson. Anderson began songwriting again after obtaining the new position. However, he was fired after playing country records over the air and was then hired at WJJC in Commerce, Georgia. Anderson was inspired to write his 1963 composition, "Still", after encountering an ex-girlfriend while promoting a song. I wish each one of you who is reading this could have known my sweet Vickie.She was the kindest, gentlest, classiest, most compassionate, giving and loving person I have ever known.Sadly, she left us and went home to Heaven todayyears before it should have been her time to go.I met her when she was only 19-years old and married to the guitar player in my band. Bill, or Buddy as he was . This was followed by his first number-one hit, "Mama Sang a Song". [35] Steve Huey of Allmusic called his voice "airy" and "gentle". The song ultimately brought him to Nashville where both his songwriting and recording career began. He would talk to all the kids in the neighborhood so when he was outside, they would always shout out Hi, Bill to him. William was born November 7, 1938. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. He continues to write and to record, his latest release being vocal and instrumental versions of some of his best known songs, titled "Bill Anderson - The Hits Re-Imagined." He was raised and educated in Galesburg graduating from Galesburg High School in 1965 and later Browns Business College. [138], Anderson's country-pop crossover hit from 1963 that signified his style as a recording artist and performer, Anderson's 1978 uptempo hit that exhibited a new musical shift towards. [115] He remained with Fandango until 1989. On the independent Southern Tracks label, he released Southern Fried in 1983. Billboard gave the record a favorable review which stated, "At 82, Anderson brings a gravitas to the heavier songs and a lightheartedness to tunes like "Po Folks" with a low-key production that keeps the focus squarely on Anderson and his delivery. When she was first diagnosed, Bill wrote a song called Until The Light Comes On Again, and he shared the video with the world for the first time today. It is with great sadness to say that William Dean Anderson, beloved Son, Brother, Father and Uncle passed away on January 18, 2023 together with the love of his life . In 2008, the Academy of Country Music honored him with their inaugural Poets Award. [8] Anderson's strong interest in baseball continued through high school as well. Join us on this live stream of the service from 11am. [15], In 1960, "The Tip of My Fingers" became his first top ten hit on the country chart, reaching number seven in August 1960. Hanna, Kyle, JP, Elise, Liam and Avery. He was a member of Corryton Church for over 60 years. [102] Later that decade, Anderson collaborated with other writers to compose "Joey" for the country duo Sugarland. [93], Anderson began co-writing more frequently during the 1990s. William L. Anderson, 85 years old, passed away on Wednesday October 12, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. [1][35] The new sound was reflected in his latest albums and singles. Anderson was involved in the show's inner workings, including helping to develop the scoring system. The roles were supposed to have been reversed. Bill had . [130], As a songwriter, Anderson has composed a variety of material. "[134], In 1975, Anderson was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. 353 East 400 North [78], Anderson also wrote several hits for Connie Smith. WILLIAM ANDERSON OBITUARY. [45] A series of uninterrupted top ten hits followed his early 1970s albums. I will miss you forever.Bill, Posted by Bill Anderson on Wednesday, January 16, 2019, Doris J. Pope, 95, of Burnside, Illinois, passed away at 1:40 p.m. Monday, February 20, 2023 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois. [35], In the mid 1980s, Anderson shifted his professional interests. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Obituary. [35] Changes at the label continued when his longtime producer (Owen Bradley) was replaced by Buddy Killen. More chemoexperimental drugsholistic procedureswe tried anything and everything to try and keep it at bay. 1 of 2. . Anderson's father was an insurance agent while his mother was a homemaker. [25] The track was also his first single to become a hit on the Billboard easy listening chart, reaching number three that June. [60] He began taking new artistic directions with his next studio release, A Lot of Things Different (2001). This memorial website was created in memory of William Anderson, 84, born on June 22, 1898 and passed away on November 0, 1982. Both . [74] The single peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 in August 1963. Share Your Memories and Sympathies and Join the Bereaved! Feb 28, 2023 Updated Feb 28, 2023. [82] Other pop artists to record Anderson's material included James Brown, Aretha Franklin and Dean Martin. We will remember him forever. [55] The album's title track was issued as a single, but did not chart in any Billboard music publications. [15], Anderson's writing and recording career both slowed down at the same time. His longtime duet partner, Jan Howard, left his record label and road show. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Anderson, 86, gave crucial care to patients, community, world - Dr. William M. Anderson III whose lifelong sense of curiosity and quest to understand this world and its people allowed him to find a rare balance between work and home, adventure and service, and science and humanities died early morning Nov. 13 at his home in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, with . Born on July 21, 1921, in Atlanta, Ga., to William A. Anderson Sr. and Mary Avery, Dr. Anderson graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta, Ga., in 1938 and completed his baccalaureate degree at the Tuskegee Institute in Tuskegee, Ala., in 1942. Both parents met while serving in the U.S. Navy during WWI. Ken passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on February 25, 2023. Curbie Don (Donnie) Anderson,78, of Clarksville, died Friday, February 24, 2023, at his home with his loved ones by his side. Send flowers. [1] Anderson's first studio release of the decade was 1992's Country Music Heaven, issued on Curb Records. Mr. Anderson was born in the original Providence Hospital on September 10, 1942 to W.F. Former Anderson Community Schools food services bookkeeper Carla Burke was sentenced Monday to 28 months in federal prison after an audit found she redirected $976,773 in vendor payments to herself. Would you like to offer Bill Andersons loved ones a condolence message? [1] Ken Burns of PBS called him an "acclaimed singer-songwriter". [24] It also became his second single to reach the Billboard Hot 100, but was his first (and only) successful crossover hit there, reaching number eight in June 1963. He is survived by his wife, Patty Anderson. It was while he was still in school that he began performing and writing songs. [26] The song's success led to the 1963 release of Anderson's debut studio album of the same name. Anderson, IN (46016) Today. We never married, we never lived together, but she became my everything from that moment forward.When she was first diagnosed with cancer in 2016, it rocked both our worlds. [47] With Killen, Anderson's musical sound shifted from Nashville Sound ballads towards uptempo Countrypolitan tunes. It wasn't supposed to be this way. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Anderson accepted and joined the program the same year. In 2002, Broadcast Music, Inc. named Anderson its first country music songwriting Icon, placing him alongside R&B legends Little Richard, Chuck Berry, Bo Diddley, and James Brown as the only recipients of that prestigious award. A stalwart mainstay of The New Classical FM for over 25 years, legendary radio broadcaster Bill Anderson has died. Map, Thursday afternoon, February 23, 2023 (440) 899-5356. I did it all . He was born on Jan. 14, 1930, to William M & Alice (Orfgen) Anderson. William "Billy" E. Hawk GOOSE CREEK - William "Billy" E. Hawk, 85, of Goose Creek, husband of Ruth D. (Anderson) Hawk, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at Veteran's Victory House in Walterboro. [134] He was ranked among the "100 Greatest Country Artists of All Time" in a 2017 list compiled by Rolling Stone. Funeral arrangement under the care ofSellars Funeral Home at Mt. However, several individual restaurants encountered financial struggles, which resulted in legal fees that Anderson had to pay. [12], Anderson graduated from college in 1959. "I let a lot of young kids tell me a lot of things, and I benefited from that, greatly", he recounted. Bradley agreed and the duo released their first single in 1965. "[131] Kevin John Coyne of Country Universe cited Anderson's songwriting as the center of his legacy: "It's been Bill Anderson's songwriting that's kept him topping the country charts for decades longer than even his most successful contemporaries. [119] Anderson signed a three-year contract with the restaurant company to serve as their national spokesperson, appearing in radio and television commercials. In the city, he brought compositions for artists and producers to record. (82 years old). The couple filed a lawsuit against the driver who had crashed into Becky's vehicle. This included making national television appearances on shows such as American Bandstand, where he performed his follow-up crossover hit "810". He began a brief television career in California. [75] That same year, Lefty Frizzell recorded Anderson's "Saginaw, Michigan". However, Anderson declined the offer after realizing that his family would be upset if he did not attend college. I wrote a song for her, telling her that I would walk with her through the darkness, "Until The Light Comes On Again." [80] Smith's career was further facilitated by Anderson, who wrote many of her follow-up hits such as "Then and Only Then", "Cincinnati, Ohio" and "I Never Once Stopped Loving You". A visitation for Bill will be held Monday, December 19,2022 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Tobias Funeral Home, 3970 Dayton Xenia Road, Beavercreek, Ohio, followed by a funeral service at 12:00 PM. [91] "Which Bridge to Cross" was released as a single by Gill in 1994 and became a major hit, peaking at number four on the Billboard country chart. Anderson, William "Bill" Age 81 from Fountain Valley, CA formerly from Minneapolis. but it wasn't easy'), the author does justice to a powerful story", reviewers commented. On his 1983 studio release, Southern Fried, he wrote three of the record's tracks. [17] The song would later be recorded and made hits individually by Eddy Arnold, Roy Clark, Jean Shepard and Steve Wariner. grandfather. (Photo by Frank Mullen/WireImage) They first met when she was 19 years old, and she was actually married to his guitar player. The song was written during an exchange the pair had while out to breakfast. After graduating high school, he served in the U.S. Navy for four years before returning to Oregon and becoming a graduate of the University of Oregon. In his 2016 autobiography, Anderson described his childhood as "average", recalling that he "never went to bed hungry" even though the family did not have many material possessions. William (Bill) Rupert Anderson passed away February 18, 2023 after a painful journey with cancer. It included his own version of Brad Paisley's "Whiskey Lullaby", along with his own compositions. WILLIAM ANDERSON OBITUARY. Great grandchildren, Murphy Anderson and Nova Gibson. "We never married, we never lived together, but she became my everything", Anderson later remembered. [39] In 1968, the pair had their first major hit with the duet "For Loving You". At the age of nineteen, he composed the country classic, City Lights, and began rapidly carving his place in musical history. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Obituary. [1] In April 1963, it reached number one on the Billboard country and western songs chart. After they got a divorce, she remarried and lived on the East Coast with her husband for seventeen years. She went through chemotherapy and radiation and was able to go back to work (she was the head tailor at the finest men's store in Nashville), and we thought the worst was behind us. Pendleton Center Phone: (864) 651-2121 Fax: (864) 645-9333 1001 S. Mechanic Street, PO Box 121 Pendleton, SC 29670. [9] Upon graduating high school, he enrolled at the University of Georgia and majored in journalism. I'm probably in the public eye more right now than I've ever been because of the things that I do on television", he said in 1988. His parents were George Rhea and Hessie August 13, 2022. In 1998, he released his first major label album in over a decade, entitled Fine Wine. He also loved football, having played for Spanish Fork High and one year at Utah State University in Logan, Utah. The couple divorced in 1997. Login or Sign-up to show all important data, death records and obituaries absolutely for free! Sister in laws, Rosie Hays, Martha Anderson, and brother in law, Darrald Wells. Vickie Sallis and singer/songwriter Bill Anderson arrives at the 41st Annual CMA Awards at the Sommet Center on November 7, 2007 in Nashville TN. He was the oldest of two children. "I was totally disillusioned by something I love", he wrote in 2016. [15] The following year, Anderson had a major hit with the disco-flavored "I Can't Wait Any Longer". He is survived by his wife, Catherine Hawley, and his two daughters, Lucy Anderson of Charlotte, and Claire Anderson (John Kleinschmidt) of New Orleans, Louisiana. They celebrated 57 years of marriage. [44] Anderson continued releasing regular country albums as well, outputting as much as three per year by the early 1970s. John was born on November 12, 1940 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Gerald and Helen (Zurline) Wolf and died on February 28, 2023 in Claremore, Oklahoma. 2023 Classic Country Music | Legendary Stories and Songs, Classic Country Music | Legendary Stories and Songs, Tim McGraw Sings Im Not Gonna Miss You To Honor, On This Day In 1990: Alan Jackson Makes His Grand Ole Opry, George Jones & Nancys 30-Year Love Story: A, Wynonna Marks End Of The Judds Final Tour:, Honky Tonk Angels: The Role of Women in Classic Country, Snoop Dogg Finally Gives Details About The Time Willie. Heather was the epitome of the aloha spiritfriendly to everyone she met, kind and supportive to friends and family, and one of the most generous souls to ever live. Ann Heather Deering, 65, passed away on February 22, 2023, in American Fork, Utah. Anderson, William "Bill" of Flushing, age 87, died Saturday, May 2, 2020. Thursday morning, February 23, 2023 Friends and family may call at James A. Dyal Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 18, 2014 from 6 o'clock until 8 o'clock PM. Jan 9, 2023. Bill Anderson Marriages Bill Anderson Relationships, Zina Bash Biography, Age, Husband, Children, Alt-Right, Net Worth, Immigration and Twitter, Who is Larry Householder Wife? In addition, Anderson signed off on allowing the company to use his photos and signatures to endorse their products. [61], Anderson's artistic directions continued expanding into the 2000s. They ruled out surgery. [66], In 2010 and 2014, respectively, Anderson released two self-produced studio albums: Songwriter and Life!. Map, Thursday, February 23, 2023 I don't know how I got in that funk, but it was a tough time", he recalled. You can draw your strength from me / The way Ive always drawn my strength from you / Im here with you right beside you / Let me hold you to your hand / Let me lead you through the darkness / Until the light comes on again, he sings. [1] "Steve's version of 'Tips' was some indication that words, melodies and emotions can carry across decades", he commented. His soft-spoken singing voice was given the nickname "Whispering Bill" by music critics and writers. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 1 . Bill has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1961. In 1993, he was made a member of the Georgia Broadcasters Hall of Fame. William C. Anderson, age 83, of Kennard, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2022. He was born on November 1, 1937 in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. Doris Jean Hodous was born January 8, 1928, in Chicago, IL, daughter of Joe and Ann Langer Hodous. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Michael . Anderson, Jr. (Bill), age 79, resident of Semmes, Alabama, passed away on September 1, 2022 in Mobile, AL. However, with the support of Twitty, Anderson helped pay off the company's financial entanglements. [85] In a 2020 interview with American Songwriter, Anderson also explained that the country market was shifting towards crossover pop. [6] His interest grew further after watching country musicians perform on a radio station, located directly above his father's insurance company. Interment will be at Spanish Fork City Cemetery. Inurnment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. In addition, his touring band was hired as the show's stage band. [7] Anderson soon saved enough money to purchase his own guitar. "I thought I was Superman. Subscribe to Obituaries (864) 224-4343. . Konc also praised 2006's "Give It Away", calling it an "instant classic". In 2003, Anderson was arrested after being accused by Marlin of hitting her with his car door. After signing with Decca Records, he was given the nickname of "Whisperin' Bill Anderson", due to his soft-spoken vocal performance. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Viewing is from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, March 2, 2023 at St. Luke Baptist Church, 3048 Snake Road, Ridgeland, SC. [100] Paisley's version was released as a single in 2004 and peaked at number three on the Billboard country chart that year. His 1958 composition, "City Lights", ultimately led to his songwriting success. 0. [1] Anderson's longtime label was renamed to MCA Records during the same time frame. In 1971, Cal Smith had a number one single with Anderson's "The Lord Knows I'm Drinking". She was born in Manistee on May 31, 1932, to Myrtle (Anderson) and Edward "Happy" Barch. [1] However, he continued recording music sporadically during the decade. These albums were also successful. William (Bill) Rupert Anderson passed away February 18, 2023 after a painful journey with cancer. [95] The song was also nominated for a Grammy award. WILLIAM HAWK OBITUARY. [35] Riane Konc of The Boot noted a similar trend in his songwriting style. [64] It was reviewed positively by Al Campbell, who praised its songwriting quality. In 1994, South Carolina inducted him into their Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. His sister, Elizabeth Anderson, was born two years after. [30] He scheduled more concert engagements and made as much as $500 per gig. 420 South 400 East [40] Both this, and the hit "But You Know I Love You", were included on his 1969 studio album. He graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in journalism, having worked his way . Bills first autobiography, Whisperin Bill, was published in 1989 and made bestseller lists all across the south. It would later be recorded by Connie Smith on her 1965 studio album Cute 'n' Country. After they got a divorce, she remarried and lived on the East Coast with . Bill was born September 9, 1946 in Galesburg, IL the son of William L. and Hazel Anderson. [46], By 1977, Anderson experienced several changes in his recording career. He has been a member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1961 and performs there regularly. You may also light a candle in honor of Bill Anderson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service. [124] Bette Anderson died in 2010 at the age of 69. Home . After finishing college, he served in the United States Army during World War II. Skip to content. [54] Four singles were spawned from the album that became minor country hits between 1984 and 1987. [84] That same decade, Conway Twitty also had a number-one hit with the tune "I May Never Get to Heaven". Send flowers. [19] The success of "Po' Folks" led Anderson to receive an invitation to join the Grand Ole Opry cast. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. [108] In 2014, Anderson co-wrote Mo Pitney's top-30 country hit "Country" with Pitney and Bobby Tomberlin. After writing the song, Randall was reluctant to record a demo of the record to pitch to other artists. [107] The single reached the top 20 of the country songs chart in 2009. Bill Anderson Funeral Service. In the mid-nineties, after a ten-year self-imposed hiatus, Bill returned to his first love, songwriting, and for the second time in his life cut a wide path across the creative landscape. [111] Around this time, he also appeared in several country music vehicle films. Spanish Fork, Utah 84660 As a songwriter, his compositions have been covered by various music artists since the late 1950s, including Ray Price and George Strait. [15] In February 1974, he had his first number one hit in five years with "World of Make Believe". [14] However, the success brought by Ray Price's version of "City Lights" led Anderson to frequent Nashville, Tennessee. His follow-up album, Ladies Choice (1979), only reached number 44 on the country albums chart. Lila, 90, of Ludington passed away quietly on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. Clipping found in The Gaffney Ledger in Gaffney, South Carolina on Feb 20, 1936. As the decade progressed his style moved towards the polished countrypolitan genre of country music, with songs such as "I Can't Wait Any Longer". In the 1970s, Anderson continued having major hits as a recording artist as well. If you wish to make a donation in Bill Anderson's memory for Housing Hope, please send to Edmonds Lutheran Church, 23525 - 84th Avenue W, Edmonds, WA 98026. In his 88 years, he made an impact on many lives. Bills second book, a humorous look at the music business titled, I Hope Youre Living As High On The Hog As The Pig You Turned Out To Be, was published in 1993. In his autobiography, he commented, "I've tried to become a businessman a couple of times when I should have kept right on pickin' and grinnin'. 4112 Old Columbia Pike. [87], Anderson did not fully stop writing material for his own albums. He was born June 14, 1950 in Spanish Fork, Utah, to Herman and Donna Gull Anderson. He was loved and cherished by many people including : his parents, Dell Todd and Clayton Anderson; his wife Sandie Anderson; his children, Sherrie Davis (William), Timothy Anderson and Tommy Wade Sr.; his grandchildren, Andrew Davis, Lindsay Davis, Makenzie Dillehay (Josh), Spencer Anderson (Hailey), Kimberly Hunter, Emily Adkins, Lauraly Wade, Ashly Wade, McKaiely Wade, Tommy Wade Jr. and Traydon Wade; his siblings, Pat Lamb, Juanita Gaylon, Martha Frank, Rick Anderson (Brenda) and James Robert Anderson; and his nephew Greg Norris. Bill was born July 29, 1931, in Chicago, IL to William and Lucille (Pifher) Anderson. Low near 30F. [1] He had further top ten hits with "Get While the Gettin's Good" and "No One's Gonna Hurt You Anymore". Typewriter. Bill Anderson born James William Anderson III, is an American country music singer, songwriter and television personality. [35] Anderson had discovered Smith after hearing her perform in a talent contest near Columbus, Ohio. Anderson was born James William Anderson III to Elizabeth and James William Anderson Jr. in Columbia, South Carolina. There is no photo or video of Bill Anderson.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Between 1977 and 1978, he and Sarah Purcell co-hosted the ABC game show The Better Sex. William Smith Anderson MBE, Highland Games athlete. He met his first wife, Bette (ne Rhodes), in the late 1950s through a mutual friend. [56] In 1998, Anderson was signed to Warner Bros. Records as part of a veterans artists project that included Ronnie Milsap and Connie Smith. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nj82had-3O0. Released as a single, it became a top-five hit on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart that year and inspired Anderson to write again. [63] A year later, he released a contemporary country album entitled The Way I Feel.