William L. Anderson

William Lavonne Anderson, 62, made his transition on December 16, 2022. He was born December 17, 1959, to the union of William Lee and Thelma Anderson.

Junnie grew up in Springfield, Ohio where he attended Springfield South High School. After high school, he joined the 178th Wing Civil Engineering Squadron as a TSgt. He was recognized for his bravery and ingenuity during his time in the military. Junnie also completed his Ohio Fire Academy training, receiving his certification in the State of Ohio as a Fireman and Paramedic for the City of Springfield. During his tenure with the Springfield Fire Division, Junnie saved countless lives and provided hope and joy during critical moments. He also received his license to sell Insurance in the State of Ohio.

He was a great family provider and always had two or three jobs. Everyone in the neighborhood knew and respected him. Junnie made it to where every kid in the neighborhood wanted to come over to the Anderson's house. He loved his family, he tried to be the best example of what he thought a man should be. Junnie was a fan of the Lakers, more specifically the Showtime era. Deion Sanders has a quote that says, "If you look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you play good. If you play good, they pay good." This is what summarized how Junnie lived his life.

William leaves to cherish his memory: two sons, Calvin Echols and Steven Anderson; nephew, Jeffrey Anderson; granddaughters, Kaylynn Anderson and Raelynn Anderson; father, William Lee Anderson; sisters, Jeannette Anderson of Springfield, Ohio, Valerie (Bill) Mitchell-Johnson of California, and Crissy (Bryan) Phelps of Springfield, Ohio; aunt, Barbara Jackson; cousins: Stevie (Vicki) Moore, Toni (John) Bray, David Vance, Timothy Vance, Keith (Princell) Jackson, and Kim (Alan) Zinsmeister; and a host of extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Thelma Anderson; nephew, Michael Anderson; grandparents, Henry (Annie) Moore; and relatives: Buddy (Juanita) Vance, Richard Jackson, Henry Moore, Jr., and Shirley Williams.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at Life in Christ Community Church, 1100 Sunset Ave, Springfield, Ohio 45505. Burial will be held with military honors at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 29, 2022 in Dayton National Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to the caring hands of KINLEY Funeral Home.