William Joseph Anderson March 6, 1993 - November 30, 1999 If you would like to use this image for your web pages, please click on the image I have a lot of ideas, but that is all they would be if I did not have Cathy Knudtson to bring them to life. There are no words to say how much I think of her, or what she means to me and my family. One thing I do know, she was sent by God. All I can says is, Thank you Cathy. Joe (Papaw) Anderson Thank you so much Terri for the Birthday Greeting for Mr. William Terri's Treasures (Image of Mr. William created by Cathy - Spinning Web Creations) Heaven's General Store As I was walking down life's highway Many years ago I came upon a sign that read "Heaven's General Store." When I got a little closer The doors swung open wide And when I came to myself I was standing inside I saw a host of angels, They were standing everywhere One handing me a basket said, "My child all's here to share." Everything that one could wish for Was in that general store And what you could not carry You could come back for more. First I got some Patience, Love was also in that rose. Further down was Understanding, You need that where ever you may go. I got a box or two of Wisdom And Faith, a bag or two. Hope was there beside it, I would need much of that too. I took some Strength, Some Courage to help me run the race. My basket was getting fuller, I picked a bunch of Grace I also chose Salvation, You see, the sign said "Free" -- Forgiveness also there I found, Enough and more for me. Then I started to the counter To pay my shopping bill, For I thought I had everything To do the Master's will As I went up the aisle I saw Prayer and put that in, For I knew when I stepped outside I would run into sin. Peace and Joy were plentiful, The last things on the shelf. Songs and Praise were hanging near So I just helped myself. Then I said to an angel, "Now how much do I owe?" He smiled and said, "Just take them where ever you may go." Again I asked "Really now, How much do I owe?" "My child" he said, This bill was paid, long, long ago." "How can this be?" I asked again, He simply smiled and said, "Upon the Cross, One day in awful pain, Jesus paid this debt." I thanked the angel then and said, "These gifts I won't forget!" This is why I'm recommending "Heaven's General Store" - You can go and freely shop, And there's so much, much more! Nita Holleman Suggested and revised from: Heaven's Grocery Store - Unknown Angels High in the heavens A loud rush of wings, As angels assemble Before their Great King He stands tall before them And holds out His hand, "Go, do My bidding Throughout all the land." "Protect all My people, Defend right from wrong. In tall pine trees whistle My praise all day long." "The forces of evil Defeat with My might- And kiss every child On the forehead tonight." So quickly they scatter, These creatures of light, To do heaven's bidding And bring earth delight. Mary Lou Carney My Bouquet of Flowers When looking at my lovely bouquet of friendship's faces. Picked from so many, wonderful and different places. It suddenly came bursting, with such delight. How each one made up, a most beautiful sight. Though it has taken my life-time, to add each one. I know that still yet, my task is not done. For I shall continue to gather, along life's pathway. More radiant faces, that I shall display. But dear FRIEND! This I want you to know. It will be your flower, the first that I show. Thanks for all the memories, both of laughter and tears. They will always be with me, throughout the coming years. Martha D. Manley A True Angel Once upon a time there was a child ready to be born. The child asked God, "They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow, but how am I going to live there being so small and helpless?" God replied, "Among the many angels, I chose one. Your angel will be waiting for you and will take care of you." The child further inquired, "But tell me, here in heaven I don't have to do anything but sing and smile to be happy." God said, "Your angel will sing for you and will also smile for you everyday. And you will feel you angel's love and be very happy." Again the child asked, "And how am I going to be able to understand when people talk to me if I don't know the language?" God said, Your angel will tell you the most beautiful and sweet words you will ever hear, and with much patience and care, your angel will teach you how to speak." "And what am I doing to do when I want to talk to you?" God said, "Your angel will place your hands together and will teach you how to pray." "I've heard that on Earth there are bad men. Who will protect me?" God said, "Your angel will defend you even if it means risking it's life." "But I will always be said because I will not see you anymore." God said, "Your angel will always talk to you about me and will teach you the way to come back to me, even though I will always be next to you." At that moment there was much peace in Heaven, but voices from Earth could be heard and the child hurriedly asked, "God, if I am to leave now, please tell me my angel's name." "Her name is not important. You will simply call her "Mom". Author Unknown Remember Me.... As the wind stirs the leaves... Remember Me. As the evening sunset cast its rosy glow... Remember Me. As you smell the earth after a fresh, spring rain... Remember Me. As you hear the sound of a child's laughter... Remember Me. As the warm summer sunshine caresses your skin... Remember Me. As the first winter snow flake falls to the ground... Remember Me. As the smell of spring flowers tantalize your senses... Remember Me. As you are wakened in the morning by the song of a bird... Remember Me. As the days gently east, one into another... Remember Me. As you greet a smile on a friendly face... Remember Me. As you walk through life... Remember Me For I shall Remember You. Libby Graham When Somebody Dies When somebody dies, a cloud turns into and angel, and flies up to tell God to put another flower on a pillow. A bird gives the message back to the world, and sings a silent prayer, that makes the rain cry. People disappear, but they never really go away, The spirits up there put the sun to bed, wake up grass, and spin the earth in dizzy circles. Sometimes you can see them dancing in a cloud during the day-time, when they're supposed to be sleeping. They paint the rainbows and also the sunsets and makes waves splash and tug at the tide. They toss shooting stars and listen to wishes. And when they sing wind-songs, they whisper to us, don't miss me too much. The view is nice and I'm doing just fine. Ashley This photo is very special, it was made after Tammy (Mr. William's Mother) married Gene Bullis on April 29, 2001. I had Mr. William added to the photo by a friend of mine. I know Mr. William was not there in body, but I know he was there. Mr. William The Singing Cowboy The photo was made by Mr. William for his Papaw. He loved his Papaw with all his heart Mr. William at his Great Aunt Mary Johnson's Mr. William - Christmas 1995 If Tomorrow Never Comes.. If I knew it would be the last time That I'd see you fall asleep, I would tuck you in tighter and pray the Lord, your soul to keep. If I knew it would be the last time that I see you walk out the door I would give you a hug and kiss and call you back for one more. If I knew it would be the last time I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise, I would video tape each action and word, so I could play them back day after day. If I knew it would be the last time, I could spare an extra minute or two to stop and say love you, instead of assuming you would KNOW I do. If I knew it would be the last time I would be there to share your day, well I'm sure you'll have so many more so I can let just this one slip away. For surely there's always tomorrow to make up for an oversight, and we always get a second chance to make everything right. There will always be another day to say our, "I love you's," And certainly there's another chance to say our, "Anything I can do's?" But just in case I might be wrong, and today is all I get, I'd like to say how much I love you and I hope we never forget. Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, young or old alike, And today may be the last chance you get to hold your loved one tight. So if you're waiting for tomorrow, why not do it today? Author Unknown Mr. William and his Mommy Hey Papaw! I am at White Lake having fun! See you soon. Summer of 1999 Mr. William The Singing Cowboy #2 "You Are My Sunshine, My Only Sunshine, You Make Me Happy When Skies Are Grey" Mr. William and Barney "I Love You, You Love Me, We're A Happy Family, Won't You Say You Love Me Too" Mr. William and Katie William had a special place in his heart for Katie. She always defended him when the kids in school were making fun of Mr. William for not having any hair Mr. William and his beloved dog Freddy, who we believe is in heaven today with Mr. William The cowboy outfit Mr. William is wearing belonged to his Dad when he was a boy, he had put it away to save for his son one day. Mr. William as I picture him today. In Heaven sitting in the shade of the evergreen tree. No one knows how much I miss him. Mr. William was forever calling me on phone. "Papaw, I want to come to your house." When he called he told Nanny, "Nanny, I want to talk to my Papaw". She would ask how he was, how Mommy was, how Mary was, but he got tired of all the asking him things other than what he wanted. He told Nanny, "Nanny, what I say the first time is what I mean, I want to talk to my Papaw!!" In this photo he was 14 months old pretending to talk to me on the phone. This poem I found, I changed some of the words around to make it sound like it came from Mr. William in Heaven. Once he had made the comment to me that Jesus was his special friend. When I read the poem it just popped back into my mind. Click on the image to see the full screen version. Click on the image to read a memory from Mr. William's Aunt Missy Mr. William with his cousin Kristi A Poem From Mr. William's Cousin Kristi to Mr. William in Heaven "Dear Little William From Kristi Anderson This is a poem for you I know you always want to be a superhero Your up in heaven now I know you always want to be a superhero From Kristi Anderson to Little William" A special memory of Mr. William from his Papaw and Nanny
William Joseph Anderson March 6, 1993 - November 30, 1999
If you would like to use this image for your web pages, please click on the image
I have a lot of ideas, but that is all they would be if I did not have Cathy Knudtson to bring them to life. There are no words to say how much I think of her, or what she means to me and my family. One thing I do know, she was sent by God. All I can says is, Thank you Cathy.
Joe (Papaw) Anderson
Thank you so much Terri for the Birthday Greeting for Mr. William Terri's Treasures
(Image of Mr. William created by Cathy - Spinning Web Creations)
Heaven's General Store
As I was walking down life's highway Many years ago I came upon a sign that read "Heaven's General Store."
When I got a little closer The doors swung open wide And when I came to myself I was standing inside
I saw a host of angels, They were standing everywhere One handing me a basket said, "My child all's here to share."
Everything that one could wish for Was in that general store And what you could not carry You could come back for more.
First I got some Patience, Love was also in that rose. Further down was Understanding, You need that where ever you may go.
I got a box or two of Wisdom And Faith, a bag or two. Hope was there beside it, I would need much of that too.
I took some Strength, Some Courage to help me run the race. My basket was getting fuller, I picked a bunch of Grace
I also chose Salvation, You see, the sign said "Free" -- Forgiveness also there I found, Enough and more for me.
Then I started to the counter To pay my shopping bill, For I thought I had everything To do the Master's will
As I went up the aisle I saw Prayer and put that in, For I knew when I stepped outside I would run into sin.
Peace and Joy were plentiful, The last things on the shelf. Songs and Praise were hanging near So I just helped myself.
Then I said to an angel, "Now how much do I owe?" He smiled and said, "Just take them where ever you may go."
Again I asked "Really now, How much do I owe?" "My child" he said, This bill was paid, long, long ago."
"How can this be?" I asked again, He simply smiled and said, "Upon the Cross, One day in awful pain, Jesus paid this debt." I thanked the angel then and said, "These gifts I won't forget!"
This is why I'm recommending "Heaven's General Store" - You can go and freely shop, And there's so much, much more!
Nita Holleman Suggested and revised from: Heaven's Grocery Store - Unknown
Angels
High in the heavens A loud rush of wings, As angels assemble Before their Great King
He stands tall before them And holds out His hand, "Go, do My bidding Throughout all the land."
"Protect all My people, Defend right from wrong. In tall pine trees whistle My praise all day long."
"The forces of evil Defeat with My might- And kiss every child On the forehead tonight."
So quickly they scatter, These creatures of light, To do heaven's bidding And bring earth delight.
Mary Lou Carney
My Bouquet of Flowers
When looking at my lovely bouquet of friendship's faces. Picked from so many, wonderful and different places.
It suddenly came bursting, with such delight. How each one made up, a most beautiful sight.
Though it has taken my life-time, to add each one. I know that still yet, my task is not done.
For I shall continue to gather, along life's pathway. More radiant faces, that I shall display.
But dear FRIEND!
This I want you to know. It will be your flower, the first that I show.
Thanks for all the memories, both of laughter and tears. They will always be with me, throughout the coming years.
Martha D. Manley
A True Angel
Once upon a time there was a child ready to be born. The child asked God, "They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow, but how am I going to live there being so small and helpless?" God replied, "Among the many angels, I chose one. Your angel will be waiting for you and will take care of you."
The child further inquired, "But tell me, here in heaven I don't have to do anything but sing and smile to be happy." God said, "Your angel will sing for you and will also smile for you everyday. And you will feel you angel's love and be very happy."
Again the child asked, "And how am I going to be able to understand when people talk to me if I don't know the language?" God said, Your angel will tell you the most beautiful and sweet words you will ever hear, and with much patience and care, your angel will teach you how to speak."
"And what am I doing to do when I want to talk to you?" God said, "Your angel will place your hands together and will teach you how to pray."
"I've heard that on Earth there are bad men. Who will protect me?" God said, "Your angel will defend you even if it means risking it's life."
"But I will always be said because I will not see you anymore." God said, "Your angel will always talk to you about me and will teach you the way to come back to me, even though I will always be next to you."
At that moment there was much peace in Heaven, but voices from Earth could be heard and the child hurriedly asked, "God, if I am to leave now, please tell me my angel's name." "Her name is not important. You will simply call her "Mom".
Author Unknown
Remember Me....
As the wind stirs the leaves... Remember Me. As the evening sunset cast its rosy glow... Remember Me. As you smell the earth after a fresh, spring rain... Remember Me. As you hear the sound of a child's laughter... Remember Me. As the warm summer sunshine caresses your skin... Remember Me. As the first winter snow flake falls to the ground... Remember Me. As the smell of spring flowers tantalize your senses... Remember Me. As you are wakened in the morning by the song of a bird... Remember Me. As the days gently east, one into another... Remember Me. As you greet a smile on a friendly face... Remember Me. As you walk through life... Remember Me For I shall Remember You.
Libby Graham
When Somebody Dies
When somebody dies, a cloud turns into and angel, and flies up to tell God to put another flower on a pillow. A bird gives the message back to the world, and sings a silent prayer, that makes the rain cry. People disappear, but they never really go away, The spirits up there put the sun to bed, wake up grass, and spin the earth in dizzy circles. Sometimes you can see them dancing in a cloud during the day-time, when they're supposed to be sleeping. They paint the rainbows and also the sunsets and makes waves splash and tug at the tide. They toss shooting stars and listen to wishes. And when they sing wind-songs, they whisper to us, don't miss me too much. The view is nice and I'm doing just fine.
Ashley
This photo is very special, it was made after Tammy (Mr. William's Mother) married Gene Bullis on April 29, 2001. I had Mr. William added to the photo by a friend of mine. I know Mr. William was not there in body, but I know he was there.
Mr. William The Singing Cowboy
The photo was made by Mr. William for his Papaw. He loved his Papaw with all his heart
Mr. William at his Great Aunt Mary Johnson's
Mr. William - Christmas 1995
If Tomorrow Never Comes..
If I knew it would be the last time That I'd see you fall asleep, I would tuck you in tighter and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.
If I knew it would be the last time that I see you walk out the door I would give you a hug and kiss and call you back for one more.
If I knew it would be the last time I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise, I would video tape each action and word, so I could play them back day after day.
If I knew it would be the last time, I could spare an extra minute or two to stop and say love you, instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.
If I knew it would be the last time I would be there to share your day, well I'm sure you'll have so many more so I can let just this one slip away.
For surely there's always tomorrow to make up for an oversight, and we always get a second chance to make everything right.
There will always be another day to say our, "I love you's," And certainly there's another chance to say our, "Anything I can do's?"
But just in case I might be wrong, and today is all I get, I'd like to say how much I love you and I hope we never forget.
Tomorrow is not promised to anyone, young or old alike, And today may be the last chance you get to hold your loved one tight.
So if you're waiting for tomorrow, why not do it today?
Mr. William and his Mommy
Hey Papaw! I am at White Lake having fun! See you soon. Summer of 1999
Mr. William The Singing Cowboy #2
"You Are My Sunshine, My Only Sunshine, You Make Me Happy When Skies Are Grey"
Mr. William and Barney
"I Love You, You Love Me, We're A Happy Family, Won't You Say You Love Me Too"
Mr. William and Katie
William had a special place in his heart for Katie. She always defended him when the kids in school were making fun of Mr. William for not having any hair
Mr. William and his beloved dog Freddy, who we believe is in heaven today with Mr. William The cowboy outfit Mr. William is wearing belonged to his Dad when he was a boy, he had put it away to save for his son one day.
Mr. William as I picture him today. In Heaven sitting in the shade of the evergreen tree. No one knows how much I miss him.
Mr. William was forever calling me on phone. "Papaw, I want to come to your house." When he called he told Nanny, "Nanny, I want to talk to my Papaw". She would ask how he was, how Mommy was, how Mary was, but he got tired of all the asking him things other than what he wanted. He told Nanny, "Nanny, what I say the first time is what I mean, I want to talk to my Papaw!!" In this photo he was 14 months old pretending to talk to me on the phone.
This poem I found, I changed some of the words around to make it sound like it came from Mr. William in Heaven. Once he had made the comment to me that Jesus was his special friend. When I read the poem it just popped back into my mind. Click on the image to see the full screen version.
Click on the image to read a memory from Mr. William's Aunt Missy
Mr. William with his cousin Kristi
A Poem From Mr. William's Cousin Kristi to Mr. William in Heaven
"Dear Little William From Kristi Anderson
This is a poem for you I know you always want to be a superhero Your up in heaven now
I know you always want to be a superhero From Kristi Anderson to Little William"
A special memory of Mr. William from his Papaw and Nanny
