William H. (Bill) Anderson passed away peacefully at his home on December 3, 2025, at age 95. Born November 24, 1930, in South Bend, Ind., Bill grew up in a football family. His father, Heartley “Hunk” Anderson, coached at Notre Dame and the Chicago Bears. His mother Marie was a teacher and homemaker. The youngest of three children, he was cherished by sisters Shirley Simpson and Joann Wilcox, both of whom predeceased him.
At Duke University, Bill excelled in track and was an ROTC member. A church supper introduced him to Margaret “Mugsie” Worrell, the love of his life. After graduating cum laude, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War but not before they married in Palm Beach, starting a 67-year union.
Bill spent 26 years at IBM, rising through the ranks and relocating often to support his family. Later, as CIO at Prudential Securities, his leadership earned him a Board seat. He retired after two decades and is remembered for integrity, mentorship and treating his teams like family.
Family was always at the heart of Bill’s life. He and Mugsie, along with their four boys, cherished summers boating and winters skiing. Bill continued to nurture those bonds by hosting countless family gatherings that created shared experiences and lasting memories.
Bill was a man of faith and generosity, devoting his time, talent and resources to every church he served — especially St. John’s in Hingham, Mass., and Saint Luke’s Parish in Darien. He held roles from youth leader to warden to usher, reflecting his deep commitment to his faith community. Bill also championed outreach initiatives, supporting Person to Person in Darien and the Global AIDS Interfaith Alliance. He lived his faith through action and kindness.
Bill was predeceased by Mugsie and his son Mark Worrell Anderson. He is survived by his son William (Oz) and his wife Cindy of Cameron Park, Calif.; his son Jeffrey and his wife Karin of Hingham, Mass.; his son Daniel and his wife Julia of Stamford; and his daughter-in-law Christine of Manchester, N.H. Bill was blessed with 12 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at Saint Luke’s Parish on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Person to Person, 1864 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820, or The Episcopal Parish of St. John the Evangelist, 172 Main Street, Hingham, Mass. The family wishes to express its heartfelt gratitude for the love, prayers and support shared during this time. Bill’s life was a gift to all who knew him, and his legacy of kindness, faith and devotion will continue to inspire the family, which invites you to join it in celebrating his remarkable life and in keeping his memory alive through acts of love and generosity.