Tim Scott Anderson

Tim Anderson, age 71, of Albia, Ia, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at his home. Tim was born on June 27, 1953, in Cedar Rapids, Ia, to Max and Vonda (Cook) Anderson. He grew up helping in his Grandpa Cook’s general store in Alburnett and graduated from Center Point High School with the class of 1971. On May 21, 1983, he was united in marriage to Debbie Kietzman in Alburnett, and to this union, three daughters were born, Suzanne, Laura, and Elizabeth. Tim and Debbie were blessed with 41 years of marriage prior to his passing. Tim had a passion for fast cars and engines, leading him to pursue a career as a certified auto mechanic, owning and operating ET Auto in Albia. Tim was initiated into the Masonic Blue Lodge in 1987 and joined the Order of the Eastern Star in 1989. Tim worked for the Grand Lodge of Iowa as Deputy Grand Secretary from 1999-2017. He held various roles and offices in the Masonic Lodge, Order of the Eastern Star, York Rite, York Rite College, and Red Cross of Constantine, belonged to Consistory and Shrine. He recently held office as Grand Secretary/Recorder for the Iowa York Rite Bodies 2021-2024. Tim was very accomplished and received many awards over the years. Tim enjoyed being outdoors, fishing with his dad and brother at Lake Delhi and in Florida, and riding motorcycles. He had a green thumb and enjoyed flowers and gardening, with gladiolas and daylilies being his favorite flowers. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeye and Nascar fan and also enjoyed watching Lord of the Rings and Star Trek. He loved to read and history, especially Masonic history. He loved seafood, especially Sushi. Tim’s true joy in life was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and tinkering in the shop. Tim is survived by his wife, Debbie; three daughters, Suzanne (Tyler) Albers, Laura (Kevin) Elder, and Elizabeth (Andy) Siegel; six grandchildren, Kendall, Kane, Brady, Nile, Jack, and Preslee; and a sister, Teri Tyler. Tim is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and good friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Max and Vonda and a brother, Mark. Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, with Tim’s family present to greet family and friends. Masonic Rites provided by Astor Lodge #505 and the Order of the Eastern Star will be held at 6:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the First Christian Church in Albia, with Pastor Lynda Carlson officiating. Burial will follow services at Highland Cemetery in Eddyville, IA. Memorials have been established to Tim's family and the Masonic Library and Museum.

Tim Scott Anderson

June 27, 1953 - October 30, 2024