William Cyrus Hutcheson

Bill, a loving father, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus and ushered into his eternal home on October 31, 2021. He was born March 30, 1936, in Sale Creek, TN, to Luther and Gwenjanetta Hutcheson. His family later moved to Flint, MI, where he graduated from Bendle High School in 1955. He has made Lansing, MI, his permanent home for over 65 years. Bill made his career working at MSU, out of the Physical Plant, until he retired in 1989. After official retirement he enjoyed working in his brother’s electrical and lighting stores for many years. He will be remembered as a man of outstanding character and integrity with a heart for the Lord. He was kind, generous, humble and exuded a caring, Christ-like spirit toward others. Throughout his life he found much pleasure and encouragement in listening to southern gospel music. He was happiest when in the presence of family and friends having a conversation and joking with each other over a good meal.

Bill is survived by his daughter, Sandra (Joe) Anson. Also very special to him was his lifelong friend and ex-wife, Sally (Jerry) Dean. Surviving siblings include Win (Pauline), sisters Mary Ann Gould and Eva Lynne (Frank) Mainer.

He was preceded in death by his mother and step-dad, Gwen and Gene Nix, father and step-mom, Luther (Dean) Hutcheson, brothers Carl and James (Norman).

A special thanks to the remarkable staff at Vista Springs Timber Ridge IP, Legacy and Careline Hospice teams for the compassionate support they provided Bill over the past several months. If you wish to make a contribution in honor of Bill’s life, the New Hope Church, Compassionate Care Fund, 2170 E. Saginaw St., East Lansing, MI 48823, would greatly appreciate it, as they assist local families in need.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 4th, from 5-8pm at Gorsline Runciman East Chapel, 1730 E. Grand River Ave, East Lansing. A funeral service will be held at 11am on Friday, November 5th, at Gorsline Runciman East Chapel. Following the service, Bill will be laid to rest in East Lawn Memory Gardens, 2400 Bennett Rd, Okemos.

Memories and online condolences can be shared at www.greastlansing.com.