Ian Rudolf Anzer passed away on December 1, 2023 in Sandy, Utah. Ian, or E as he was affectionately called by his brothers, was born on July 31, 1978 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Joachim and Wendy Anzer as the second of six boys and will forever be remembered as a big brother with a big heart.
Ian loved his family and had a very special bond with his mother. In his adult years, they had many long talks about family and children and friends. He was always good for an easy laugh or heartfelt cry. He was a dedicated son who was always there for his mom and brothers, always wanting to be there to help. We will miss his jokes and laughter and most of all, his love and hugs of the best kind. He cared so deeply and worried about his mother and family all the time.
As a child, Ian enjoyed many family trips to California where he spent time at the ocean and probably took some unnecessary risks a time or two. Growing up, there were plenty of pranks and mischief but Ian was fiercely defensive of his family and although he may have antagonized his siblings from time to time, he would not let others mistreat them. Ian was passionate and his heart was always in the right place. He made friends quickly and easily and was loved by many.
Ian had an adventurous soul. He loved riding Fatcats and 4-wheelers at his grandparent’s cottage, and always considered them and their home as a safe place. He also enjoyed boxing with his brothers and his sons and teaching them to never let their guard down, no matter the opponent or challenge.
He was spiritually connected with nature and loved all animals. Throughout the years, he had a variety of pets including snakes, iguanas and other reptiles, tarantulas, guinea pigs and dogs. As an adult, he adopted his best buddy, Tough Guy, and then his loyal companion, Kibbles.
Ian is survived by his sons, Caleb and Adam Anzer; his parents, Joachim Anzer and Wendy Ahlgren; his brothers, Anthony (Chelsea), Thomas, Nicholas (Mary), Nathan (Alexis), and Curtis; additional blended family members, Jodi Anzer, Amber Erickson, Brent Erickson, Rochelle (Dave) Cox, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Ian is preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Pat Child, and Theresia Anzer.
Services will be held on Saturday, December 9 at Larkin Mortuary, 260 E South Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah at 2pm or by zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89917286964. Interment services to follow. A visitation will be held from 12:30-1:30pm at the mortuary prior to the services.
In lieu of flowers, to honor Ian, donations can be made to the American Pit Bull Foundation.
“So what’s really going on?” - E
I am SO very sorry for your loss. Ian was a very loving and soft spoken person. He was friends with Kenny and Aubrey Lundin, and he always called me Mom.
What a tragedy. My prayers are with you all. God bless.
My deepest condolences for your loss. Your son was a very kind and caring person.
My deepest condolences. I will miss Ian very much. I love Ian and his mother very much and I considered them my best friends.
You will always remain in my hearts
Dear Anzer’s,
Lyn and I are so saddened to hear this news. Ian was a good man, ( even with some flaws ) He did have a happy disposition and kind nature. He will be missed.
However, I believe in the afterlife. So I say God be with you, till we meet again.
Love, Daniel & Lyn
Leuchtende Tage, nicht weinen, daß sie vorüber, doch lächeln, daß sie gewesen.
Lieber Achim, Lieber Anthony und alle in der Familie,
unfassbar, wir sind tief erschüttert zu hören, daß Ian euch für immer verlassen hat. Uns fehlen die Worte.
Wir wünschen Euch viel Kraft für die schweren Stunden, im Gedanken sind wir bei Euch.
Eure Oberlindner
Erich und Gabi,
Stefanie,
Simone und Alex
Bright days, don't cry that they're over, but smile that they've been.
Dear Achim, Dear Anthony and everyone in the family,
Unbelievable, we are deeply shocked to hear that Ian has left you forever. We are at a loss for words.
We wish you a lot of strength for these difficult times, our thoughts are with you.
Your Oberlindners
Erich and Gabi,
Stefanie,
Simone and Alex
Dear Achim, Anthony, Thomas, Nicholas, Nathan, Curtis and everyone of your family..
Words, however kind can‘t mend your heartache but those who care and share your loss, wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends!
„ Those we love don‘t go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very
Dear!“
You are in our thoughts!
Anita, Anton, Jenny und Sandra Spitzner
Dear American family,
Even if it is incomprehensible and very hard at the moment, the time will come when the horror will fade and the good and beautiful memories of Ian will come back again!
He will never be forgotten and will live on in memories and hearts!
We wish you a lot of Strength and quiet time to mourn!
The world will be so different without him I’m so sorry for your loss this is a big huge loss he was the best guy and my really great friend whom I’ll miss forever
What a beautiful man and son. You will be cherished.
I’m sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to the family.
