James (Jim) Anderson

1949 ~ 2021

Viewing:

July 6, 2021
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
2930 South 2000 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84109
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    July 7, 2021
    11:00 AM
    2930 South 2000 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84109
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    James (Jim) Anderson, 72, left this earthly existence peacefully on June 29, 2021.

    Jim was born on May 11, 1949 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Myles and Lola Anderson. He grew up in Copperton and Sandy and attended Jordan high school where he excelled at parking lot parties. He married his sweetheart and partner in life Darlene Meadows on May 6, 1978.

    Jim truly loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He enjoyed the outdoors. He loved to fish, camp, and enjoyed watching the birds in the back yard. His passion was to head “out West.” (Wendover) He also enjoyed cruising with his wife, family and friends. Jim was his grandchildren’s biggest cheerleader in their sporting events.

    He worked at Kennecott, A&K Railroad, he retired from Dick Simon/Central/Swift Trucking in 2019 after working for them for 25 years.

    Jim is survived by his wife, 3 daughters; Angela ( Frank) Willemsz, Angie (Trevor) Thompson, and Jen (Andy) Hadlock, and a step son from a previous marriage, Gary Horrocks, 11 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and his brother, Mike (Sharon) Anderson.

    He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 sisters, and 3 brothers.

    Viewings will be held Tuesday, July 6 from 6 to 8 pm and Wednesday, July 7 from 9:30 to 10:30 am at the Grandview 3rd Ward at 2930 South 2000 East at Salt Lake City, UT. Funeral services to follow at 11 am.


    Guestbook/Condolences

    Dear Family and Darlene we are still in shock from hearing the new about Jim's passing. We where just thinking about all the times we spent together and the camping and the fishing we did, and we where looking forward to the cruise together. We are so sorry for your loss and we wish we could be there with you Darlene and you whole Family just know we are sending you our love and prayers, until we meet again.


    - Trudi Shutt

    What a lovely tribute! My favorite part was when it made me laugh! Jim was a ton of fun! He has left a huge void in our family which makes me sad and happy that I was fortunate to have him in my life as my dear sisters husband and sad that the last time I saw him we made him cry! (No, we are not bullies, just loving on him for his last birthday, brought tears to his eyes)! Darlene and Angela's and Jen, you were blessed to have been touched by his gentle and patient presence. I'm sending you much love and hugs!
    Dee


    - Dee Nunley

    Darlene, Jen and Andy, Angie, and Angie, I don’t even have words to express how sorry I am for your loss. It doesn’t even seem possible. He was there at Milo’s funeral a week and a half ago and now he’s gone, too. He was like part of our family, too! I’m so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there’s anything I can do for you .Hugs


    - Jeannine Hadlock

    My heart is so saddened I will miss Jim rest in peace Uncle Jim. My thought and prayers go out to my aunt and cousins throughout this difficult time I love you guys.


    - Crystal Williams

    We loved spending time at Jim and Darlene's, they were family to us. As the years went on, we got older and moved further away, which is unfortunate. But I do cherish the memories that were made with Jim and the rest of the family. Jim always made me laugh. Jim always made me feel welcomed and like a part of the family. I am sad that he is gone. I will always remember his generosity, humor, kindness and he was such a fun person to be around. I really, truly cherish the memories that we made with Jim. What a wonderful man, I will cherish those memories forever!


    - Dustin Gourley

    You will be truly missed. We had a great time having you on our bowling team. Your friendship and great humor always made us feel like we were special.


    - Jean Asay and Betty Sorensen