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Paul Anderson Obituary
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1946-2018
Paul Lawrence Anderson of Salt Lake City died suddenly Friday night, March 23. He was born June 6, 1946, to Alvin M. Anderson and Ruby Johnson Anderson. He is survived by his wife, Lavina Fielding Anderson, his son, Christian N. K. Anderson, and his daughter-in-law, Marina Capella. A memorial service will be held at Whittier Ward, 1515 South 200 East, Salt Lake City, at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 29, 2018. For a full obituary, see www.larkinmortuary.com.
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Rob Adamson
March 19, 2022
I think about you often Paul. I drive by your house on my way home from the SLCC campus. You were one of my very best painting students. You have given us all so much beauty and wonder with all your wonderful works of art. Keep on creating beautiful things my friend. We love having your painting of Hagia Sophia proudly displayed next to the drawing/painting studio classroom on the South Campus of Salt Lake Community College.
Rob Adamson
March 19, 2021
I think about Paul often. I frequently look at his painting, Hagia Sophia, which is on permanent display at the Salt Lake Community College near the classroom where he spent much time learning and painting.
"Dear Paul, I hope you are able to continue painting those amazing beautiful scenes from on high! Your teacher and friend, Rob Adamson."
Suzanne Oliver
June 21, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. He is one of the kindest, most humble, knowledgeable and talented of men. I have many good memories of times with him, Lavina and Christian over our years together in Whittier Ward. I learned so much from him. He and Lavina were always so caring to my parents, who loved them. I am sad to know Paul is no longer with us on the earth, but happy to also know of the wonderful reunion you will have with him one day. May the Lotd bless and comfort you.
Bethanne Andersen
May 9, 2018
I always talked with Paul at the MOA and he was someone who loved his work and was ready to share something he was excited about. A lovely human .
Noel Carmack
April 10, 2018
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Paul's passing. Paul was such a kind and generous person to me. Always encouraging and interested in what I was doing. He was truly one of the finest men I've ever known. He was knowledgeable in history, architecture, the fine arts, music, and the world around him. God bless Paul Anderson!
My sincerest condolences to Lavina, Christian and his wife, Marina. My thoughts and prayers go out to them and the Anderson family.
Mario S. De Pillis Sr.
March 30, 2018
Paul was learned, gifted in the arts and architecture (we disagreed about modern architecture), a loving father and husband, certainly, but above all he was kind to all.
Jared Tamez
March 29, 2018
Paul Anderson's funeral was one of the most powerful I've ever been to. His son Christian gave an incredible eulogy. It was poetry. A profound testament itself to the home Paul and Lavina built. The common theme was Paul's love for nature and his love for his fellow man. His legacy is one of profound kindness. It was a service that you walked away from determined to be a better person.
Tonight I brought out the program and talked with the kids about Paul. We had visited he and Lavina in their home last year. Daughter J and son J remembered him and were sad. Son H professed he did not remember. On the back of the program is a website: http://paullandersonpaintings.com/ where images of several of Paul's painting are displayed. I told H that Paul was an accomplished artist and architect. As we opened the paintings page H let out a gasp. "Wow, I don't even know what to say, this is so beautiful." He said. I shared with them some of the anecdotes shared during the funeral. H said, "Dad, there is so much we can learn about Paul Anderson."
Yes, my boy, there is.
It was bed time. H asked, "Dad, can we see more of Paul's paintings tomorrow?"
We will.
Godspeed, Paul.
Christian Herrmann
March 29, 2018
There must be a choir of Angels singing some of hes hymns to welcome him.
I am thankful he blessed use with his knowledge.
We will always miss and remember him.
hes family is in our prayers.
Barbara Jones Brown
March 28, 2018
It is so hard to believe that someone as bright and vibrant as Paul has passed from this life. He was always such a kind and friendly face at Mormon History Association conferences. I'll never forget the fascinating tour of historic Utah church buildings he led one year. Paul was a renaissance man--so knowledgeable, witty and intelligent. I deeply admired him and will miss him. My deepest condolences go out to you, my friend Lavina, and to Christian and Marina.
Amberly Xochimitl
March 28, 2018
Paul was such an inspiring person. I worked at the MOA with him and always enjoyed his humor and conversation. Farewell to a good man.
David Bird
March 27, 2018
An amazing friend and mentor. He first hired me for an internship at the Museum of Art in the early 90s. I am going to really miss him and his wonderful sketches from his travels.
Becky Allred
March 26, 2018
Paul and I just visited a month ago at a conference and chuckled about college days. I am so, so sorry for your loss. There is a hole in my heart for this wonderful man.
We have all been better people for having known him. Our love and prayers are with you.
Hugs and Tears
Oil painting by Paul Anderson oil on board
Rob Adamson
March 26, 2018
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Paul. He was truly one of my star painting students. He created some beautiful artwork! He was such a kind friend to all. Shortly before Paul's passing, a few of his paintings were juried into our Salt Lake Community College Annual Art Show. I would love to include these paintings in our upcoming show. If someone from the family could contact me my hope is that we could include his artwork in the show. Email: [email protected]. Call or text: (385) 218-8016
May the Lord's Love, Peace, and Blessings be to you Lavina and to your family.
Sincerely,
Rob Adamson
Professor
Visual Art and Design
Salt Lake Community College
Polly Aird
March 25, 2018
This is a sad day indeed, when the world no longer has Paul Anderson in it. He bought light and cheer into all that he did. So many condolences to Lavina, Christian, and Marina. Love, Polly
Steve Eccles
March 25, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I enjoyed spending time with him in So. Calif. when he was there give a talk on Church architecture. It was wonderful knowing him and also Lavina. He will be greatly missed.
RON LARRABEE
March 25, 2018
SO SORRY ABOUT PAUL'S PASSING THE LARRABEE'S AND THE ECKER'S
RON LARRABEE
March 25, 2018
DEAR COUSINS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF PAUL. HE BEING MY SECOND COUSIN, HIS MOTHER AND MY MOTHER BEING FIRST COUSINS. I FONDLY REMEMBER THANKS GIVING DAY AT THEIR HOME IN PASADENA WE LIVED IN COMPTON SO SORRY AGAIN FOR HIS PASSING. THE LARRABEE'S
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