Paul Anderson Obituary

Paul O Anderson Jr
Oct 11, 1938 - Jul 20, 2019
Paul Oliver Anderson Jr passed into the arms of Jesus on July 20, 2019. He was born on October 11, 1938 in Modesto, California. He spent his early childhood in Turlock before his family left the farm and moved to Modesto. He and his beloved wife, Twyla, were married 60 years. They lived 50 years in the country home they designed and built. There they raised their two children, Jeff (Julie) and Monique (Jim) amidst a walnut orchard and numerous fruit trees.
Paul was a building contractor. He owned and managed an industrial and commercial construction business. He was honored to receive many accolades and letters of gratitude from clients and associates thanking him for his creative skill, positive-upbeat attitude, commitment to quality workmanship and trustworthy integrity, and he enjoyed mentoring fellow contractors.
Paul loved spending time with his family. Weekly meals after church were a staple. He and his wife took their four grandchildren on annual trips, Hawaii being a favorite. Paul was especially thrilled to become a great-grandfather in 2018. He loved vacationing with his wife and traveled in the States and around the world. Paul enjoyed fishing, unique building structures, classic cars, the 49ers, reading historical novels and breakfast with the Tuesday Morning Crew. He was highly involved in his community as a professional and volunteer giving his time to Salvation Army, Red Shield, Modesto Area Christian Housing Corporation and Valley Builder Exchange. He was a Charter Member of Trinity United Presbyterian Church and sat on and chaired many committees over the years. He was always ready to help family, friends, and neighbors.
Family and friends will remember him for his calm and gentle strength, his love and care for immediate and extended family members, including his friends, all of whom he treasured, and his fun sense of humor and warm hugs. Per Paul's request, a private Celebration of Life Service will be held with family.
The family would be most grateful to receive an Emailed message from you regarding your memories of Paul at [email protected]. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Trinity Presbyterian Church or The Salvation Army, Modesto.
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Published by Modesto Bee on Aug. 11, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Anderson

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Lori Westley

August 17, 2019

I used to spend just about every other weekend with Paul, Twyla, Jeff, and Monique. Friday around 5pm ,I would just "go home" with Paul. I remember how on Saturday or Sunday mornings Paul go out and get donuts. True love was what the Andersons gave me. I can't find the words to say how much Paul and Twyla Jeff and Monique mean to me & the influence they had in my life.
I am praying for you all. Paul so kind-hearted, lived his life with integrity, loved God and his family. Thank you Paul Anderson for the fun at the cabin, the homemade ice-cream on the 4th of july, and the peace in your face when you smiled.

Deborah Hayes

August 14, 2019

It is with great sadness that I write some thoughts about one of the most wonderful men to walk the face of the Earth. My earliest memories in life are laced with Paul and Twyla Anderson, and Monique and Jeff, as part of the fabric of our family. My parents, Bob and Sally Shepherd, met Paul and Twyla while at Trinity Presbyterian Church with their very young families. Our families spent much time together and I vividly remember rich times of laughter, warm hugs, and watching our parents model authentic friendship. Paul had such a great sense of humor. Whenever I thought of a funny joke I would call 'Uncle Paul' on the phone and he would stop whatever he was doing to listen to whatever I thought was funny and give it a big laugh, even if it really wasn't that funny! I made those jokes phone calls all the way through the middle of high school with him. I'm so grateful for many years of being in their home, feeling loved, and understanding at a very organic level what family in Christ is and what a rich blessing. I always saw Paul as a strong and tender-hearted man. He exemplified kindness, humility, faith, playfulness, and pursuit of doing the right thing and being ethical. What an Incredible gift to grow up observing my parents living life with a wonderful couple, praying for one another, laughing with one another, weeping with one another and rejoicing with one another. Truly, the very fabric of my Foundation as a person today is woven as a result of the gift of living part of my life with Paul Anderson. Paul leaves a beautiful Legacy in his family and all the lives that he touched has he walked his days on this Earth with strength, authenticity, and The Shining Love Of Christ in him.

Couchmans

August 12, 2019

Paul's smile shined with the light of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was a man of great integrity and warmth. He loved his family and leaves a great legacy in his children, grandchildren and great grands! Love, David and Mary Couchman ❤

Jim Hoagland

August 11, 2019

I first met Paul in freshman football at Modesto High School. He was a natural leader and someone you were proud to call a friend. After MHS I would meet Paul occasionally and always enjoyed sharing recent events.
Ironically, I last saw Paul and Twyla at a classmate's funeral. I understood that Paul had serious health issues but never would have guessed it as he appeared strong and positive, characteristic of a man of conviction and faith. Paul will be missed by all who knew him.
Condolences to Twyla and family.

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