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James Michael "Dancer" Anderson

Orinda, California

1947 - 2018

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James Michael "Dancer" AndersonNovember 29, 1947Resident of Orinda, CAJames Michael Anderson, born in Oakland and a lifetime Bay Area resident, passed away unexpectedly on Halloween Eve, 2017.He is survived by his wife Jeannie Campbell Anderson (Bauman), for almost 30 years of romance, love and...

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Later big bro!! My best friends older brother. And a huge influence to both of us. From being my Den chief in boy Scouts. To getting me and Larry gigs with our light show(acropolis) to organizing great entertainment at my motorcycle shop on opening day. I had run away to Hawaii when I was 20 with nothing and came back 25 years later with property and beautiful family. Jim told me I was his hero. Coming from my hero it was huge.. I miss all the Anderson's , what a great family and I was...

So sorry to hear Jim has passed met him in Atlanta GA many years ago when he was road manager for Gregg Allman band he was a great friend he will be missed RIP brother your friend Rick Martin

We were business partners in his first antique store in Sunol, where we both lived next door to each other. Turned me on to fishing at Sand Bar Flat 45 years ago and we fished together for many years. Larger than life. Rest In peace, Jim. I think of you often.
Mark Williams

Sorry to hear about Jim's passing--it's quite a shock!
Jim was a close friend of my brother Al. The two of them shared good times at Jim and Jeannie's Orinda residence until Al's untimely death in May of 2014. I was supposed to have informed Jim of Al's memorial service but I got too bogged down with life matters and never organized the service. Subsequently I never talked to Jim again and I am remorseful about that. I considered him a friend and I know those of us who were blessed to...

Joyful are the memories shared in this Life, especially in these times a changing. Gratitude for the smiles and thanks to James Dancer and countless friends that helped create the music and heart community we are and became. BGP was a magical time for many of us behind the scenes, out front and on the floor!

Joyful are the memories shared in this Life, especially in these times a changing. Gratitude for the smiles and thanks to James Dancer and countless friends that helped create the music and heart community we are and became. BGP was a magical time for many of us behind the scenes, out front and on the floor!

Dear Sweet Lovable Jimmie - A giant amongst men and women! True to heart and soul! RIP until we meet again my friend!

Dear Jeannie,

Bigger than life.

Loved by everyone.

We miss him.

See you Sunday!


Love and hugs,

Mindy

Goodbye Jim,
You always had a smile on your face.Even during the tough times of the 70's.I was happy to be your bartender for a few years at the Lucky Lion.You made being a prospect look easy.In all that time,nobody ever had a Bad Word to say about you....You never searched for Fame but Fame wanted you so badly.Even so,you kept a Humble Demeaner about yourself and put others first .Have a Great Ride Bro........