James Anderson Obituary

James T. Anderson, age 45 of Paw Paw, formerly of Clare, passed away Friday, February 18, 2011 in Kalamazoo.
James was born the son of James E. and Karen G. (Miller) Anderson on July 2, 1965 in Flint. James had graduated from Clare High School in 1982, and had earned his bachelor's of business degree from Ferris State University in 1986.
James was a Detroit Lions fanatic. He loved snowmobiling, the outdoors and golfing. James loved everything automotive, he was especially fond of Mopar related items.
James is survived by his parents James and Karen Anderson of Clare; his son James E. Anderson II of Mt. Pleasant; a brother Scott Anderson of Lake; and his sister Annette (Phillip) Potosky of Fort Wayne, Indiana; as well as many other family members.
Services for James will take place on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 1 p.m.. at the St. Cecilia Catholic Church with Father Bill Rutkowski officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday fros 5-8 P.M. at the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home.
A prayer service will take place on Monday evening at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Clare Little League. On-line guestbook at www.stephenson-wyman.com

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Published by Morning Sun from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2011.

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Bob Greene

March 31, 2011

I was so surprised and saddened to hear of "Big Jim" passing. He was a good friend. I missed a call from him, apparently shortly before this happened. I will forever wish I had not missed his call. He had a heart of gold, and was never afraid to tell you what he thought. He loved his friends, and his family. He will be sorely missed.

February 28, 2011

To Jim Anderson's family, especially "Jimmy": I am absolutely saddened to hear of this great loss. I will always remember what a great friend "Big Jim" was to me during my time in Kalamazoo. I miss him so much already and was so incredibly saddened to hear he passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you...Big Jim is missed more than words can say...He could always make me laugh and I promise you Jim, I won't throw myself a "pity party." I love you! Love, Your Friend Carrie

Carrie Coleman

February 27, 2011

Dear Jim, I miss you tremendously. I have since I moved to NY. God Bless your Family as they mourn you and celebrate your life. I don't know what happened - know wonder why you weren't getting back to me! I love you! Carrie

Todd Pohl

February 25, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the Andersons. Special greetings to "Little Jimmy",please don't forget your friends here in Kalamazoo and Paw Paw. Reach out anytime you need us. Todd Pohl ,Great Lakes Chemical Service Writer.

February 25, 2011

God speed . The entire staff at PCS Inc. is deeply sorry for the loss of this great man. I have had the joy of working with Jim on a business level and also found friendship outside of the work place. I will always remember the funny stories he shared and the great sense of humor he possesed. Jim truly was one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Chris Eyles (PCS Inc. Corona, CA)

Kat Simpson

February 24, 2011

Mr & Mrs Anderson ,Jimmy and Family,
Words can never express how saddend I am to hear today about Jim. I am in total shock and wish I would of known. No wonder I did not hear back from him thought he was busy with work.
I have known Jim since attending Ferris. He has been a Great Friend.
Jim has always told you how it is, given his advice which you may not like the truth, but he would call it the way it he saw it. Most of all I will miss our freindship. We could talk about anything and still respect each others viewpoints. Jim was a go getter and looked to achieving his dreams.
He use to call me his personal clothes shopper. Make him look like a million bucks under $20 in designer clothes. That was our inside joke.

I know everyone that has been touched by someone special like Jim and will never be forgotten. He had a big heart. Jim meant alot of things to different people and will be tremendously missed.
May the love from family and friends help you through this difficult time.

Kat Simpson

Joy Wiersma

February 21, 2011

Mr. & Mrs. Anderson, Jim III & family,
I have known Jim on a business & personal level for about 15 years, he was a customer at our company & finally met in person a few years ago. I'm still in shock that Jim passed away, as I know you are. It seemed like nothing could get him down. My parents passed away the last 1-1/2 years & Jim was always so concerned about how I was doing & he would keep my family in his thoughts & prayers and now I'm keeping his family in my prayers.
Ironically, he was going to detail my new car at his shop but wasn't getting return calls from him the last few weeks-my last call to him was on Valentine's Day. I was planning on going to G.R. the day he died, but never heard back.
Our entire company is mourning Jim's loss, we'll miss him as a friend & a good customer. Everyone says "they're in a better place" but the thing is we'll never see our loved ones on earth again.
With my deepest sorrow *Chop, Chop, Jim & I will be sending a card!
Thanks for being a great friend & listening to me and cutting me off on the phone. (Ha Ha)....wish I could make you laugh now.
Love your tail...
-Joy

Mitch Wassink

February 21, 2011

"May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand."

Jim you will be missed. You were a great man and have always been there for me when ever I needed anything. I will see you on the other side.

Mitch

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