James E. Anderson, age 87, of Adams, Wisconsin died November 10, 2009 at the Villa Pines Living Center in Friendship, Wisconsin.
A memorial gathering for family and friends will be held on Friday, November 13, 2009 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon. Military honors will be presented by the Veterans Honor Guard of Adams County.
James was born February 11, 1922 in Warba, Minnesota. He served in WWII and Korea and was a decorated Veteran. He was awarded the Purple Heart, two Bronze Stars and a Silver Star. In 1953 he married Maxine Johnson. Jim worked for Pre-Pakt Concrete Company until his retirement in 1987. He participated in projects such as the building of the Mackinac Bridge and followed his job around the country before settling with his family in the home he built in Adams, Wisconsin in 1961.
Jim enjoyed activities outside of work including hunting, woodcutting and various other outdoor activities. He was close to and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. 　
He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine and his son, Michael Anderson
Survivors:
Daughter: Margaret (Dick) Smith of Augusta, Wisconsin
Son: David (Kathie) Anderson of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Son: Richard Anderson of Adams, Wisconsin
Daughter: Laurie (Pat) Waite of Oxford, Wisconsin
Grandson: Alex (Lara) Ginter of Friendship, Wisconsin
Grandson: Craig Anderson of Centrailia, Washington
Grandson: Aaron Anderson of Fort Knox, Kentucky
Grandson: Scott Anderson of Fort Benning, Georgia
Granddaughter: Megan (Todd) Kautzer of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Monica Anderson of Middleton, Wisconsin
Great-grandson: Talan Ginter of Friendship, Wisconsin
Great-grandson: Zander Ginter of Friendship, Wisconsin
Extending our sympathy to Jims family and remembering the good times with him Alex and Pud at Skyline making snow. What fun we had with all our Skyline Friends and how few of us are left. Time passes things change but we are left with fond memories. May God Bless the Anderson family at this time at another change in their lives
We are sorry to here of your recent loss. We shared alot great memories hanging out in "the shop" under his watchful eye. Our thoughts are with you and your family through these difficult times.
you are in our thoughts and prayers
Laurie You are in my thoughts and prayers..I thought of you yesterday. Take care. Teresa
May God comfort you during this difficult time. you have our deepest sympathy
Sorry to hear about your loss. Always remember the good times!
Sorry to hear of Jims passing. He and Junior had many great times together. My sincere sympathy to entire family.