James Auld Anderson Jr.'s Obituary
James Auld Anderson, Jr., age 74 of Lewes, DE passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023. He was born on February 7, 1949, in Buffalo, NY, son of the late James A. Sr. and Lois (Bixby) Anderson.
Mr. Anderson grew up in Kenmore, NY and was a former longtime resident of Takoma Park, MD, and Walterboro, SC. He was currently residing in Angola by the Bay, Lewes, DE and Amherst, Nova Scotia. Mr. Anderson graduated from Kenmore West Senior High School in NY. He continued his education at Rutgers University in NJ, obtaining his BA in 1976 and ultimately his master's degree in 1982 from the University of South Carolina.
Mr. Anderson enjoyed a lifelong career in education, working for several schools throughout his career and holding multiple positions in SC and MD, including teacher, coach, and principal. After moving to Maryland, he resumed his career in Prince George's County Public Schools, working as a teacher and coach at Crossland High School, Tall Oaks, and Bladensburg High School. After retiring from teaching, and until his death, Mr. Anderson worked as CFO for the Law Office of Adele L. Abrams PC in Beltsville, MD.
Mr. Anderson loved boating, golf, traveling, reading history, rooting for the Nationals and attending musical concerts. He was a Friend of Bill W. for nearly 30 years. Mr. Anderson brought history to life for his students and his passion for educating future generations never waned. He truly enjoyed time spent with his friends and family, and his presence will be deeply missed.
Mr. Anderson is survived by his wife, Adele L. Abrams; his children: Jeffrey M. Anderson, Elspeth Anderson Dyal, and Meagan Anderson Marvin, and his six grandchildren, all of SC; his sister, Holly A. Conners; his niece, Sharon Conners; his nephew, Patrick Conners; and his two beloved dogs, Pinkie, and Kingston (Little Bits).
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at 11:00 AM, at Pilgrim Hills Park Activities Building, 1615 East Randolph Road, Colesville, MD. All who cannot attend the service in person are invited to join via zoom by visiting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88409790148?pwd=dDhQRzRIMm0rSURkK1VXTG9qQUcrQT09. The meeting ID number is 884 0979 0148 and the passcode is 056426.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in Mr. Anderson's memory to the Delray Club of AA, https://delrayclub.org/donations
Please sign the virtual guestbook located on the tribute page.
FLORIST NOTE: PLEASE DELIVER ALL ARRANGEMENTS DIRECTLY TO THE FAMILY.
What’s your fondest memory of James?
What’s a lesson you learned from James?
Share a story where James' kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with James you’ll never forget.
How did James make you smile?