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Obituary For James W. "Scratch" Anderson, Jr.

Mr. James W. “Scratch” Anderson Jr.,79, of Madison, died April 19, 2020. SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE

Sunday, April 19, 2020, James Willie Anderson, Jr. was called “home” and his soul was set free. James was born on January 14, 1941 in Madison, NC to the late James Sr. and Levia Kellam Anderson. James was a devoted husband to the love of his life, Ruth Lindsey Anderson and a loving and caring father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to his family. James was educated in the Madison Public School System and graduated from Charles Drew High School in 1959. He was a proud member of the U. S. Army for three years. Once discharged, he began his work career at Burlington Industries where he was a dedicated employee until the company was bought out in 1987. James later worked at Pine Hall Brick, Inc. in Madison, NC where he remained until his retirement in 2014. James, affectionally known as “Scratch”, had a love of cars, his grandbabies, the Washington Redskins and the Carolina Tar Heels. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Mozelle Anderson Shelton. Left to cherish his memory: his wife; Ruth Lindsey Anderson, daughters; Annette Anderson and Lawanna Anderson, sons; Billy Anderson and Keith Anderson, his grandchildren; Nikki Waddell, Mikayla, Christian, Nicholas and Dorian Anderson, Gabrielle Atwood, great grandchild; Cameron Anderson, brother; Lawrence Anderson (Sheila), brothers-in-law; Robert Shelton, Otto Lindsey, sister-in-law; Betty Mosley and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Guest Book

My Uncle Billy was a wonderful and loving man. Quiet but so much wisdom. I love you unc! Kiss mama your sister Moot for me. Love always....Tammy

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No matter the distance or time just know I love you and you will always be my Papa Smurf. Nikki.W

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Keith, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Phyllis Gray

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I'm so very sorry for the loss of Billy. I remember as a child visiting the Andersons with my dad. I remember Billy being a jokester and making me laugh. He was always so kind. Rest In Peace Cousin. Family - The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 May our Lord grant you peace. -Sharon Kellam Miller

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I'm so very sorry for the loss of Billy. I remember as a child visiting the Andersons with my dad. I remember Billy being a jokester and making me laugh. He was always so kind. Rest In Peace Cousin.

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I'm so very sorry for the loss of Billy. I remember as a child visiting the Andersons with my dad. I remember Billy being a jokester and making me laugh. He was always so kind. Rest In Peace Cousin.

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Condolences to the family. Nora Montgomery

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Sorry for your loss.

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To Annette and family--I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. Please know that you are in my prayers. Pastor Tammy and Rod Ingram-Jamestown NC

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Sharing in the loss of your love one. May it comfort you to know other care. Helena Scales

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