James L. Anderson, 84, of Mooresville, IN, died on October 24, 2011. James was born to James N. & Ova M. (Watkins) Anderson on October 29, 1926 in Indianapolis, IN. He was a 1944 Decatur Central High School Graduate. He was a Navy World War II Veteran. He married Norma Jean (English) Anderson on November 16, 1946.
Before James retired in 1984, he was a Stock Chaser for Allison Detroit Diesel Plant #5 for 32 years. He has lived in Mooresville, IN since 1953 and his birthplace of Indianapolis, IN for 27 years. He was a member of Monrovia Christian Church. He loved automobiles & working outside. He especially loved spending time with the grandchildren and their activities.
James is survived by his wife, Norma Jean (English) Anderson of Mooresville, IN; 4 children, LaDonna (Mike) Edwards of Monrovia, IN, James "Nick" (Sherrie) Anderson of Indianapolis, IN, Craig D. (Kristi) Anderson of Indianapolis, IN, Cheryl A. (Don) Coonce of Indianapolis, IN; 4 grandchildren, Jeff (Stefanie) Trammell, Josh (Julie) Anderson, Brian Anderson & Cara (Ryan)Bennett and 6 great grandchildren.
James is preceded in death by his parents, James N. & Ova M. (Watkins) Anderson; 1 brother, John Anderson; 2 sisters, Mary Braun & Elizabeth Stanley.
Calling will be from 4-8pm, Thursday, October 27, 2011 and 1-2pm, Friday, October 28, 2011 at Jones Crossing Banquet Center, next to Jones Family Mortuary. The funeral will be at 2pm, Friday, October 28, 2011 at Jones Crossing Banquet Center. James will be laid to rest in White Lick Cemetery.
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