James Robert “Bob” Anderson, 75, Of Front Royal, Virginia passed away on Friday, February 4, 2022 at Winchester Medical Center.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, February 11, 2022 at 11 AM at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 West Main Street, Front Royal with Sammy Campbell officiating. Burial will follow at Panorama Memorial Gardens.
Bob was born on June 30, 1946 in Winchester, Virginia to the late Ralph and Kathleen Jenkins Anderson. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 34 years, Sallyann Ridgway Anderson and three older brothers, Ralph Jr. “Jim”, Donnie and Jerry. He moved to Front Royal following his marriage in 1972. His hobbies included woodworking, gardening and small engine repair.
Surviving are Bob’s brothers, Wayne and Kenny; sister, Ann; Godson, Jesse Budd; long-term caregiver, Vicki Lewis; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and his beloved dog, Sally.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 10, 2022 from 6 to 8 PM at the funeral home.
My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Bob was a wonderful man, mentor, and friend. I worked for Bob during my teenage years around the house trimming rose bushes, trees, or whatever needed to be done. Midday there was always lunch with he and Sallyann. I loved working in the shop where I learned more than I’ll ever remember about woodworking. I especially enjoyed it when he had an idea and we were able to sketch it out and begin the process of making it real. We were always planning for the next Royal Ranger camping event, by cutting out foldable picnic tables, making a sign, making space shuttles out of drums, and the list goes on.
Thanks Bob for all the life lessons and your patience along the way.
What a wonderful friend . Will be missed but never forgotten.