James Warren Anderson

James W. Anderson of Farmington passed away Monday August 12, 2013 at the family home doing what he loved... taking care of the yard. He was born September 28, 1933 in Seagraves, Texas to Thelma and Adrian Anderson. The Family later moved to Belen where he lived until he enlisted in the army. When James returned home he got a job with the phone company and started a lifelong career. James met and married Calene Shelhamer in Aztec, New Mexico on May 9, 1959. The family lived in Aztec until 1970 then moved to Gallup, New Mexico after seven years they returned to Farmington and remained until his passing. James leaves behind one sister, Lynn Derr of Belen, New Mexico. Sister-in-law Dorothy Anderson, two daughters Starla (Kelly) Thompson and Darla (Roy) Johnson, four grandchildren Falynn Burns, Amanda (Rob) Bradshaw, Brittany Burns and Chad Burns. Also left behind are two great grandchildren, Easten Gibbs and Scarlett Burns along with many nieces and nephews. James was preceded in Death by his wife Calene, parents and a bother Buddy and sister Vonne. There will be a private celebration at a later date for the family. James's care is entrusted to Brewer Lee and Larkin 103 East Ute St. Farmington, 505-325-8688.