Age 50 of South St. Paul 

Began his journey to the spirit world on Dec. 23, 2020. He is met in the spirit world by his father, Gerald (Step-Mother Lou); Step-Father, Bill Carmody; Mother of his children, Jane Oliver; Grandparents and other relatives. Survived by daughter, Amy Oliver; son, James E. Anderson; mother, Janice Carmody; sister, Geraldine (Lawrence) Lusty; grandchildren, Isaiah, Aiden & Adrian; also many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. James took a lot of pride in being a Father and Grandfather and was the king of Dad Jokes. He enjoyed the blues and watching UFC. Honorary pallbearers are Justin Schwingle, Lonnie Finke, Trey Townsend, John Markgraf, Tonya Norcross and Matthew Hess. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be from 3-6 Wednesday, December 30th, with a Ceremony and Time of Sharing beginning at 6 PM at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Memorials preferred.