Jeffrey Wayne Anderson, Sr., aged 58, passed away on July 21, 2025, at his home in
Bonne Terre, Missouri. Jeff was born on April 4, 1967, in Cahokia, Illinois to Earl W. Anderson and Patricia Bequette.

He was a devoted husband to his wife of 21 years Paulette and a loving father to their son Ethan. He is also survived by his children from a previous marriage, Jeff Dobhriste (Cristina and Jessica), Jaime (Travis) Galetka and their children Elizabeth, Olivia and Arthur. Jaklynn Anderson and her children Riley and Colton.

Jeffrey was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army serving from 1987 until 2000. He valued his service highly and after his retirement from the army, he continued to work alongside active duty service members as a civilian contractor overseas and stateside. Jeffrey enjoyed traveling, fishing, and his passions were working on his cars, house and spending time with his family. Jeffrey was always up for a challenge and loved to spend quiet times listening to his favorite music with his beloved dogs sitting on his lap. He will be deeply missed by those who were close to him.

Jeffrey Anderson was preceded in death by his father, Earl W. Anderson, and his brother, Robert Thompson.

Jeffrey will be laid to rest at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Missouri  where a private burial will be held.