James Wylie Anderson, 94, entered into rest on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Born in Timmonsville SC, he was the son of the late Wylie Eugene Anderson and the late Juanita Weaver Anderson.

Mr. Anderson graduated from Clemson College in 1954. He then served his country in the United States Army for 11 years. He was involved in fertilizer sales for over 40 years. He was the bus driver for the Manor for 17 years and in later years he and his wife started River Bend Bus Tours. He enjoyed traveling the country and meeting new people. He also loved square dancing.

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Ed Anderson (Iris); daughter, Kelly McInville (Mike); grandchildren, Jay Anderson (Emily), Ryan Anderson (Amber), Taylor Bell (Jason); 5 greatgrandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Teal Anderson; an infant son, James Joseph Anderson, grandson, Lewis McInville; and his siblings.

A graveside service to honor his life will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, October 26th, 2026 at Pisgah Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends immediately following the service.

Memorials may be made to Pisgah Methodist Church, 621 N. Ebenezer Rd., Florence, SC 29501.

The directors of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home is caring for the family.