Dr. James "Jimmy" Noble Anderson

It is with sincere heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. James Noble Anderson, Sr., a beloved resident of Montgomery, Alabama. Dr. Anderson, age 84, left this world on January 15th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished.

Dr. “Jimmy” Anderson was preceded in passing by his loving wife of 51 years, Jane Lee Anderson . He is survived by his son J Noble Anderson Jr., MD of Montgomery; daughters Beth Sullivan and Lee (Todd) Batey of Wetumpka; and four grandchildren: Christiana L. Shockley (Michael) of Prattville , Mary (Jason) Ward of Montgomery , Katie Sullivan of Montgomery , and James N. Anderson III of Birmingham. He is survived also by his brother John D (Pamela) Anderson of Terry, Mississippi.

Also surviving him are his brother in law Judge Tom (Norma Ruth) S Lee of Madison, MS along with nieces and nephews Elizabeth (David and Claudia), Maron; Judge Stewart Lee (Heather); Tom; Mollie; Steven , Michael—all from Madison, MS.

Dr. Anderson led an extraordinary life as an accomplished athlete, surgeon, businessman, husband to Jane Lee for over five decades—a true partnership—and a devoted father and grandfather.

Born in Jackson Mississippi to Noble Day and Jamie Myers Anderson, he graduated from Clinton High School before attending the University of Mississippi—his beloved Alma Mater—where he played football as fullback "Hoss" Anderson for the 1959 National Championship Ole Miss Rebels team while earning a spot on the All SEC Team. He was also an active member of Sigma Chi fraternity as well as the "M Club" and Guardian Societies at the university.

Following his undergraduate studies at Ole Miss,he pursued medical school in Jackson before completing his surgical residency. His passion for cardiothoracic surgery led him to Harvard Massachusetts General Hospital where he completed his fellowship in this specialty , eventually settling in Montgomery Alabama to start his private practice.

In addition to his medical career, he served as a captain in the Air Force National Guard as a flight surgeon.

Dr. Anderson dedicated his entire career to practicing medicine at various hospitals in the area, including St. Margaret's, Jackson, and Baptist. He was one of the founding physicians of "Doctors Hospital" in East Montgomery and performed the first modern open-heart surgery in town.

After retiring from his successful surgical practice, Dr. Anderson continued to serve his community by working as the city of Montgomery's Police Physician for a decade. He also collaborated with the local federal social security disability office for several years before stepping down in 2019.

During his final years, Dr. Anderson found immense joy and fought passionately for quality time spent with family and loved ones, being known to his grandchildren as "Big Pop". His unwavering strength and determination earned him the title of champion both on and off the field throughout his entire life.

A private graveside service will be held at Leak Memory on January 22nd, 2024.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Baptist Health Care Foundation PO Box 241647 Montgomery, Al. 36124 —a cause close to Dr. Anderson's heart.

We extend our deepest condolences to all those who had their lives touched by Dr. Anderson , a remarkable individual who will forever be remembered for his contributions, kindness, and love.