Janice Virginia Jacobsen Anderson

Janice Virginia Jacobsen Anderson, 98, returned peacefully to her Heavenly Father on October 7, 2025, surrounded by the loving family to whom she devoted her heart, time, and unwavering service. A cherished wife and beloved mother, her life was a radiant example of faith, compassion, and unconditional love.

Born November 23, 1926 in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Edith Virginia Budd and Andrew (Drew) Thomas Jacobsen, Janice lived a life anchored in faith and guided by a deep sense of purpose. In June 1948, she was sealed for time and all eternity to her sweetheart and eternal companion, Arthur Salzner Anderson, in the Salt Lake Temple. Together they raised seven children and created a legacy of love of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, each of whom was individually cherished and known.

To her posterity, she was simply “Grammy”—a title she wore with pride and grace. Her love language was service: custom-made birthday cakes, perfectly selected gifts, thoughtful surprises on holidays, Christmas Eve dinners that became a treasured family tradition, Christmas pajamas for every grandchild, homemade caramel candies and a cookie tree, and the ever-reliable cookie jar that never ran dry. Her home was a haven of warmth, where everyone felt remembered, valued, and deeply loved.

Her life was an unselfish symphony of service—not only within the family home, but in her Church and community. She served faithfully in numerous callings throughout her life: as Supervisor in the Relief Society, YWMIA, and Primary in the Central Atlantic States Mission (1968–71); as a writer for Church Family Home Evening and Relief Society manuals (1971–77); as a member of the Relief Society General Board (1983–89); as Matron of the Provo Utah Temple (1992–95); and on a Church Public Affairs nationwide special assignment (1995–2008), among many others. Her service was never about recognition—it was about love, obedience, and serving others. For over 70 years, Janice and Arthur stood side-by side as best friends, spiritual partners, and unwavering examples of covenant-keeping discipleship. They led their growing family in love, served together across the world, and uplifted countless lives with their example of unity, humility, and joy. Since Arthur’s passing in 2018, she said daily, “I miss your dad.” Now, reunited, they are inseparable once again—companions for eternity.

She is survived by her children: Roger B. (Laurie), Gregory B. (Allyson), Julie J.(Gregg Olsen), Lane J. (Julie), Margaret V. (Russell Ence), Heidi G. (Todd Eldredge), and Steven J., along with 72 grandchildren, 110 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren who continue to carry forward her legacy of faith, family, and service.She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur S. Anderson; her sister, Shirlee Jacobsen Knell; her daughter-in-law Robyn Curtis Anderson; grandchild Zachary Winstead and two beloved great-grandchildren, Daniel Nielson and Rex Flynn