Paul J. Anderson

Loa, Utah - Paul Jay Anderson, age 44, of Loa, passed away Friday January 10, 2014, in Provo, Utah, due to medical complications, with his family by his side. Paul was born May 21, 1969 in Nephi, Utah, a son of Maurice Anderson (deceased) and Jeneal Moosman. He was the father of Chelsea and the step-father of Tyler, who he loved very much. Paul loved and respected nature he loved being outdoors, hiking, fishing, hunting, taking pictures or simply watching the sunset. His greatest passion was hunting for fossils and minerals. He shared this love with his family and friends especially his nephews. His nephews, Justin (deceased), Jeffery, Michael, Jared, Dillon and Cody, towered over him in height, but to them Uncle Paul was a giant among men. Paul never met a person he didn't like and who didn't like him. Everyone was equal in his eyes. He would do anything to help anyone. He will be greatly missed. Paul is survived by mother Jeneal Moosman, daughter Chelsea, step-son Tyler, brother Eddie (Shauna), sisters Tamera (Mitch), Wanda (Dwight), nieces, nephews, many close friends and family members. The family wish to thank the compassionate, caring and professionalism of the Wayne County Ambulance staff, Sheriff's office, Sevier Valley Hospital and the truly awesome staff of Utah valley Hospital, especially Jeremy (the "the Rock Star Nurse "). In lieu of flowers please make donations in Paul's name to the Wayne County Ambulance Service c/o Ryan Torgerson, Wayne County Clerk. A celebration of Paul's life will be held Monday January 20, 2014 in the Loa LDS Stake Center at 12:00 noon, where friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the services. Burial will take place at a later date under the care of the Springer Turner Funeral Home of Richfield and Salina, Utah.