Bryce Clarence Anderson

Bryce Clarence Anderson, 86, passed away February 28, 2017 in St. George, Utah. He was born December 1, 1930 in Salina, Utah to Carl and Armanella Jesson Anderson. Bryce graduated from North Sevier High School, where he was student body president, involved in the music program and was the drum major for the marching band. Bryce excelled in music, playing the saxophone, trumpet and clarinet. He formed his own band, Bryce's Arcadians and traveled throughout central Utah playing dance music for many years. Bryce married Maxine Swain; they were blessed with four children. They were later sealed in the Manti Temple. In 1961, Bryce and family moved to Salt Lake City where he worked for the Hogle family at Fantasy Ranch training quarter horses for show and racing. Each spring, Mr. Hogle, Bryce and others were off to Santa Barbara, California to participate in the California Tradition of the Rancheros Visitadores Ride. Later he was employed by Pearson Enterprises as grounds manager for their many hotels. Bryce and Maxine were later divorced. Bryce was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He held many priesthood positions and callings, including serving as Bishop of the Millcreek Ward in Salt Lake City. He also served many years as a scout leader in both the Salt Lake and South Jordan areas. He was a positive influence in the lives of countless young men, giving them guidance and teaching them values to use in their lives. On November 13, 1982, Bryce married Sally Coutta Davis and were later sealed in the Jordan River Temple. They owned Anderson Landscape, enhancing the grounds of major hotels in the Salt Lake valley and winning many awards for their artistic creations. Keeping a beautiful yard and garden was always a source of great pride for Bryce. He also enjoyed square and line dancing, traveling, rock collecting, root beer floats, Oreos and Chuck-A-Rama. He was an avid TV sports fan who loved the Utah Jazz, BYU and even the U of U. After retirement, Bryce and Sally were "snowbirds" sharing time between their homes in Hurricane and Aurora, Utah. Bryce was a great man who lived an exemplary life. His character, integrity, strong stature yet gentle nature was admired by all. He was a humble and honest servant of his Heavenly Father and most would say the hardest working person they knew. Bryce was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all. He always had a word of encouragement, a wink, or a smile for anyone in need. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren loved the magic and wonder he instilled in their lives. Bryce is survived by his wife Sally; children: Linda (Allan) Lanng, David (Vicky) Anderson, Doug (Carol) Anderson, Debra (David) Maher; stepchildren: Ronald (Deborah) Davis, Scott (Nadene) Davis, Timothy Davis, Benton (Jennifer) Davis, Charlynn (Brandon) James and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren who were the loves of his life. A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 19th, 4:00-7:00 p.m. at The Barn at Wheeler Farm, 6351 South 900 East, Murray, UT 84121. Please join us for a tribute and celebration of Bryce's life and share your memories of this wonderful man. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, UT 84741-5000. Also, please have a Sunday dinner with your loved ones and give everyone a hug. Life is precious. Place of Birth:Salina, UtahPlace of Death:St. George, Utah