August 3, 2024, 63, Dudley —

Jerome Donnell Anders, 63, died Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, at his home in Dudley, N.C.

Jerome was born on Dec. 18, 1960, in Wilmington, N.C., to Donnell Elisha Anders and Julia Elmore Anders. He spent more than 30 years working for Flowers Baking Company and was an avid NASCAR fan. Jerome was a loving husband and father and will be missed by his family.

Jerome was preceded in death by his parents, his uncle, James Walterman Anders, and his beloved dog, Coco. He is survived by his wife, Diana Brown Anders; sons Jeremy and Jordan (Amanda Parmelee), daughter Crystal (Christian Anderson); stepson Justin Brown (Melissa); brothers James and David (Sharon); grandchildren Jackson Anders, Camden Brown and Cameron Anderson; niece Brandie; and several aunts and cousins.

A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 17, at Cornerstone Assembly of God (1004 NC-222) in Fremont.

Services of Love & Compassionate Care have been entrusted to Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors and Cremations, LLC.