David James Anderson - Cremation Society of Virginia

David James Anderson

Date of Death: November 27, 2020

David James Anderson joined the Church Triumphant on Friday, November 27, 2020 with his sisters by his side. He was the son of the late Kate Willis Anderson and James Corbin Anderson. David was born July 23, 1942 at Parrish Memorial Hospital in Portsmouth, VA and was raised in Portsmouth where he graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School.

In 1964, He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Hampden-Sydney College with dual degrees, Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science. While there he was a founding member of Sigma Nu Fraternity. He received the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award for “… noble character…and service to others,” was listed among Who’s Who in Colleges and Universities, and was a member of the G.E.College Bowl Team that competed on national TV for Hampden-Sydney. He continued his studies at Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, VA, graduating from there with a Master of Divinity degree.

Having been ordained by the Presbyterian Church he served pastorates in Belle Haven Presbyterian Church (Eastern Shore), Powelton Presbyterian Church (Wachapreague, VA), Kempsville Presbyterian Church (Virginia Beach) and Perrow Presbyterian Church (Crosslanes, West Virginia.)

In retirement, he was a long-term substitute with the Chesapeake Public Schools at Oscar Smith High and Hickory High School. As a member of King’s Grant Presbyterian Church, he became an active volunteer with the Kairos Prison Ministry. He was a talented musician, scholar, and consummate learner, always ready to try new skills. He was a friend to all and a man of great faith.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Pond Anderson of Laurinburg, NC, his children, Margaret Kate Johnson(Allen) of Laurinburg, NC, Christian David Anderson of Maxton, NC, and John Samuel Anderson(Andrea) of Seminole, FL, 7 grandchildren, his sisters Julia A. Wilson and her husband Eugene C. Wilson and Ellen A. Hill, plus many cousins, nieces and nephews and their children who were always special to him. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law F. Judson Hill.

The family is grateful to Heather Withrow and her staff at Magnolia Manor in Virginia Beach for their devotion and care that provided him peace, comfort, and dignity in these last months.

A memorial service will be held at a date yet to be determined. Donations in David’s memory can be made to Kairos Prison Ministry International, at 100 Debary Plantation Blvd, DeBary, FL 32713.

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Many great memories of David as pastor at KPC.

Knowing that David has passed is a loss for everyone who knew him and a personal loss for me. As his cousin, I always admired and respected him and even looked up to him. He had a special clarity of thought and practical application of the gospel that I always found insightful and comforting. Although our paths didn't seem to cross often enough, every time they did, I came away feeling like I had been in the presence of a man who truly loved the Lord, and his family, and his friends. Although we are all diminished by his passing we are comforted in the knowledge he is in the presence of God and family.

David was a devoted Servant of the Lord and was there for our family at important events in our lives at KPC. Much sympathy to his Family. He will always be remembered as a blessing to our Family. Ed & Olga Pleasants & Family

David and I met over 59 years ago at Hampden-Sydney College. No two students were so obviously opposite; he was the intelligent, studious scholar and I was the dumb jock. Yet, we became bound in a friendship that withstood all the tests that so many years provide. He was proud to have adopted me as his “big brother” and I was equally proud to accept. When my son was born, there was no question who his namesake would be. I will miss my Little Brother greatly.

My wife Mary Beth and I loved David and knew here well. David was not only a great pastor but a good friend. We are so very sorry for his passing and David will be missed by us and many others. May the Lord comfort the family during this difficult time.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

In all that has occurred this year, 2020, we have experienced many emotions. Although, we are rejoicing with heaven, we are also sorry for your loss.We pray you will experience God’s peace. Thankfully, Jesus can bring peace even in times of loss. John 16:33, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble...” peace be with you.

We knew David as our pastor at Kempsville Presbyterian Church and he, along with Father George Stockhowe of the Episcopal Church of the Messiah, married us on November 23, 1985. Also had the memorable experience of joining a group led by Reverend Anderson on a trip to Israel in approximately 1980.

Robert and I enjoyed our time at Kempsville Presbyterian with David as our pastor and we thought his sermons were the best! He always gave a good, meaty, 20 minutes or 20, Presbyterian sermon! We pray for God's peace, comfort, and provision for his family.

I learned a lot about David that I did not know in this review of a life well lived. May your fond memories comfort you during this hard time.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.