Betty Jean Anderson

Betty Jean Anderson, 82, beloved wife and mother to two of Sandy, UT, joined her husband in heaven on January 6, 2025.

Betty was born in Houston, TX on December 1, 1942 to Fred and Maude May Cooley. Betty was the youngest of five siblings. Growing up she enjoyed riding horses and racing fast cars, a skill her family teased her about still using while driving the streets in Sandy. Betty attended high school and then served a mission in Ontario, Canada before moving to Utah and attending Brigham Young University.

She married Harvey Eugene Anderson March 25, 1980 in the Salt Lake City Temple. Shortly after, Betty became the proud and devoted mother to Joshua and Betty Jean (BJ). She tenaciously learned new skills, worked hard for her family as well as created fun memories with them.

Betty lived her life in a joyful, energetic way that uplifted those around her.

Known for her love of teaching primary children and diet coke, she cheered up everyone who met her. Her signature southern drawl, red hair and wide smile made her many lifelong friends.

Betty was preceded in death by husband Harvey, and is survived by Josh and BJ —who learned essential life lessons from her undiminished hope, unconquerable spirit, and unconditional love. She’ll be remembered for her kindness, faith, patience and happy demeanor.

Her funeral service will be held Thursday, January 16 at 11:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 1223 E 7800 S, Midvale, UT 84047. Prior to the funeral, her viewing will be 10:15 -10:45 at the church. Her internment will be held immediately following the services at the Utah Veterans Cemetery, 17111 South Camp Williams Rd. Bluffdale.