James Michael Anson

Longtime Wantagh Long Island resident and retired high school teacher, James Michael Anson (affectionately known as Jesse and Jimmy), unexpectedly passed away on October 21, 2021 at the age of 67. He was an avid griller, gardener and music fan. As a lifelong lover of music, he attended countless concerts and music festivals during his lifetime. His favorite band of all time was the Allman Brothers Band. He was always present at their concerts whenever they toured New York. James was also a sports enthusiast. He was passionate about baseball and always rooted exuberantly for his hometown and favorite team - the New York Yankees. James also loved the beach. The ocean was his happy place. It was quite literally like paradise to him. He wanted every day to be a beach day. Being at the beach was very therapeutic to him..

James is survived by his wife, Margaret, a Speech-Language Pathologist at P168X in Bronx NY; his sisters, Patricia Duey (Von), Diana Geres (Mark); brother, Michael (the late Ann Marie); daughter, Rachel Hudish; step-son, Vincent Charles; step-daughter, Michelle Charles; and cousin-in-law, Cecilia Ettienne. He is the quirky uncle of Nicole, Robert (Stacey), Jennifer (Dr. James Keyes), Michael (Mikki), Rebecca, and Felicity. Grandfather of Gabriel, Willow, Evanora, Dorothea, and Alexander. Great-uncle to Chase, Damien, Mace, and Evelyn.

Arrangements entrusted to the T. Carrillo Funeral Service, LLC in Bronx, New York. Jimmy will be honored in celebration of life on November 20, 2021 from 4-7 pm.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to National Education Association (NEA) Foundation or the Musicians Foundation.

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