Missouri Press Association
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James “Jim” D. Anderson, 73, of Centertown, formerly of Hermann, died peacefully in his home Sept. 25, 2025, surrounded by his family.
A graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism in photojournalism, his first job was editor of the Versailles Leader-Statesman. In 1981 Anderson purchased the Advertiser Courier newspaper in Hermann and owned Graf Printing Co.
Anderson served on the Missouri Press Association board of directors, as well as president of the regional Central Missouri Press group and president of the Missouri Advertising Managers Association.
He is survived by three children, Brent, Greg and Susan; seven grandchildren; a brother, Tom; and many more family and friends.
