Jack "Crusher" Stevens Anderson Jr.

Jack Stevens Anderson, Jr., lovingly known as “Crusher”, 72, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, in Frankfort, Kentucky, surrounded by his loving family after a prolonged illness. Born in Mayfield, Kentucky, Steve was the son of the late Jack Stevens Anderson, Sr. and the late Linda Spalding Anderson. A 1971 graduate of Mayfield High School, he played football for the Mayfield Cardinals and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Murray State University in 1975. Steve made his home in Frankfort after college and spent over 27 years in public service with the Commonwealth of Kentucky. He served in both the Office of the Inspector General and the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, earning deep respect for his integrity, sharp mind, and commitment to service. A lifelong sports enthusiast, Steve was a passionate supporter of high school football, attending games with his beloved Friday Night Lights crew. Of that close-knit group, Jack Phipps and Jimmy Stevens remain, while Steve now joins the late David Wade, Gus McDonald, Aaron Cardwell, and Wayne Hubbard. He was also an avid fan of University of Kentucky basketball and football—few cheered louder or longer than he did. Steve was a beloved figure in the local softball community, where he played and umpired for decades. Known as “Crusher” behind the plate, he officiated girls’ high school slow-pitch games, Capital View Park leagues, church leagues, and co-ed leagues across the region. His booming voice and fair judgment made him a fixture on the field. Steve is survived by his wife of 30 years, Elizabeth “Betsy” Graves Anderson; two sons, Jack Taylor Anderson (Bethany) and Mathew Stevens Anderson (Taylor); and his cherished grandson, Matthew Bennett Anderson. He will be remembered for his dry wit, deep love for his family, passion for sports, and quiet strength. His legacy lives on in all who knew and loved him. A celebration of life gathering will be from 4:00-7:00 pm Friday, September 12, 2025, at LeCompte Johnson Taylor Funeral Home and from 4:00-7:00 pm Friday, October 3, 2025, at the Frankfort Country Club. Flowers are welcome but, if you would like to make a donation in Crusher's memory, please make it to Hospice Bluegrass Care Navigators, 643 Teton Trail, Frankfort, KY 40601 and/or Franklin County Humane Society, 100 Companion Pl, Frankfort, KY 40601.

Jack "Crusher" Stevens Anderson Jr.

January 9, 1953 - September 8, 2025