Jayce Robert Anderson

Jayce Robert Anderson, 31, passed away on October 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, adventure, hard work, and devotion to his family. Born in Somerville, Jayce grew up in Basking Ridge before making his home in Whitehouse Station in 2018. A graduate of Ridge High School and Somerset County Vo-Tech, Jayce carried a strong sense of community and service throughout his life. He completed the fire academy and volunteered with the Basking Ridge Fire Department for a short time in 2016.

There is truly no way to fully capture the person he was in just a few paragraphs. He was an amazing father, always passing on his skills and passions to his children. He was an amazing husband, the relationship him and Megan had was one like no other. He cared so deeply for his parents and brothers, always wanting to see them happy. His love for his family is what always kept him going. Megan was Jayce's soulmate, his best friend, and the love of his life, and he was hers. Their relationship was a testament to the rare and beautiful kind of love that grows alongside you, from teenage years to lifetime of shared dreams. Their children, Jameson, Braelyn, and Chase, were his greatest joy, his proudest accomplishment, and the center of his world. He loved watching them grow into themselves and have big personalities and sharing his passions with them. Jameson shares a passion of riding dirtbikes, so happy to be able to ride with the “big boys” and Braelyn and Chase were following suit. Jayce also peaked Jameson’s interest in hunting from a young age and all 3 kids were so proud of what he was capable of doing. Every deer, every bear, every fish and his elk, they were so proud of him. While hunting was one of Jayce's greatest passions, it could never compare to the love he had for Megan and their children. Jayce was an amazing husband, father, and son.

Jayce was the kind of man who could fix just about anything, provide for his family in countless ways, and turn an ordinary day into an adventure. He had a heart of gold, a curious spirit, and a natural ability to make friends wherever he went. His passions for farming, hunting, riding dirtbikes were such big parts of his life. Jayce truly was a man born for adventure. His hunting adventures with friends and family were some of the happiest times of his life, he was so passionate about it, that his and Megan’s first date was in a tree stand. He loved the hunt and the rush that came with shooting a massive buck, always challenging himself to get a bigger bear, and his elk hunt was the hunt of a lifetime. These experiences reflected the person he was extremely capable, adventurous, and always willing to learn something new. Jayce's love for the outdoors went far beyond hunting and fishing. He took pride in providing for his family, from making hay, picking apples, the game he brought home, the fruits and vegetables he grew on the farm or in his garden, that would be canned for the months ahead. He understood the value of hard work and the satisfaction of knowing he was taking care of the people he loved. He provided not only through his work and skills, but through his thoughtfulness, resourcefulness, and the countless ways he made sure his family was cared for. His love was something you could see in everything he did. He had a natural talent for working with his hands and a lifelong love of anything with an engine. Trucks and dirt bikes were among his favorite pursuits, and he was constantly tinkering, rebuilding, and figuring out how to make things work. An excellent mechanic, he had the patience and skill to take something apart and bring it back to life. He loved the challenge of a project and the satisfaction of seeing it through. Jayce’s passion for cars began at a young age. He took a lot of pride in his 1993 Ford F350 Pick up that he built from the ground up, his fathers Ford Galaxie roaring to life, a camper he bought for his annual Unadilla trip, and so many other vehicles. There was very little he was afraid to try, and he approached life with the same determination and ingenuity he brought to his work in the garage. He was also a great arborist, taking so much pride in every job, he did and could operate any machine he was given the keys to. His most recent was running an excavator so big he literally moved the side of a mountain.

Travel and adventure were also important parts of Jayce's life. He treasured trips to Maine and Wyoming, where he could enjoy the beauty of the outdoors, and yearly trips to Long Beach Island. These travels created memories filled with laughter, exploration, and time together with family and friends. Whether in the mountains, on the water, at the shore, or close to home, Jayce knew how to find joy in the experience and in the people beside him.

Jayce was predeceased by his grandparents, May and Ed Anderson and Lou and Anne Carle. He is survived by his wife, Megan; his children Jameson, Braelyn, and Chase; his mother and father, William and Patricia Anderson; his brothers William and Edward; his nephews Willie, Henry, and Nate; his niece Eden; and his many aunts, uncles and cousins.

A last farewell and cremation was private. Arrangements are in the care of Hagan-Chamberlain Funeral Home, Bound Brook. The family invites you to share your happy stories and memories of Jayce in his guestbook located below.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Jayce's family: GoFundMe